Uphold
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Uphold was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in United States, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Uphold holds licences including FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Uphold serves 4,000,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Uphold and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $2500 |
| Regulation | FCA and FINCEN: Uphold Europe Limited, Reg No. 09281410. Uphold HQ Inc. NMLS ID No. 1269875 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2013 | 2008 |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Clients | 4,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Uphold and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uphold has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Uphold does not. Overall, Uphold scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Uphold offers a proprietary platform, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Zacks Trade edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Web, Desktop & Mobile Apps | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Uphold and Zacks Trade compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; Uphold does not. Zacks Trade integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Uphold does not. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Uphold accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Uphold and Zacks Trade offer live chat support. Zacks Trade offers phone support; Uphold does not. Email support is available at both brokers. Uphold supports 1 language and Zacks Trade supports 2, giving Zacks Trade broader global reach. Zacks Trade scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Uphold | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | No | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, and Chinese |