Ascot Securities
Zerodha
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Overview
Ascot Securities was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Estonia, while Zerodha was established in 2010 and is based in India. Ascot Securities holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Zerodha is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Ascot Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zerodha has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $25 at Ascot Securities and $0 at Zerodha.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1996 | 2010 |
| Country | Estonia | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ascot Securities and Zerodha, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Zerodha has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $25 at Ascot Securities). Ascot Securities charges withdrawal fees while Zerodha does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Ascot Securities applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zerodha does not. Ascot Securities charges deposit fees; Zerodha does not. Overall, Zerodha scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $25 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Ascot Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zerodha supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ascot Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Zerodha does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Web Trader, 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 Zerodha compare. Zerodha runs regular live webinars; Ascot Securities does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zerodha publishes daily market commentary; Ascot Securities does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zerodha maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zerodha scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| 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 Zerodha supports 1 (bank transfer). Ascot Securities uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Ascot Securities scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Zerodha offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ascot Securities supports 2 languages and Zerodha supports 13, giving Zerodha broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ascot Securities | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |