Core Spreads
PUPRIME
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Overview
Core Spreads was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in London, while PUPRIME was established in 2015 and is based in Seychelles. Core Spreads holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while PUPRIME is regulated by Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd among others. Core Spreads serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; PUPRIME has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Core Spreads and $50 at PUPRIME.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd, an authorised Financial Service Provider (“FSP”) registered and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) of South Africa under licence number 52218 |
| Founded | 2014 | 2015 |
| Country | London | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Core Spreads and PUPRIME, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Core Spreads has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $50 at PUPRIME). PUPRIME charges withdrawal fees while Core Spreads does not, giving Core Spreads an edge for frequent withdrawers. Core Spreads charges deposit fees; PUPRIME does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Core Spreads offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while PUPRIME supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. PUPRIME supports social and copy trading features, which Core Spreads does not offer. Core Spreads edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, PU Prime App, PU Social |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Core Spreads and PUPRIME compare. PUPRIME runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. PUPRIME publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. PUPRIME maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. PUPRIME scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). PUPRIME uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. PUPRIME scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 PUPRIME offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Core Spreads supports 2 languages and PUPRIME supports 1, giving Core Spreads broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Core Spreads | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |