OptionWeb
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
OptionWeb was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. OptionWeb holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. OptionWeb serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at OptionWeb and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2012 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between OptionWeb and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $200 at OptionWeb). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; OptionWeb does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
OptionWeb offers MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Uniglobe Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Binary, Tablet & Mobile apps | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how OptionWeb and Uniglobe Markets compare. OptionWeb has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. OptionWeb integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. OptionWeb scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| 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. OptionWeb accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 OptionWeb and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | OptionWeb | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |