Circle Markets
Uphold
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2007 | 2013 |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets 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 Circle Markets). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Circle Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Circle Markets | 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, Tablet & Mobile apps | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Circle Markets and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Circle Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | 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 Circle Markets and Uphold offer live chat support. Circle Markets offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Circle Markets supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Circle Markets broader global reach. Circle Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |