Degiro
Uphold
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Overview
Degiro was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Netherlands, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Degiro holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Degiro serves 600,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Degiro and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Degiro | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 1934 | 2013 |
| Country | Netherlands | United States |
| Clients | 600,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Degiro and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Degiro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1 at Uphold). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Degiro | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Degiro offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Degiro edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Degiro | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4 | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Degiro and Uphold compare. Uphold runs regular live webinars; Degiro does not. Both provide video tutorials. Degiro integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uphold does not. Uphold maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Degiro scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Degiro | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Degiro 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 | Degiro | 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 Degiro and Uphold offer live chat support. Degiro offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Degiro supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Degiro broader global reach. Degiro scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Degiro | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |