Ascot Securities
fxcl markets
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while fxcl markets was established in 2006 and is based in Cayman Islands. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while fxcl markets is regulated by Financial Services Authority (FSA) number 1637 among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; fxcl markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $250 at fxcl markets.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Services Authority (FSA) number 1637 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2006 |
| Country | Estonia | Cayman Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and fxcl markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $250 at fxcl markets). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while fxcl markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; fxcl markets does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; fxcl markets does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while fxcl markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fxcl markets compare. fxcl markets runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. fxcl markets publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. fxcl markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fxcl markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 fxcl markets supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). fxcl markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxcl markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 fxcl markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and fxcl markets supports 8, giving fxcl markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | fxcl markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |