orbex
Skilling
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Overview
orbex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Skilling was established in 2016 and is based in Cyprus. orbex holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Skilling is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. orbex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Skilling has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at orbex and $100 at Skilling.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | 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 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CIF license number 357/18, Financial Services Authority (FSA) under license No. SD042 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2016 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between orbex and Skilling, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Skilling has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at orbex). orbex charges withdrawal fees while Skilling does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Skilling scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
orbex offers MT5, cTrader, while Skilling supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Skilling supports social and copy trading features, which orbex does not offer. Skilling edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how orbex and Skilling compare. Skilling runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Skilling publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Skilling maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Skilling scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. orbex accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Skilling supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). orbex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. orbex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both orbex and Skilling offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. orbex supports 8 languages and Skilling supports 2, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | orbex | Skilling |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |