Ascot Securities
EagleFX
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while EagleFX was established in 2019 and is based in Dominica. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while EagleFX is regulated by Unregulated among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; EagleFX has 5,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $10 at EagleFX.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1996 | 2019 |
| Country | Estonia | Dominica |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 5,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and EagleFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. EagleFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; EagleFX does not. Overall, EagleFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while EagleFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Ascot Securities offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for EagleFX is limited. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. Ascot Securities edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | MT4, Web Trader, 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 EagleFX compare. Ascot Securities has a video library; EagleFX does not. Ascot Securities integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); EagleFX does not. Ascot Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 EagleFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 EagleFX 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 | EagleFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |