Ascot Securities
World Forex Review
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while World Forex Review was established in 2008 and is based in Vanuatu. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while World Forex Review is regulated by Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; World Forex Review has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $100 at World Forex Review.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) |
| Founded | 1996 | 2008 |
| Country | Estonia | Vanuatu |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and World Forex Review, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. World Forex Review has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; World Forex Review does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; World Forex Review does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while World Forex Review supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which World Forex Review does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and World Forex Review compare. World Forex Review runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. World Forex Review publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. World Forex Review maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. World Forex Review scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 World Forex Review supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| 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 World Forex Review 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 | World Forex Review |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |