Ascot Securities
Invast Global
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Invast Global was established in 1960 and is based in Australia. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Invast Global is regulated by Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Invast Global has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $25000 at Invast Global.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $25000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1996 | 1960 |
| Country | Estonia | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Invast Global, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $25000 at Invast Global). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Invast Global does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Invast Global does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Invast Global does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $25000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Invast Global supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Invast Global does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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, |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Invast Global compare. Both provide video tutorials. Both integrate third-party research tools. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 Invast Global supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Invast Global 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 | Invast Global |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |