fxdd
Uphold
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Overview
fxdd was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Belize, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. fxdd holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. fxdd serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxdd and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | fxdd | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2010 | 2013 |
| Country | Belize | United States |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxdd 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 fxdd). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fxdd | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fxdd offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fxdd supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. fxdd edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | fxdd | 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 fxdd and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. fxdd publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. fxdd integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. fxdd scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fxdd | 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. fxdd accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxdd | 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 fxdd and Uphold offer live chat support. fxdd offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. fxdd supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving fxdd broader global reach. fxdd scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | fxdd | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |