Bridges Financial Services
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Bridges Financial Services was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Australia, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Bridges Financial Services holds licences including ABN 60 003 474 977, while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Bridges Financial Services serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bridges Financial Services and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | ABN 60 003 474 977, AFSL No. 240837 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | Australia | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bridges Financial Services and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $100 at Bridges Financial Services). Bridges Financial Services charges withdrawal fees while Uniglobe Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Bridges Financial Services charges deposit fees; Uniglobe Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Bridges Financial Services offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bridges Financial Services supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bridges Financial Services and Uniglobe Markets compare. Bridges Financial Services runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. Bridges Financial Services has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Bridges Financial Services publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. Bridges Financial Services integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. Bridges Financial Services maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bridges Financial Services scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| 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. Bridges Financial Services accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bridges Financial Services and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Bridges Financial Services | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |