Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Markets.com vs Windsor Brokers
Where Markets.com and Windsor Brokers differ
| Compare |  Markets.com |  Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100 | $50Lower |
| Markets | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Bonds, Spread betting | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, CFDs, Crypto, Metals |
| Regulators | CySEC, FCA, FSCA, ASICCovers more | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4% | 78.3% |
| Platforms | Web Platform, Mobile App, MT4, MT5Covers more | MT4, MT5, Mobile App |
| Stock trade fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Account fee | $0 | Not confirmed |
| Inactivity fee | $10 | Not confirmed |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6% | Not confirmed |
| Deposit and withdrawal fees | no deposit or withdrawal fees | Not confirmed |
| Maximum retail leverage | Not confirmed | 1:30 |
Same on both: Investor protection (EU ICS up to EUR 20,000).
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Key differences
- Markets.com scores higher overall: 9.5 vs 9.1.
- Regulators: only Markets.com offers FCA, FSCA, ASIC.
- Markets.com is licensed in 3 more countries.
- Minimum deposit is lower at Windsor Brokers: $50 vs $100.
- Markets: only Markets.com offers Bonds, Spread betting.
- Markets: only Windsor Brokers offers Metals.
- Platforms: only Markets.com offers Web Platform.
- Features: only Markets.com offers Demo account, Crypto.
Our verdict on each
Markets.com
Markets.com suits retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting under a single account with no commission charged on share dealing. Stock trades carry fees of $0 and the account fee is $0, though the $100 minimum deposit and an inactivity charge of $10 are the figures to weigh.
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 | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.9HigherCommission-free model: stock trades at fees of $0, account fee of $0, currency conversion of 0.6%. | 8.7The minimum deposit of $50 is above the $0 CFI and $5 Vantage entries, but under the €87.70 site upper quartile. |
| Offer | 9.7Higher | 9.5 |
| Trust | 9.9Higher | 9.1 |
Availability and regulation
| Country | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | ||
| Australia | Not confirmed | |
| South Africa | Not confirmed | |
| United Kingdom | FCA 481853 | Not confirmed |
Feature by feature
| Markets | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | Yes | Yes |
| ETFs | Yes | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | Yes |
| Crypto | Yes | Yes |
| Bonds | Yes | No |
| Metals | No | Yes |
| Spread betting | Yes | No |
How they place
| Ranking | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Stock and ETF brokers | 40 of 490 | 123 of 490 |
| Forex brokers | 16 of 147 | 52 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 14 of 145 | 50 of 145 |
| CFD brokers | 13 of 122 | 42 of 122 |
| Copy trading platforms | 4 of 37 | 12 of 37 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app, Copy trading, Demo account, CryptoCovers more | Copy trading, Mobile app |
| Pricing model | Commission free | Not confirmed |
| Audience | Beginners, Experienced | Not confirmed |
| Legal entity | Finalto Financial Services Limited | Windsor Brokers Ltd |
| Founded | Not confirmed | 1988 |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Help centre | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Markets.com | Windsor Brokers | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $100above the median | $50above the median | $10 |
| Stock trade fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Account fee | $0at the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Inactivity fee | $10above the median | Not confirmed | $0 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | 72.4%above the median | 78.3%highest quarter | 70.375% |
| Currency conversion fee | 0.6%above the median | Not confirmed | 0.4% |
Median across 99 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Markets.com
Pros
- Stock trades carry fees of $0 on a commission-free model, so placing a share trade is not chargeable
- The account fee is $0, which ranks Markets.com at 1 of 138 brands on that measure
- Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees, so moving money on and off the account stays cheap
Cons
- An inactivity charge of $10 catches dormant balances, placing Markets.com at 35 of 56 brands on that measure
- The minimum deposit of $100 is heavy, ranking at 148 of 213 brands, so a smaller opening balance rules it out
- A currency conversion fee of 0.6% sits on top of the commission-free model, so currency trades cost more than the share trades priced at $0
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
Markets.com
Who it suits
- Retail traders who want stocks, forex, cfds, crypto and spread betting inside a single account
- Investors who trade often enough to clear the $100 minimum and steer clear of the $10 inactivity charge
- UK residents who want the account run by Finalto Financial Services Limited under the FCA
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone opening with a small balance, since the $100 minimum deposit compares with a site median of €4.64 while CFI takes $0 and Vantage takes $5
- Long term holders of an idle balance, because an inactivity charge of $10 applies
- Traders who mainly want forex and the lowest way in, since CFI and Vantage set minimum deposits at $0 and $5
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
Markets.com
Does Markets.com charge commission on shares?+
The pricing model is commission-free, and stock trades carry fees of $0 on the trade itself. Currency conversion of 0.6% and an inactivity charge of $10 sit outside that figure, so regular traders should build both into the running cost.
Is there a monthly or annual account fee?+
Fees run $0 on the account, which ranks Markets.com at 1 out of 138 brands on that measure. Deposits and withdrawals carry no deposit or withdrawal fees as well, so funding the account and taking money back out stay clear of extra charges.
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.
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