Invast Global
orbex
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Overview
Invast Global was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Australia, while orbex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. Invast Global holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while orbex is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Invast Global serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; orbex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25000 at Invast Global and $250 at orbex.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F291 |
| Founded | 1960 | 2012 |
| Country | Australia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Invast Global and orbex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. orbex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). orbex charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, giving Invast Global an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Invast Global scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Invast Global offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while orbex supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Invast Global edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Invast Global and orbex compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Invast Global accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while orbex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). orbex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. orbex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Invast Global and orbex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Invast Global supports 2 languages and orbex supports 8, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Invast Global | orbex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |