activtrades
Ascot Securities
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Overview
activtrades was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in United States, while Ascot Securities was established in 1996 and is based in Estonia. activtrades holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Ascot Securities is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. activtrades serves 12,000,000+ clients worldwide; Ascot Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at activtrades and $25 at Ascot Securities.
| Feature | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $25 |
| 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-F218 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 1996 |
| Country | United States | Estonia |
| Clients | 12,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between activtrades and Ascot Securities, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $250 at activtrades). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. activtrades charges deposit fees; Ascot Securities does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $25 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
activtrades offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ascot Securities 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 | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how activtrades and Ascot Securities compare. activtrades runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. activtrades publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. activtrades maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. activtrades scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. activtrades accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Ascot Securities supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). activtrades uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. activtrades scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 activtrades and Ascot Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. activtrades supports 8 languages and Ascot Securities supports 2, giving activtrades broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | activtrades | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |