Ascot Securities
Bittrex
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Bittrex was established in 2010 and is based in South Korea. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Bittrex is regulated by Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Bittrex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $100 at Bittrex.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) |
| Founded | 1996 | 2010 |
| Country | Estonia | South Korea |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Bittrex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bittrex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Bittrex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Bittrex does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Bittrex does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Bittrex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Bittrex does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MetaTrader 4, cTrader Platform |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Bittrex compare. Bittrex runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. Bittrex publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Bittrex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bittrex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bittrex supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bittrex 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 | Bittrex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |