Argonaut Securities
Uphold
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $1.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2009 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $1. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Argonaut Securities edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Argonaut Securities and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Argonaut Securities publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Argonaut Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | 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. Argonaut Securities 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 | Argonaut Securities | 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 Argonaut Securities and Uphold offer live chat support. Argonaut Securities offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Argonaut Securities supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Argonaut Securities broader global reach. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |