Ascot Securities
tusarfx
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while tusarfx was established in 2017 and is based in United States. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while tusarfx is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; tusarfx has 142,500+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $250 at tusarfx.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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-F332 |
| Founded | 1996 | 2017 |
| Country | Estonia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 142,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and tusarfx, 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 tusarfx). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while tusarfx does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; tusarfx does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; tusarfx does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while tusarfx 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 | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tusarfx compare. tusarfx runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. tusarfx publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. tusarfx maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. tusarfx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tusarfx supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). tusarfx uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. tusarfx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 tusarfx offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and tusarfx supports 8, giving tusarfx broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | tusarfx |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |