Ascot Securities
FreshForex
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while FreshForex was established in 2004 and is based in Russia. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while FreshForex is regulated by SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; FreshForex has 710,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $1 at FreshForex.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $1 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2004 |
| Country | Estonia | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 710,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and FreshForex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while FreshForex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; FreshForex does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; FreshForex does not. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while FreshForex supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Ascot Securities offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for FreshForex 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 | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | Desktop,Android,iPhone/iPad,Mac | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and FreshForex compare. FreshForex runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. FreshForex publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Ascot Securities integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); FreshForex does not. FreshForex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FreshForex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| 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 FreshForex supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). FreshForex uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FreshForex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 FreshForex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and FreshForex supports 1, giving Ascot Securities broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | FreshForex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |