fx global markets
Uphold
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Overview
fx global markets was founded in 2017 and is headquartered in United States, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. fx global markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. fx global markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fx global markets and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | fx global markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), with CIF license No. 242/14 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2017 | 2013 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fx global markets 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 fx global markets). fx global markets charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fx global markets charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fx global markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fx global markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fx global markets supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. fx global markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fx global markets | 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 fx global markets and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. fx global markets publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. fx global markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fx global markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fx global markets | 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. fx global markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fx global markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx global markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fx global markets | 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 fx global markets and Uphold offer live chat support. fx global markets offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. fx global markets supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving fx global markets broader global reach. fx global markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | fx global markets | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |