Ascot Securities
lqdfx
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while lqdfx was established in 2017 and is based in Portugal. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while lqdfx is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; lqdfx has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $250 at lqdfx.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F272 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2017 |
| Country | Estonia | Portugal |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and lqdfx, 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 lqdfx). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while lqdfx does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; lqdfx does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; lqdfx does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while lqdfx supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which lqdfx does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lqdfx compare. lqdfx runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. lqdfx publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. lqdfx maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. lqdfx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lqdfx supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). lqdfx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. lqdfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 lqdfx offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and lqdfx supports 8, giving lqdfx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | lqdfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |