Trust Capital TC
Uphold
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Overview
Trust Capital TC was founded in 2016 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Uphold was established in 2013 and is based in United States. Trust Capital TC holds licences including CySEC (no. 369/18), while Uphold is regulated by FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited among others. Trust Capital TC serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uphold has 4,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Trust Capital TC and $1 at Uphold.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Regulation | CySEC (no. 369/18) | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 |
| Founded | 2016 | 2013 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 4,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Trust Capital TC 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 Trust Capital TC). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Trust Capital TC offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uphold supports a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Trust Capital TC supports social and copy trading features, which Uphold does not offer. Trust Capital TC edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | 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 | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Trust Capital TC and Uphold compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Trust Capital TC publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Trust Capital TC integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Trust Capital TC scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | 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. Trust Capital TC accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Uphold supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Trust Capital TC uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Trust Capital TC scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | 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 Trust Capital TC and Uphold offer live chat support. Trust Capital TC offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Trust Capital TC supports 2 languages and Uphold supports 1, giving Trust Capital TC broader global reach. Trust Capital TC scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Trust Capital TC | Uphold |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Arabic | English |