Euro Pacific Bank
Uphold
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Overview
Euro Pacific Bank was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Puerto Rico, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Euro Pacific Bank holds licences including Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Euro Pacific Bank serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Euro Pacific Bank and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Office of the Commissioner of Financial Institutions (OCIF) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 1978 | 2013 |
| Country | Puerto Rico | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Euro Pacific 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 Euro Pacific Bank). Euro Pacific Bank charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Euro Pacific Bank charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Euro Pacific Bank offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Euro Pacific Bank supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Euro Pacific Bank edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Euro Pacific 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 | iPhone/iPad,Mac,Desktop, | Web, Desktop & 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 Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Euro Pacific Bank publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Euro Pacific Bank integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Euro Pacific 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. Euro Pacific 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 | Euro Pacific 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 Euro Pacific Bank and Uphold offer live chat support. Euro Pacific Bank offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Euro Pacific Bank supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Euro Pacific Bank broader global reach. Euro Pacific Bank scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Euro Pacific Bank | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |