BNP Paribas
Uphold
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Overview
BNP Paribas was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in UK, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. BNP Paribas holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. BNP Paribas serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at BNP Paribas and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2004 | 2013 |
| Country | UK | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between BNP Paribas 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 BNP Paribas). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
BNP Paribas offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. BNP Paribas supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. BNP Paribas edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how BNP Paribas and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. BNP Paribas publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. BNP Paribas integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. BNP Paribas scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | 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. BNP Paribas 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 | BNP Paribas | 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 BNP Paribas and Uphold offer live chat support. BNP Paribas offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. BNP Paribas supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving BNP Paribas broader global reach. BNP Paribas scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | BNP Paribas | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |