hantec fx
Uphold
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Overview
hantec fx was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Russia, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. hantec fx holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. hantec fx serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at hantec fx and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | hantec fx | 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-F252 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2021 | 2013 |
| Country | Russia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between hantec fx 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 hantec fx). hantec fx charges withdrawal fees while Uphold does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. hantec fx charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | hantec fx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
hantec fx offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. hantec fx edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | hantec fx | 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 hantec fx and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. hantec fx publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. hantec fx integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. hantec fx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | hantec fx | 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. hantec fx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). hantec fx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. hantec fx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | hantec fx | 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 hantec fx and Uphold offer live chat support. hantec fx offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. hantec fx supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving hantec fx broader global reach. hantec fx scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | hantec fx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |