ads securities
Libertex
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Overview
ads securities was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Bulgaria, while Libertex was established in 2012 and is based in Cyprus. ads securities holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Libertex is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 among others. ads securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Libertex has 2,200,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at ads securities and $117 at Libertex.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $117 |
| 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-F219 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF Licence number 164/12 |
| Founded | 2012 | 2012 |
| Country | Bulgaria | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between ads securities and Libertex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Libertex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $117 (vs $250 at ads securities). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Libertex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $117 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
ads securities offers MT5, cTrader, while Libertex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Libertex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, Duplitrade, Mobile Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how ads securities and Libertex compare. Both provide video tutorials. Libertex publishes daily market commentary; ads securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Libertex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. ads securities accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Libertex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both ads securities and Libertex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. ads securities supports 8 languages and Libertex supports 9, giving Libertex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | ads securities | Libertex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, German, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Spanish, French, Portuguese, Chinese |