Adamant Finance
Uphold
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Overview
Adamant Finance was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Adamant Finance holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Adamant Finance serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Adamant Finance and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2013 |
| Country | Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Adamant Finance and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at Adamant Finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Adamant Finance offers MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Adamant Finance supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Adamant Finance edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Adamant Finance and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Adamant Finance publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Adamant Finance integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Adamant Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Adamant Finance accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Adamant Finance and Uphold offer live chat support. Adamant Finance offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Adamant Finance supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Adamant Finance broader global reach. Adamant Finance scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Adamant Finance | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |