ord minnett limited
Uphold
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Overview
ord minnett limited was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Australia, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. ord minnett limited holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. ord minnett limited serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at ord minnett limited and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | 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-F292 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2013 | 2013 |
| Country | Australia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ord minnett limited 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 ord minnett limited). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ord minnett limited offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ord minnett limited edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | 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 ord minnett limited and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. ord minnett limited publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. ord minnett limited integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. ord minnett limited scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | 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. ord minnett limited accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). ord minnett limited uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. ord minnett limited scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | 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 ord minnett limited and Uphold offer live chat support. ord minnett limited offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. ord minnett limited supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving ord minnett limited broader global reach. ord minnett limited scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | ord minnett limited | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |