alpari
Ascot Securities
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Overview
alpari was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Ascot Securities was established in 1996 and is based in Estonia. alpari holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Ascot Securities is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. alpari serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Ascot Securities has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at alpari and $25 at Ascot Securities.
| Feature | alpari | 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-F222 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2015 | 1996 |
| Country | New Zealand | Estonia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between alpari 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 alpari). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; alpari does not. alpari charges deposit fees; Ascot Securities does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | alpari | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $25 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
alpari offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Ascot Securities supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which alpari does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | alpari | 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 alpari and Ascot Securities compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | alpari | Ascot Securities |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. alpari 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). alpari uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. alpari scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | alpari | 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 alpari and Ascot Securities offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. alpari supports 8 languages and Ascot Securities supports 2, giving alpari broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | alpari | 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 |