CornerTrader

3.8(350)

FINMA

Swissquote

4.4(1200)

FINMA

CornerTrader vs Swissquote

Head-to-Head Comparison 2026

Our Verdict

Swissquote has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to CornerTrader (3.8/5). Swissquote offers 8 instrument types, while CornerTrader offers 7. The minimum deposit is lower at CornerTrader with 0 CHF. Swissquote has been in the market since 1996, making it the more experienced provider.

Comparison Table

Criteria	CornerTrader	Swissquote
Rating	3.8/5 (350 reviews)	4.4/5 (1200 reviews)✓
Regulation	FINMA	FINMA
Fees	Stocks from CHF 9.90 per order (CH), international from CHF 14.90	Stocks from CHF 5, forex spreads from 1.3 pip (Standard)
Min. Deposit	0 CHF	1.000 CHF
Instruments	Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds, Options, Forex, CFDs	Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds, Crypto
Platforms	CornerTrader Web, CornerTrader App	Swissquote eTrading, MT4, MT5, Swissquote App
Options Trading	Yes, options on selected markets	Yes, options trading available via eTrading
Founded	2012	1996
Headquarters	Lausanne	Gland

Detailed Comparison

Fee Comparison

CornerTrader: Stocks from CHF 9.90 per order (CH), international from CHF 14.90. Minimum deposit: 0 CHF.

Swissquote: Stocks from CHF 5, forex spreads from 1.3 pip (Standard). Minimum deposit: 1.000 CHF.

Product Range

CornerTrader (7 categories)

StocksETFsBondsFundsOptionsForexCFDs

Swissquote (8 categories)

StocksETFsForexOptionsFuturesBondsFundsCrypto

Trading Platforms

CornerTrader

CornerTrader Web
CornerTrader App

Swissquote

Swissquote eTrading
MT4
MT5
Swissquote App

Regulation & Security

CornerTrader is regulated by FINMA (HQ: Lausanne).

Swissquote is regulated by FINMA (HQ: Gland).

Who Is It For?

CornerTrader

Swiss online broker of Cornèr Bank with global market access

✓ FINMA-regulated Swiss bank

✓ Broad product range incl. options and Forex

✓ Access to over 40 international exchanges

✗ Fees higher than international discount brokers

✗ Less known than major Swiss banks

Swissquote

Swiss online bank with premium trading and crypto offering

✓ Swiss banking license (FINMA)

✓ Broad product range incl. crypto

✓ High deposit protection

✗ Higher minimum deposit (CHF 1,000)

✗ Fees higher than pure online brokers

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CornerTrader or Swissquote cheaper?

CornerTrader charges Stocks from CHF 9.90 per order (CH), international from CHF 14.90. Swissquote charges Stocks from CHF 5, forex spreads from 1.3 pip (Standard). The minimum deposit is 0 CHF at CornerTrader and 1.000 CHF at Swissquote.

Which broker offers more products: CornerTrader or Swissquote?

CornerTrader offers Stocks, ETFs, Bonds, Funds, Options, Forex, CFDs. Swissquote offers Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Futures, Bonds, Funds, Crypto.

Which broker is better regulated?

CornerTrader is regulated by FINMA. Swissquote is regulated by FINMA.

Is CornerTrader or Swissquote better for beginners?

CornerTrader has a minimum deposit of 0 CHF and offers CornerTrader Web, CornerTrader App as platforms. Swissquote has a minimum deposit of 1.000 CHF and offers Swissquote eTrading, MT4, MT5, Swissquote App. CornerTrader has the lower entry barrier.

CornerTrader vs Swissquote: Which broker is better overall?

The choice between CornerTrader (3.8/5, 350 reviews) and Swissquote (4.4/5, 1200 reviews) depends on your needs. CornerTrader: Swiss online broker of Cornèr Bank with global market access. Swissquote: Swiss online bank with premium trading and crypto offering.

CornerTrader

Swiss online broker of Cornèr Bank with global market access

Open Account →

From 0 CHF min. deposit

Swissquote

Swiss online bank with premium trading and crypto offering

Open Account →

From 1.000 CHF min. deposit

CornerTrader read review →Swissquote read review →