regent markets group
Uphold
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Overview
regent markets group was founded in 2020 and is headquartered in United Kingdom, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. regent markets group holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. regent markets group serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at regent markets group and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | regent markets group | 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-F299 | 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 | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between regent markets group 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 regent markets group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. regent markets group charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | regent markets group | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
regent markets group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. regent markets group supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. regent markets group edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | regent markets group | 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 regent markets group and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. regent markets group publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. regent markets group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. regent markets group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | regent markets group | 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. regent markets group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). regent markets group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. regent markets group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | regent markets group | 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 regent markets group and Uphold offer live chat support. regent markets group offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. regent markets group supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving regent markets group broader global reach. regent markets group scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | regent markets group | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |