Corner Trader
IG
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Overview
Corner Trader was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while IG was established in 1974 and is based in UK. Corner Trader holds licences including Unregulated, while IG is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Corner Trader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IG has 178,500+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Corner Trader and $200 at IG.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1879 | 1974 |
| Country | Switzerland | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 178,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Corner Trader and IG, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. IG has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $200 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while IG does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Corner Trader applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; IG does not. Overall, IG scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Corner Trader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IG supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IG supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| 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, L2 Dealer, 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 IG compare. IG runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. IG has a video library; Corner Trader does not. IG publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. IG integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Corner Trader does not. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IG scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IG supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. IG scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 IG offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Corner Trader supports 2 languages and IG supports 5, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Corner Trader | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese |