Admiral Markets
Corner Trader
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Overview
Admiral Markets was founded in 2001 and is headquartered in UK, while Corner Trader was established in 1879 and is based in Switzerland. Admiral Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, while Corner Trader is regulated by Unregulated among others. Admiral Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Corner Trader has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $200 at Admiral Markets and $250 at Corner Trader.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) – registration number 595450, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) - license number 201/13, Australian Financial Services Licence (AFSL) no. 410681, Jordan Securities Commission (JSC) registration number 57026 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2001 | 1879 |
| Country | UK | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Admiral Markets and Corner Trader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Admiral Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while Admiral Markets does not, giving Admiral Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Corner Trader applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Admiral Markets does not. Admiral Markets charges deposit fees; Corner Trader does not. Overall, Admiral Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $200 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Admiral Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Corner Trader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Admiral Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | 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, Web Trader, 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 Admiral Markets and Corner Trader compare. Admiral Markets runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. Admiral Markets has a video library; Corner Trader does not. Admiral Markets publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. Admiral Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Corner Trader does not. Admiral Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Admiral Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | 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. Admiral Markets accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Corner Trader supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Admiral Markets uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Admiral Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 Admiral Markets and Corner Trader offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Admiral Markets supports 22 languages and Corner Trader supports 2, giving Admiral Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Admiral Markets | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Hungarian, Bulgarian, Cestina, German, Dutch, French, Eesti, Francais, Greek, Latviesu, Lietuviskas, Moldovian, Croatian, Slovenian, Polish, Russian, Serbian, Romanian, Ukrainian, and Croatian | English, and Chinese |