npbfx
Uphold
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Overview
npbfx was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in United Kingdom, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. npbfx holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. npbfx serves 3,500,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at npbfx and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | npbfx | 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-F287 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2020 | 2013 |
| Country | United Kingdom | United States |
| Clients | 3,500,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between npbfx 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 npbfx). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. npbfx applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | npbfx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
npbfx offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. npbfx supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. npbfx edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | npbfx | 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 npbfx and Uphold compare. Uphold runs regular live webinars; npbfx does not. Both provide video tutorials. npbfx integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uphold does not. Uphold maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. npbfx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | npbfx | 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. npbfx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). npbfx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. npbfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | npbfx | 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 npbfx and Uphold offer live chat support. npbfx offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. npbfx supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving npbfx broader global reach. npbfx scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | npbfx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |