Corner Trader
Degiro
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Overview
Corner Trader was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Degiro was established in 1934 and is based in Netherlands. Corner Trader holds licences including Unregulated, while Degiro is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Corner Trader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Degiro has 600,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Corner Trader and $0 at Degiro.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), The Netherlands Authority for the Financial Markets (AFM), The Dutch Central Bank (DNB) |
| Founded | 1879 | 1934 |
| Country | Switzerland | Netherlands |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 600,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Corner Trader and Degiro, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Degiro has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while Degiro does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Corner Trader applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Degiro does not. Overall, Degiro scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Corner Trader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Degiro supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | MetaTrader 4 |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Corner Trader and Degiro compare. Degiro has a video library; Corner Trader does not. Degiro integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Corner Trader does not. Degiro scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Corner Trader accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Degiro supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Corner Trader and Degiro 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 | Corner Trader | Degiro |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |