ADS Securities and RoboForex are closely matched on overall scoring, but diverge on regulation strength and market access. The axis of tension centers on safety versus breadth of instruments.
ADS Securities holds a top-tier regulator, while RoboForex does not. This regulatory distinction shapes safety considerations in a closely matched landscape.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose ADS Securities if…
Choose ADS Securities if you value top-tier regulation and dedicated relationship managers for professionals.
Choose RoboForex if…
Choose RoboForex if you want real stock access and a broad instrument universe with 24/5 live chat support.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
ADS Securities wins for safety & regulation thanks to top-tier FSRA/FCA oversight.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $2,000 | $10▼ lower |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $20/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | ADS Securities | RoboForex |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Fail | Fail |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
ADS Securities and RoboForex share the same editorial score of 3.8/5. One concrete differentiator: RoboForex requires a lower minimum deposit.
RoboForex lists tighter spreads from 0, compared with ADS Securities's 0.5. For stock trading, also factor in any per-trade or per-share commissions — spreads and commissions together determine the true cost per trade.
RoboForex has $10, while ADS Securities requires at least $2000. This makes RoboForex more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
ADS Securities holds top-tier regulation (FSRA, FCA), providing stronger investor protections. RoboForex may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
RoboForex stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
ADS Securities lists maximum leverage of 200:1, while RoboForex lists up to 20:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
RoboForex charges $20 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for ADS Securities are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
ADS Securities supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while RoboForex supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. RoboForex has exclusive access to cTrader.
Neither ADS Securities nor RoboForex is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
RoboForex suits active traders with 12,000+ instruments and MT4/MT5 plus cTrader access.
RoboForex appeals to beginners with a low $10 minimum deposit.
RoboForex offers broader global access with 10 exchanges and real US stocks.
RoboForex wins for low-cost trading with competitive ECN spreads and no inactivity fee.
RoboForex wins for long-term investors by offering real stocks with dividend entitlement.
| N/A |
| 2 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyPerfect MoneyCrypto |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free | Free |
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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | FSRA FCA | FSCA CySEC IFSC |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 |
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Score 3.8 / 5
Score 3.8 / 5
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