Corner Trader
GKFX
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Overview
Corner Trader was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while GKFX was established in 2010 and is based in UK. Corner Trader holds licences including Unregulated, while GKFX is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Corner Trader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; GKFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Corner Trader and $20 at GKFX.
| Feature | Corner Trader | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $20 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1879 | 2010 |
| Country | Switzerland | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Corner Trader and GKFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. GKFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $20 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Both brokers charge withdrawal fees. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. GKFX charges deposit fees; Corner Trader does not. Overall, GKFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Corner Trader | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $20 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Corner Trader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while GKFX supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. GKFX supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Corner Trader | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Corner Trader and GKFX compare. GKFX runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. GKFX has a video library; Corner Trader does not. GKFX publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. GKFX integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Corner Trader does not. GKFX maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. GKFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Corner Trader | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
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 GKFX supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Corner Trader | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 GKFX 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 | GKFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |