Abshire Smith
Admiral Markets
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Overview
Abshire Smith was founded in 1997 and is headquartered in United kingdom, while Admiral Markets was established in 2001 and is based in UK. Abshire Smith holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Admiral Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450 among others. Abshire Smith serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Admiral Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Abshire Smith and $200 at Admiral Markets.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) - license number 201/13, Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) no. 410681, Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) registration number 57026 |
| Founded | 1997 | 2001 |
| Country | United kingdom | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Abshire Smith and Admiral Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Admiral Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $500 at Abshire Smith). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Abshire Smith charges deposit fees; Admiral Markets does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Abshire Smith offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Admiral Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, cTrader Platform | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Abshire Smith and Admiral Markets compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Abshire Smith does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; Abshire Smith does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Abshire Smith does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Abshire Smith does not. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | 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. Abshire Smith accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Admiral Markets supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Admiral Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Admiral Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Abshire Smith and Admiral Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Abshire Smith supports 2 languages and Admiral Markets supports 22, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Abshire Smith | Admiral Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian |