fibo group
Uphold
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Overview
fibo group was founded in 2019 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. fibo group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. fibo group serves 14,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fibo group and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | fibo group | 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-F226 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2019 | 2013 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 14,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fibo group 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 fibo group). fibo group charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fibo group charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fibo group | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
fibo group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fibo group supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. fibo group edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fibo group | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | 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 fibo group and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. fibo group publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. fibo group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fibo group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fibo group | 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. fibo group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fibo group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fibo group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fibo group | 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 fibo group and Uphold offer live chat support. fibo group offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. fibo group supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving fibo group broader global reach. fibo group scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | fibo group | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |