Trade Zero
Uphold
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Overview
Trade Zero was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in Bahamas, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Trade Zero holds licences including Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Trade Zero serves 2,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Trade Zero and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Regulation | Securities Commission of the Bahamas (SCB) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2013 |
| Country | Bahamas | United States |
| Clients | 2,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Trade Zero and Uphold, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $500 at Trade Zero). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Trade Zero offers MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trade Zero supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Trade Zero edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | No |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, 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 Trade Zero and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Trade Zero publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Trade Zero integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Trade Zero scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| 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. Trade Zero accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 Trade Zero and Uphold offer live chat support. Trade Zero offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Trade Zero supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Trade Zero broader global reach. Trade Zero scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Trade Zero | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |