XTB
Ya-Hi
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Overview
XTB was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Poland, 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. XTB serves 250,000+ clients worldwide; Ya-Hi has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at XTB and $100 at Ya-Hi.
| Feature | XTB | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA number FRN 522157, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CySEC Licence Number: 169/12, Comisi├ó╦å┼í├óÔÇ░┬Ñn Nacional del Mercado de Valores, Komisja Nadzoru Finansowego | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2002 | 2008 |
| Country | Poland | St. Vincent & the Grenadines |
| Clients | 250,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between XTB and Ya-Hi, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. XTB has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Ya-Hi). XTB charges withdrawal fees while Ya-Hi does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, XTB scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | XTB | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
XTB offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ya-Hi supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. XTB supports social and copy trading features, which Ya-Hi does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | XTB | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, 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 XTB and Ya-Hi compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. XTB scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | XTB | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. XTB 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). XTB uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. XTB scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | XTB | 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 XTB and Ya-Hi offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. XTB supports 12 languages and Ya-Hi supports 2, giving XTB broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | XTB | Ya-Hi |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, and Turkish | English, and Chinese |