Ascot Securities
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while instaforex was established in 2017 and is based in Russia. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while instaforex is regulated by BVI FSC among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; instaforex has 12,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $250 at instaforex.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | BVI FSC, License Number SIBA/L/14/1082. FSC Saint Vincent, Reg. Number IBC22945. Saint Vincent, IBC24321 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2017 |
| Country | Estonia | Russia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 12,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and instaforex, 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 instaforex). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while instaforex does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; instaforex does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while instaforex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. instaforex edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 instaforex compare. instaforex runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. instaforex publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. instaforex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. instaforex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 instaforex supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). instaforex uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. instaforex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 instaforex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and instaforex supports 8, giving instaforex broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | instaforex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |