Bell Potter Securities
Corner Trader
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Overview
Bell Potter Securities was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Austrailia, while Corner Trader was established in 1879 and is based in Switzerland. Bell Potter Securities holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Corner Trader is regulated by Unregulated among others. Bell Potter Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Corner Trader has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $5 at Bell Potter Securities and $250 at Corner Trader.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $250 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2015 | 1879 |
| Country | Austrailia | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bell Potter Securities and Corner Trader, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Corner Trader has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $250 (vs $5 at Bell Potter Securities). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while Bell Potter Securities does not, giving Bell Potter Securities an edge for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, Bell Potter Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bell Potter Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Corner Trader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | 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 | MetaTrader 4 | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Bell Potter Securities and Corner Trader compare. Bell Potter Securities runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. Bell Potter Securities has a video library; Corner Trader does not. Bell Potter Securities publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. Bell Potter Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Corner Trader does not. Bell Potter Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bell Potter Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | 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. Bell Potter Securities accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Corner Trader supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Bell Potter Securities | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Bell Potter Securities and Corner Trader 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 | Bell Potter Securities | Corner Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |