Amscot Stockbroking
ATFX
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Overview
Amscot Stockbroking was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while ATFX was established in 2014 and is based in Cyprus. Amscot Stockbroking holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia), while ATFX is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Amscot Stockbroking serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ATFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Amscot Stockbroking and $100 at ATFX.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications (Estonia) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 1853 | 2014 |
| Country | Austrailia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Amscot Stockbroking and ATFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ATFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Amscot Stockbroking). Amscot Stockbroking charges withdrawal fees while ATFX does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, ATFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Amscot Stockbroking offers MT5, cTrader, while ATFX supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | No |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | IRESSTrader,IRESSInvestor,netIRESS,XPLAN | MT4, 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 Amscot Stockbroking and ATFX compare. ATFX runs regular live webinars; Amscot Stockbroking does not. ATFX has a video library; Amscot Stockbroking does not. ATFX publishes daily market commentary; Amscot Stockbroking does not. ATFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Amscot Stockbroking does not. ATFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ATFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Amscot Stockbroking accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ATFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Amscot Stockbroking and ATFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Amscot Stockbroking | ATFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |