Chase Bank
Uphold
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Overview
Chase Bank was founded in 1975 and is headquartered in United States, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Chase Bank holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Chase Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Chase Bank and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 1975 | 2013 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Chase Bank 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 Chase Bank). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Chase Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Chase Bank edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Chase Bank and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Chase Bank publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Chase Bank integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Chase Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Chase Bank | 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. Chase Bank 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 | Chase Bank | 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 Chase Bank and Uphold offer live chat support. Chase Bank offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Chase Bank supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Chase Bank broader global reach. Chase Bank scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Chase Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |