Ascot Securities
Uniglobe Markets
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Uniglobe Markets was established in 2008 and is based in Marshall Islands. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Uniglobe Markets is regulated by Unregulated among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Uniglobe Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $10 at Uniglobe Markets.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $10 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1996 | 2008 |
| Country | Estonia | Marshall Islands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Uniglobe Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Uniglobe Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Uniglobe Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Uniglobe Markets does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Uniglobe Markets does not. Overall, Uniglobe Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Uniglobe Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Uniglobe Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Uniglobe 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 | Windows ├é┬¼├ó╦åÔÇÿ MacOS X. Multiple Terminal. Android. IOS. |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Uniglobe Markets compare. Ascot Securities has a video library; Uniglobe Markets does not. Ascot Securities integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Uniglobe Markets does not. Ascot Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Uniglobe Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Uniglobe Markets 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 | Uniglobe Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |