Ascot Securities
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1996 | 2008 |
| Country | Estonia | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Ascot Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $25 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Zacks Trade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zacks Trade does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Zacks Trade does not. Overall, Ascot Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ascot Securities and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zacks Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade 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 | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |