orbex
Zerodha
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Overview
orbex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Zerodha was established in 2010 and is based in India. orbex holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Zerodha is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. orbex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zerodha has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at orbex and $0 at Zerodha.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| 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 | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 2012 | 2010 |
| Country | Cyprus | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between orbex and Zerodha, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Zerodha has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at orbex). orbex charges withdrawal fees while Zerodha does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Zerodha charges deposit fees; orbex does not. Overall, Zerodha scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
orbex offers MT5, cTrader, while Zerodha supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Zerodha edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 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 Zerodha compare. Zerodha runs regular live webinars; orbex does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zerodha publishes daily market commentary; orbex does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zerodha maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zerodha scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zerodha supports 1 (bank transfer). orbex uniquely supports credit/debit card and PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. orbex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Zerodha offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. orbex supports 8 languages and Zerodha supports 13, giving Zerodha broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | orbex | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |