Ascot Securities
Barclays
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Barclays was established in 2011 and is based in United Kingdom. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Barclays is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Barclays has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $0 at Barclays.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) |
| Founded | 1996 | 2011 |
| Country | Estonia | United Kingdom |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Barclays, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Barclays has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Barclays does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Barclays does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Barclays does not. Overall, Barclays scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Barclays supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Barclays does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Barclays compare. Barclays runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. Barclays publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Barclays maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Barclays scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| 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. Ascot Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Barclays supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Ascot Securities and Barclays 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 | Ascot Securities | Barclays |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |