Core Spreads
Nutmeg
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Overview
Core Spreads was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in London, while Nutmeg was established in 2008 and is based in USA. Core Spreads holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Nutmeg is regulated by Unregulated among others. Core Spreads serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Nutmeg has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Core Spreads and $0 at Nutmeg.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2014 | 2008 |
| Country | London | USA |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Core Spreads and Nutmeg, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Nutmeg has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1 at Core Spreads). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Nutmeg applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Core Spreads does not. Core Spreads charges deposit fees; Nutmeg does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Core Spreads offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Nutmeg supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Nutmeg supports social and copy trading features, which Core Spreads does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | WebTrader, Desktop, Mobile & Apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Core Spreads and Nutmeg compare. Nutmeg runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. Nutmeg publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Nutmeg maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Nutmeg scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Core Spreads accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Nutmeg supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Core Spreads and Nutmeg 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 | Core Spreads | Nutmeg |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |