Plus500
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Plus500 and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Regulation | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2008 | 2008 |
| Country | Israel | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 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 $100 at Plus500). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uniglobe Markets does not. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; Plus500 does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Plus500 offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Plus500 supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web Trader, 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 Plus500 and Uniglobe Markets compare. Plus500 runs regular live webinars; Uniglobe Markets does not. Plus500 has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Plus500 publishes daily market commentary; Uniglobe Markets does not. Plus500 integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. Plus500 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| 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. Plus500 accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Plus500 uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. Plus500 scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | 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 Plus500 and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese | English, and Chinese |