Global Prime and Windsor Brokers face off on regulation, pricing and platform options. The axis of tension is which provides stronger oversight and cost transparency.
Global Prime edges Windsor Brokers on the editorial score by 0.2 points. It has top tier regulator status and publishes execution quality reports.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Global Prime if…
Choose Global Prime if you prioritize top tier regulation and advanced charting.
Choose Windsor Brokers if…
Choose Windsor Brokers if you want investor compensation, 24/5 live chat, and phone support.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Pros
ASIC regulated with published quarterly execution quality reports
Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with $7 round-turn commission
True NDD execution, no internal position matching
MT4 and cTrader available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Global Prime | 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 | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Global Prime rates 4.2/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 4/5. Global Prime 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.
Both Global Prime and Windsor Brokers start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Windsor Brokers has $100, while Global Prime requires at least $200. This makes Windsor Brokers more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Global Prime holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, VFSC), 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, two factors stand out: Windsor Brokers requires a lower minimum deposit ($100), lowering the barrier to entry, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Global Prime lists maximum leverage of 500:1, 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.
Global Prime charges $7 per lot, lower than Windsor Brokers's $8 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Global Prime supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Global Prime has exclusive access to cTrader. Windsor Brokers has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Global Prime is best for safety and regulation, with top tier licensing and client funds segregation.
Global Prime delivers true NDD execution and transparent quarterly reports.
Global Prime is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($7/lot).
Global Prime wins for platform choice with MT4 and cTrader availability.
Windsor Brokers provides 24/5 live chat, phone support and multilingual help.
Windsor Brokers offers more tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2010 | 1988 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | Nicosia, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $200 | $100▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot▼ lower | $8/lot |
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| 0.7 pips▼ lower | 0.8 pips |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrill | 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 | ASIC VFSC | CySEC FSCA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Advanced charting tools included
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
Pros
35+ years of continuous operation, one of the longest track records in retail forex
CySEC regulated with EU investor protections
ECN Zero account from 0.0 pips + $8 commission
Islamic swap-free accounts available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
$200 minimum deposit
Limited product range, forex and major CFD classes only
No proprietary platform or copy trading
No investor compensation scheme
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
Cons
Platform limited to MT4 and MT5, no cTrader or proprietary option
$100 minimum deposit on standard accounts
ECN commission slightly above IC Markets and Pepperstone
No top-tier regulatory licence
Limited charting capabilities
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