afx group
Core Spreads
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while Core Spreads was established in 2014 and is based in London. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Core Spreads has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $1 at Core Spreads.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| 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-F220 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2013 | 2014 |
| Country | Geneva | London |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group 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 $250 at afx group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Core Spreads charges deposit fees; afx group does not. Overall, Core Spreads scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
afx group offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Core Spreads supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how afx group and Core Spreads compare. afx group runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. afx group publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. afx group maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. afx group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. afx group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Core Spreads supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). afx group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. afx group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| 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 afx group and Core Spreads offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and Core Spreads supports 2, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |