Argonaut Securities
Core Spreads
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Core Spreads was established in 2014 and is based in London. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Core Spreads is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Core Spreads has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $1.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 2014 |
| Country | Australia | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Core Spreads, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $1. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Core Spreads does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Core Spreads supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Core Spreads does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | 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 | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Argonaut Securities and Core Spreads compare. Argonaut Securities runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. Argonaut Securities publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Argonaut Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Argonaut Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Core Spreads supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | 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. Both Argonaut Securities and Core Spreads offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |