td ameritrade
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
td ameritrade was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Malta, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. td ameritrade holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. td ameritrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at td ameritrade and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | td ameritrade | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| 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-F319 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2016 | 2008 |
| Country | Malta | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between td ameritrade 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 $250 at td ameritrade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Uniglobe Markets charges deposit fees; td ameritrade does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | td ameritrade | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
td ameritrade offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | td ameritrade | 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 | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 td ameritrade and Uniglobe Markets compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | td ameritrade | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. td ameritrade accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). td ameritrade uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. td ameritrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | td ameritrade | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 td ameritrade and Uniglobe Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. td ameritrade supports 8 languages and Uniglobe Markets supports 2, giving td ameritrade broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | td ameritrade | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |