Euro Pacific Bank
UFX
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while UFX was established in 2007 and is based in Republic of Vanuatu. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while UFX is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; UFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $500 at UFX.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 1978 | 2007 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | Republic of Vanuatu |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific Bank and UFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Euro Pacific Bank has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at UFX). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; UFX does not. Overall, Euro Pacific Bank scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while UFX supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Euro Pacific Bank edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Euro Pacific Bank and UFX compare. Euro Pacific Bank runs regular live webinars; UFX does not. Both provide video tutorials. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; UFX does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Euro Pacific Bank maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Euro Pacific Bank accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while UFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Euro Pacific Bank and UFX 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 | Euro Pacific Bank | UFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |