AB Forex
Core Spreads
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Overview
AB Forex was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in STOCKHOLM, while Core Spreads was established in 2014 and is based in London. AB Forex holds licences including Unregulated, while Core Spreads is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. AB Forex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Core Spreads has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at AB Forex and $1 at Core Spreads.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2003 | 2014 |
| Country | STOCKHOLM | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between AB Forex and Core Spreads, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Core Spreads has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $100 at AB Forex). AB Forex charges withdrawal fees while Core Spreads does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. AB Forex applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Core Spreads does not. AB Forex charges deposit fees; Core Spreads does not. Overall, Core Spreads scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Core Spreads edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | No | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | No | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | DealBook├é┬¼├âÔÇá 360 (Desktop, Mobile, iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, Web) | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how AB Forex and Core Spreads compare. Core Spreads has a video library; AB Forex does not. Core Spreads integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); AB Forex does not. Core Spreads scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Core Spreads uniquely supports bank transfer and credit/debit card among the two brokers. Core Spreads scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | 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. Core Spreads offers live chat; AB Forex does not, making Core Spreads easier to reach in real time. Core Spreads offers phone support; AB Forex does not. Core Spreads offers email support; no email support was found for AB Forex. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Core Spreads scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | AB Forex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | No | Yes |
| Email Support | No | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |