This matchup pits CMC Markets and Windsor Brokers on crypto depth and platform capability within regulated CFDs. It examines asset breadth and execution quality that shape the choice.
CMC Markets edges Windsor Brokers on editorial score, due to its 100+ crypto CFDs and a stronger Next Generation platform.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose CMC Markets if…
Choose CMC Markets if you want a broad crypto CFD range. You also get a Next Generation platform with 115+ indicators and client sentiment data.
Choose Windsor Brokers if…
Choose Windsor Brokers if you value CySEC regulation and a 30-year track record. You also get MT4/MT5 with zero commission on Prime accounts.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Equally matched; both have top-tier regulation and compensation schemes.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 3.5/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum▼ lower | $100 |
| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Taker Fee | N/A | 8.00% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | CMC Markets | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
CMC Markets rates 4.1/5 versus 3.5/5 for Windsor Brokers. CMC Markets edges ahead on our composite score, though both exchanges meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Windsor Brokers lists a lower spread from 0, compared with CMC Markets's 0.7. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.
CMC Markets has no minimum deposit, while Windsor Brokers requires at least $100. This makes CMC Markets more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Both CMC Markets and Windsor Brokers hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: CMC Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
CMC Markets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Windsor Brokers's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Windsor Brokers charges $8 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for CMC Markets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
CMC Markets supports ProRealTime, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. CMC Markets has exclusive access to ProRealTime and Proprietary Web/Mobile. Windsor Brokers has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Windsor Brokers wins for low fees due to zero commission on Prime accounts.
CMC Markets wins with 100+ crypto CFDs compared with Windsor's 6.
CMC Markets is better for beginners due to a $0 minimum deposit.
Equally matched; neither offers DeFi or Web3 features.
| N/A |
| 0.8 pips |
| Inactivity Fee | £10/month (after 12 months) | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA ASIC DFSA FMA BaFin | CySEC FSCA |
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| Cold Storage | No | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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