fbs inc
Uphold
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Overview
fbs inc was founded in 2018 and is headquartered in Australia, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. fbs inc holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. fbs inc serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fbs inc and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | fbs inc | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F225 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2018 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fbs inc and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $250 at fbs inc). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fbs inc | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fbs inc offers MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fbs inc supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. fbs inc edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fbs inc | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fbs inc and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. fbs inc publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. fbs inc integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fbs inc scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fbs inc | 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. fbs inc accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fbs inc uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fbs inc scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fbs inc | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both fbs inc and Uphold offer live chat support. fbs inc offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. fbs inc supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving fbs inc broader global reach. fbs inc scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | fbs inc | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |