Forex.com
Uphold
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Overview
Forex.com was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in United States, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Forex.com holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Forex.com serves 150,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is Typical at Forex.com and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC), National Futures Association (NFA) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2001 | 2013 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 150,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex.com and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs Typical at Forex.com). Forex.com charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Forex.com applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uphold does not. Forex.com charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | Typical | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Forex.com offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Forex.com supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Forex.com edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Forex.com | 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, WebTrader, Advantage Trader Pro, TradingView, Tablet and 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 Forex.com and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Forex.com publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Forex.com integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Forex.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex.com | 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. Forex.com accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Forex.com uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. Forex.com scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 Forex.com and Uphold offer live chat support. Forex.com offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Forex.com supports 3 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Forex.com broader global reach. Forex.com scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex.com | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Arabic | English |