activtrades
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Overview
activtrades was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in United States, while Corner Trader was established in 1879 and is based in Switzerland. activtrades holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Corner Trader is regulated by Unregulated among others. activtrades serves 12,000,000+ clients worldwide; Corner Trader has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F218 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2011 | 1879 |
| Country | United States | Switzerland |
| Clients | 12,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between activtrades and Corner Trader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. activtrades charges deposit fees; Corner Trader does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
activtrades offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Corner Trader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. activtrades supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how activtrades and Corner Trader compare. activtrades runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. activtrades has a video library; Corner Trader does not. activtrades publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. activtrades integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Corner Trader does not. activtrades maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. activtrades scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. activtrades accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Corner Trader supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). activtrades uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. activtrades scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both activtrades and Corner Trader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. activtrades supports 8 languages and Corner Trader supports 2, giving activtrades broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | activtrades | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |