Circle Markets
Core Spreads
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Core Spreads was established in 2014 and is based in London. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Core Spreads is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Core Spreads has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $1 at Core Spreads.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2014 |
| Country | New Zealand | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets 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 Circle Markets). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Core Spreads does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Core Spreads does not. Overall, Core Spreads scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | 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 | Desktop, 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 Circle Markets and Core Spreads compare. Circle Markets runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Circle Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | 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. Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | 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 Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | Core Spreads |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |