Admiral Markets
Amscot Stockbroking
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Amscot Stockbroking was established in 1853 and is based in Austrailia. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Amscot Stockbroking is regulated by Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Amscot Stockbroking has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $500 at Amscot Stockbroking.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $500 |
| Regulation | 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 | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) |
| Founded | 2001 | 1853 |
| Country | UK | Austrailia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Amscot Stockbroking, 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 Amscot Stockbroking). Amscot Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Amscot Stockbroking supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Amscot Stockbroking does not offer. Admiral Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | IRESSTrader,IRESSInvestor,netIRESS,XPLAN |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Admiral Markets and Amscot Stockbroking compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Amscot Stockbroking does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Amscot Stockbroking does not. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| 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. Admiral Markets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Amscot Stockbroking supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Admiral Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Admiral Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Admiral Markets and Amscot Stockbroking offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Amscot Stockbroking supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Amscot Stockbroking |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian | English, and Chinese |