Ascot Securities
BDSwiss
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while BDSwiss was established in 2012 and is based in Mauritius. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while BDSwiss is regulated by BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA” among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; BDSwiss has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $500 at BDSwiss.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | BDS Ltd (Registration No. 8424660-1) is authorized and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (the “FSA”, licence no. SD047) Registered address: Suite 3, Global Village, Jivan’s Complex, Mont Fleuri, Mahe, Seychelles |
| Founded | 1996 | 2012 |
| Country | Estonia | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and BDSwiss, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $500 at BDSwiss). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while BDSwiss does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; BDSwiss does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; BDSwiss does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while BDSwiss supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which BDSwiss does not offer. BDSwiss edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4 ,Android,iPhone,Mac |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and BDSwiss compare. BDSwiss runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. BDSwiss publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. BDSwiss maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. BDSwiss scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BDSwiss supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| 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 BDSwiss 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 | BDSwiss |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |