Bittrex
Core Spreads
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Overview
Bittrex was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in South Korea, while Core Spreads was established in 2014 and is based in London. Bittrex holds licences including Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while Core Spreads is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bittrex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Core Spreads has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bittrex and $1 at Core Spreads.
| Feature | Bittrex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2010 | 2014 |
| Country | South Korea | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bittrex 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 $100 at Bittrex). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bittrex charges deposit fees; Core Spreads does not. Overall, Core Spreads scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bittrex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bittrex 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 | Bittrex | 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 | MetaTrader 4, cTrader Platform | 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 Bittrex and Core Spreads compare. Bittrex runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. Bittrex publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Bittrex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bittrex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bittrex | 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. Bittrex 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 | Bittrex | 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 Bittrex 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 | Bittrex | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |