This comparison pits Windsor Brokers, a CySEC/FSCA-regulated broker with MT4/MT5, against TPFx, Indonesia-licensed with MT5 and a proprietary platform. The tension centers on regulation, pricing, and platform options.
Windsor Brokers leads on the overall editorial score, edging out TPFx. Its higher scores in trust/regulation, fees/spreads, and platforms/tools drive the margin.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose TPFx if…
Choose TPFx if you want Indonesian-specific licensing and domestic funding with IDR accounts. You also benefit from a low minimum deposit and clear pricing, though the platform is limited to Indonesian traders and the broker does not offer negative balance protection.
Choose Windsor Brokers if…
Choose TPFx if you want Indonesian-specific licensing and domestic funding with IDR accounts. You also benefit from a low minimum deposit and clear pricing, though the platform is limited to Indonesian traders and the broker does not offer negative balance protection.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Windsor Brokers offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.50 pips for TPFx, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 3.7/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.2 / 5▲ |
Pros
BAPPEBTI-licensed and OJK-registered, full Indonesian regulatory compliance
OJK registration no. S-130/PM.02/2025 is publicly verifiable
Supports MetaTrader 5 alongside proprietary platform
Local Indonesian bank transfer funding with IDR accounts
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | TPFx | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | 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 | Pass | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: TPFx rates 3.7/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 4/5. Windsor Brokers 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 TPFx's 1.5 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
TPFx has $60, while Windsor Brokers requires at least $100. This makes TPFx more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
TPFx is regulated by BAPPEBTI, OJK. Windsor Brokers is regulated by CySEC, FSCA. Confirm a broker's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
For beginners, two factors stand out: TPFx requires a lower minimum deposit ($60), lowering the barrier to entry, and Windsor Brokers provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
TPFx lists maximum leverage of 100:1, 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 TPFx are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
TPFx supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5. TPFx has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Windsor Brokers has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4.
Windsor Brokers wins for safety and regulation with CySEC/FSCA oversight and EU investor protections.
Windsor Brokers wins for active traders with more instruments and ECN options.
Windsor Brokers is better suited for scalpers: tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
TPFx wins for platform choice by offering MetaTrader 5 alongside a proprietary platform.
Windsor Brokers wins for beginners with negative balance protection and investor compensation.
Windsor Brokers wins for instrument variety with around 200 tradable assets.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 3.8 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.7 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2010 | 1988 |
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| Headquarters | Jakarta, Indonesia | Nicosia, Cyprus |
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| Min Deposit | $60▼ lower | $100 |
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| Spreads From | 1.5 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | N/A | $8/lot |
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| N/A | 0.8 pips |
| Max Leverage | 100:1 | 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 card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfer | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | BAPPEBTI OJK | CySEC FSCA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Raw spread account available
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
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
Only available to Indonesian residents, no international clients
Higher minimum deposit than some domestic peers
Narrow product range limited to forex and commodity futures
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
Limited charting capabilities
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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Score 3.7 / 5
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