This comparison pits Tickmill and Windsor Brokers on regulation, costs, and platforms. The tension centers on safety and execution economics without declaring a winner.
Tickmill edges Windsor Brokers on the editorial score. This is driven by stronger regulation and lower commissions on Pro accounts.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Tickmill if…
Choose Tickmill if you value advanced charting tools. You also access about 600 instruments.
Choose Windsor Brokers if…
Choose Windsor Brokers if you prefer CySEC and FSCA oversight. You can trade with ECN Zero MT4/MT5 at 0.0 pips and $8 per lot.
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 | 4.3/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 4.2 / 5 |
Pros
Industry-low commission of $6 round-turn on Pro account
Strong FCA, CySEC, and FSCA regulatory coverage
No dealing desk on Pro and Raw accounts
Negative balance protection for retail clients
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Tickmill | 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) | Pass | 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 | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: Tickmill rates 4.3/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 4/5. Tickmill 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 Tickmill and Windsor Brokers start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Both Tickmill and Windsor Brokers require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
Tickmill holds top-tier regulation (FCA, FSCA, CySEC), 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.
Tickmill lists maximum leverage of 1000:1, 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.
Tickmill charges $6 per lot, lower than Windsor Brokers's $8 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Tickmill supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Tickmill wins for safety and regulation with FCA, CySEC and FSCA oversight.
Tickmill suits active traders with lower commissions and MT4/MT5 access.
Tickmill is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
Windsor wins for beginners with a long track record and solid investor protections.
Tickmill leads instrument variety with about 600 instruments.
Tickmill wins for platforms due to advanced charting and execution features.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.0 / 5▲ | 3.8 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2014 | 1988 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | Nicosia, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot▼ lower | $8/lot |
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| 0.6 pips▼ lower | 0.8 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1,000:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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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 cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA FSCA CySEC | CySEC FSCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Investor compensation scheme coverage
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
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
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
No cTrader support
Limited asset classes compared to multi-asset peers
Not available to US residents
No proprietary platform
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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