Invast Global
Uphold
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Overview
Invast Global was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Australia, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Invast Global holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Invast Global serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $25000 at Invast Global and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Invast Global | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 1960 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Invast Global and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Invast Global | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25000 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Invast Global offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Invast Global edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Invast Global | 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, | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Invast Global and Uphold compare. Uphold runs regular live webinars; Invast Global does not. Both provide video tutorials. Invast Global integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uphold does not. Uphold maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Invast Global scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Invast Global | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Invast Global accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Invast Global | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Invast Global and Uphold offer live chat support. Invast Global offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Invast Global supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Invast Global broader global reach. Invast Global scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Invast Global | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |