synergy fx
Uphold
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Overview
synergy fx was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Cayman Islands, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. synergy fx holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. synergy fx serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at synergy fx and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | synergy fx | 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-F316 | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2013 | 2013 |
| Country | Cayman Islands | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between synergy fx 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 synergy fx). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | synergy fx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
synergy fx offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. synergy fx supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. synergy fx edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | synergy fx | 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 synergy fx and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. synergy fx publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. synergy fx integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. synergy fx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | synergy fx | 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. synergy fx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). synergy fx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. synergy fx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | synergy fx | 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 synergy fx and Uphold offer live chat support. synergy fx offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. synergy fx supports 8 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving synergy fx broader global reach. synergy fx scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | synergy fx | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English |