AvaTradevs
Windsor BrokersForex Broker Comparison
Two established forex brokers face off on regulation, cost structures, and platform reach. The tension centers on AvaTrade's broad regulation and instrument variety versus Windsor's ECN pricing and long tenure.
Our Verdict
AvaTrade winsby 0.4 pts
AvaTrade edges Windsor Brokers on the editorial score due to broader regulation and instrument variety.
No commercial relationship. The verdict and scores are entirely editorial. No payment influences this comparison.
Key Differences
- 1AvaTrade is regulated by top-tier authorities; Windsor is not.
- 2AvaTrade offers 1250 instruments; Windsor offers 200.
- 3AvaTrade charges inactivity fees; Windsor has none.
Who should choose AvaTrade vs Windsor Brokers?
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose AvaTrade if…
Choose AvaTrade if you want strong regulation and a broad instrument universe.
Choose Windsor Brokers if…
Choose Windsor Brokers if you value a long operating history and MT4/MT5 ECN pricing.
Verdict by Trader Profile
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Best for low cost trading
Recommended
Windsor Brokers offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.90 pips for AvaTrade, reducing trading costs.
Best for safety & regulation
It’s a tie
Both equally suited
AvaTrade vs Windsor Brokers: Side-by-Side Forex Broker Comparison
Score
= highlighted score shows which broker leads in that category| Editorial score | 4.4/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
AvaTrade vs Windsor Brokers Forex Broker Pros & Cons
Pros
Heavily regulated across 6+ jurisdictions
AvaOptions platform for vanilla options trading
Strong educational content and structured courses
Multiple platforms including MT4, MT5 and proprietary AvaTradeGo
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
AvaTrade vs Windsor Brokers: Detailed Category Breakdown
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
3
AvaTrade
criteria wins
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Windsor Brokers
criteria wins
Highlighted rows show where the two brokers differ
| Criteria | AvaTrade | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Fail | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
AvaTrade vs Windsor Brokers: Frequently Asked Questions
The scores are close: AvaTrade rates 4.4/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 4/5. AvaTrade has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Windsor Brokers starts from 0 pips, tighter than AvaTrade's 0.9 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Both AvaTrade and Windsor Brokers require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
AvaTrade holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, FSCA, MFSA), providing stronger investor protections. Windsor Brokers may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
AvaTrade lists maximum leverage of 400:1, while Windsor Brokers lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Windsor Brokers charges $8 per lot on commission-based accounts. Commission details for AvaTrade are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
AvaTrade supports ZuluTrade, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. AvaTrade has exclusive access to ZuluTrade and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
