Fidelity
PUPRIME
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Overview
Fidelity was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in USA, while PUPRIME was established in 2015 and is based in Seychelles. Fidelity holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while PUPRIME is regulated by Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd among others. Fidelity serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; PUPRIME has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Fidelity and $50 at PUPRIME.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) | Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd, an authorised Financial Service Provider (“FSP”) registered and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) of South Africa under licence number 52218 |
| Founded | 2008 | 2015 |
| Country | USA | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Fidelity and PUPRIME, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Fidelity has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at PUPRIME). PUPRIME charges withdrawal fees while Fidelity does not, giving Fidelity an edge for frequent withdrawers. Fidelity applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; PUPRIME does not. Overall, PUPRIME scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Fidelity offers MT5, cTrader, while PUPRIME supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. PUPRIME edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | iPad, iPhone, Android, Windows Phone 8 device, Website, Trader Pro | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, PU Prime App, PU Social |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Fidelity and PUPRIME compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. PUPRIME scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Fidelity accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while PUPRIME supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). PUPRIME uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. PUPRIME scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Fidelity and PUPRIME offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Fidelity supports 2 languages and PUPRIME supports 1, giving Fidelity broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Fidelity | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |