orbex
Ya-Hi
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Overview
orbex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Ya-Hi was established in 2008 and is based in St. Vincent & the Grenadines. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. orbex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ya-Hi has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at orbex and $100 at Ya-Hi.
| Feature | orbex | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2012 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | St. Vincent & the Grenadines |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between orbex and Ya-Hi, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ya-Hi has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at orbex). orbex charges withdrawal fees while Ya-Hi does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Ya-Hi scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | orbex | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ya-Hi supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ya-Hi edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | orbex | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | iOS,OS,Desktop,Android |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how orbex and Ya-Hi compare. Ya-Hi runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Ya-Hi publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Ya-Hi maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Ya-Hi scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | orbex | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ya-Hi 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 | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ya-Hi offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. orbex supports 8 languages and Ya-Hi supports 2, giving orbex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | orbex | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |