Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
EBC Financial Group vs Windsor Brokers
Where EBC Financial Group and Windsor Brokers differ
| Compare |  EBC Financial Group |  Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, MetalsCovers more |
| Regulators | Financial Conduct Authority | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Investor protection | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, EBC mobile app | MT4, MT5, Mobile App |
| Maximum retail leverage | 1:500 | 1:30 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 78.3% |
Same on both: Minimum deposit ($50).
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Key differences
- Windsor Brokers scores higher overall: 9.1 vs 9.0.
- Regulators: only EBC Financial Group offers Financial Conduct Authority.
- Regulators: only Windsor Brokers offers Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC).
- Founded is lower at Windsor Brokers: 1988 vs 1994.
- Markets: only Windsor Brokers offers Metals.
- Platforms: only EBC Financial Group offers EBC mobile app.
- Platforms: only Windsor Brokers offers Mobile App.
- Features: only EBC Financial Group offers Demo account.
Our verdict on each
EBC Financial Group
EBC Financial Group suits UK traders who want a single account covering forex, CFDs, stocks, ETFs and crypto, held with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Windsor Brokers
Windsor Brokers suits traders who want a single account spanning forex, CFDs, crypto, metals, stocks and ETFs under the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission. Eligible deposits sit under EU ICS up to EUR 20,000, and stocks, etfs and forex keeps the whole range inside the same regulated entity.
Score breakdown
| Area | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.7Entry amount of $50 against $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage, with retail leverage up to 1:500. | 8.7The minimum deposit of $50 is above the $0 CFI and $5 Vantage entries, but under the €87.70 site upper quartile. |
| Offer | 9.4 | 9.5Higher |
| Trust | 9.1 | 9.1 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | Not confirmed | |
| United Kingdom | Financial Conduct Authority 927552 | Not confirmed |
How they place
| Ranking | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 16 of 490 | 123 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 6 of 147 | 52 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 6 of 145 | 50 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 6 of 122 | 42 of 122 |
| Copy trading platforms | 3 of 37 | 12 of 37 |
Feature by feature
| Markets | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Metals | No | Yes |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Demo account, Copy trading, Mobile appCovers more | Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Legal entity | EBC Financial Group (UK) Ltd | Windsor Brokers Ltd |
| Headquarters | United Kingdom | Not confirmed |
| Founded | 1994 | 1988Lower |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | EBC Financial Group | Windsor Brokers | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $50above the median | $50above the median | $10 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 78.3%highest quarter | 70.375% |
Median across 99 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
EBC Financial Group
Pros
- Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority under licence 927552
- One account covers stocks, etfs and forex without needing a second firm
- Platforms in MT4, MT5 and EBC mobile app cover both MetaTrader terminals plus the EBC mobile app
Cons
- Retail leverage runs to 1:500, so a modest balance can be lost quickly
- The entry amount of $50 is above $0 at CFI and $5 at Vantage
- Bonds, funds and futures are not among its stocks, etfs and forex
Windsor Brokers
Pros
- Market list stocks, etfs and forex covers forex, CFDs, crypto, metals, stocks and ETFs without leaving the same regulated entity.
- Eligible deposits are covered by EU ICS up to EUR 20,000, attached to the Cyprus licence rather than to the brand name.
- Platforms listed are MT4, MT5 and Mobile App, so desktop and mobile are served by the same broker.
Cons
- The share of retail accounts that lose money is 78.3%, above the site median 70.15%.
- Retail leverage of 1:30 magnifies losses on forex and CFD positions.
- The minimum deposit of $50 is well above the €4.64 site median.
Who each suits
EBC Financial Group
Who it suits
- UK residents who want an account with a firm authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority
- Traders who want forex, CFDs and crypto handled in the same place
- Copy trading users, since demo account, copy trading and mobile app lists it
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI, whose minimum deposit is $0, if you want a smaller starting balance
- Vantage, at $5, is another option for a lighter entry
- eToro, whose markets reach stocks, etfs and forex, for anyone also wanting bonds, funds or futures
Windsor Brokers
Who it suits
- Traders who want forex and CFDs alongside crypto, metals, stocks and ETFs in a single account.
- Copy traders, since copy trading and mobile app lists copy trading alongside a mobile app.
- Readers who weigh regulation first and want a Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission licence.
Who should look elsewhere
- CFI if a very small entry matters: its minimum deposit is $0.
- Vantage for a lighter first deposit, where the minimum deposit is $5.
- eToro if futures sit on your list: stocks, etfs and forex includes futures, which the stocks, etfs and forex range here does not.
Current offers
Windsor Brokers
Current offer
Bonus
$60K Deposit Bonus: $60K
Source, checked September 26, 2026
Questions about each
EBC Financial Group
How much do I need to deposit to start?+
The minimum deposit is $50. For comparison, CFI lists $0 and Vantage lists $5, and the median minimum deposit across brands on the site is €4.64. That sits at the higher end of the field, so check it against the balance you intend to hold.
Is my money protected if something goes wrong?+
Yes. EBC Financial Group is regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and holds licence 927552. Eligible deposits are covered to the limit stated in the FSCS up to GBP 85,000 scheme, and that protection sits with the regulated entity rather than the brand name.
Windsor Brokers
What is the minimum deposit at Windsor Brokers?+
The minimum deposit is $50, above the $5 Vantage entry and well above the $0 CFI entry. It is also above the €4.64 site median, so the account is not aimed at very small first deposits.
Who regulates Windsor Brokers?+
The broker is regulated by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission under licence 030/04. The regulated company is Windsor Brokers Ltd, and eligible deposits fall under EU ICS up to EUR 20,000, so the scheme attaches to the entity rather than the brand.