Corner Trader
Swissquote
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Overview
Corner Trader was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Swissquote was established in 1999 and is based in Switzerland. Corner Trader holds licences including Unregulated, while Swissquote is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Corner Trader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Swissquote has 300,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Corner Trader and $0 at Swissquote.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1879 | 1999 |
| Country | Switzerland | Switzerland |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 300,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Corner Trader and Swissquote, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Swissquote has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while Swissquote does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Corner Trader applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Swissquote does not. Overall, Swissquote scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Corner Trader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Swissquote supports MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Swissquote supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. Corner Trader edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | No |
| 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, MT5, ZuluTrade, 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 Swissquote compare. Swissquote has a video library; Corner Trader does not. Swissquote integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Corner Trader does not. Swissquote scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Swissquote supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Swissquote offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Corner Trader supports 2 languages and Swissquote supports 8, giving Swissquote broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Swissquote |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, and Chinese |