Core Spreads
XTB
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Overview
Core Spreads was founded in 2014 and is headquartered in London, while XTB was established in 2002 and is based in Poland. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Core Spreads serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; XTB has 250,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Core Spreads and $0 at XTB.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA number FRN 522157, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CySEC Licence Number: 169/12, Comisi├ó╦å┼í├óÔÇ░┬Ñn Nacional del Mercado de Valores, Komisja Nadzoru Finansowego |
| Founded | 2014 | 2002 |
| Country | London | Poland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 250,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Core Spreads and XTB, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. XTB has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1 at Core Spreads). XTB charges withdrawal fees while Core Spreads does not, giving Core Spreads an edge for frequent withdrawers. Core Spreads charges deposit fees; XTB does not. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Core Spreads offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while XTB supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. XTB supports social and copy trading features, which Core Spreads does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Mirror Trader, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Core Spreads and XTB compare. XTB runs regular live webinars; Core Spreads does not. Both provide video tutorials. XTB publishes daily market commentary; Core Spreads does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. XTB maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. XTB scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| 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 XTB supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). XTB uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. XTB scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 XTB offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Core Spreads supports 2 languages and XTB supports 12, giving XTB broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Core Spreads | XTB |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, and Turkish |