Libertex
Uphold
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Overview
Libertex was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Libertex holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12, while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Libertex serves 2,200,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $117 at Libertex and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Libertex | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2013 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 2,200,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Libertex and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $117 at Libertex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Libertex | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $117 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Libertex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Libertex supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Libertex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Libertex | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | No | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, 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 Libertex and Uphold compare. Uphold runs regular live webinars; Libertex does not. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Libertex publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Libertex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Uphold maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Libertex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Libertex | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | 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. Libertex accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Libertex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Libertex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Libertex | 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 Libertex and Uphold offer live chat support. Libertex offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Libertex supports 9 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Libertex broader global reach. Libertex scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Libertex | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese | English |