Corner Trader
Valutrades
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Overview
Corner Trader was founded in 1879 and is headquartered in Switzerland, while Valutrades was established in 2008 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Unregulated, among other authorities. Corner Trader serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Valutrades has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Corner Trader and $0 at Valutrades.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Regulation | Unregulated | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1879 | 2008 |
| Country | Switzerland | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Corner Trader and Valutrades, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Valutrades has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $250 at Corner Trader). Corner Trader charges withdrawal fees while Valutrades does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Corner Trader applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Valutrades does not. Valutrades charges deposit fees; Corner Trader does not. Overall, Valutrades scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Corner Trader offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Valutrades supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Valutrades supports social and copy trading features, which Corner Trader does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | iPhone,iOS,Mac,iPad,Android,WEB |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Corner Trader and Valutrades compare. Valutrades runs regular live webinars; Corner Trader does not. Valutrades has a video library; Corner Trader does not. Valutrades publishes daily market commentary; Corner Trader does not. Valutrades integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Corner Trader does not. Valutrades maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Valutrades scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Valutrades supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Corner Trader | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Valutrades 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 | Valutrades |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |