Ascot Securities
Exante
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Exante was established in 2011 and is based in Malta. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Exante is regulated by Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Exante has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $11700 at Exante.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $11700 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA |
| Founded | 1996 | 2011 |
| Country | Estonia | Malta |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Exante, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Exante has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $11700 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Exante does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Exante does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $11700 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Exante supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | MT4, WEB, desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Exante compare. Ascot Securities has a video library; Exante does not. Ascot Securities integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Ascot Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Exante supports 1 (bank transfer). Ascot Securities uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Ascot Securities scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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. Ascot Securities offers live chat; Exante does not, making Ascot Securities easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Ascot Securities scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Exante |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | No |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |