FxPro and Windsor Brokers contrast on platform breadth and stock access. The tension hinges on platform variety and exchange coverage.
FxPro is the overall winner by a higher editorial score (3.8 vs 3.4). It offers four platforms including MT4, MT5, cTrader, and FxPro Direct under FCA and CySEC regulation with FSCS protection for UK clients, giving broader access and enhanced trust.
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Choose FxPro if…
Choose FxPro if you want four platform access including MT4, MT5, cTrader, and FxPro Direct. You benefit from FCA and CySEC regulation with FSCS protection and 100+ stock CFDs. You value Windsor Brokers for a long operating history. You gain CySEC regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000 and MT4/MT5 access.
Choose if…
Choose FxPro if you want four platform access including MT4, MT5, cTrader, and FxPro Direct. You benefit from FCA and CySEC regulation with FSCS protection and 100+ stock CFDs. You value Windsor Brokers for a long operating history. You gain CySEC regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000 and MT4/MT5 access.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
FxPro benefits from FCA and CySEC oversight with FSCS protection for UK clients.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.4/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Spreads from | 1.2 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
| Commission / lot | $7/lot▼ lower | $8/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | FxPro | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Fail | Fail |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Fail | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Pass | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Fail |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: FxPro rates 3.8/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 3.4/5. FxPro 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 lists tighter spreads from 0, compared with FxPro's 1.2. For stock trading, also factor in any per-trade or per-share commissions — spreads and commissions together determine the true cost per trade.
Both FxPro and Windsor Brokers require a minimum deposit of $100 to open a live trading account.
Both FxPro and Windsor Brokers hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
FxPro lists maximum leverage of 20:1, 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.
FxPro charges $7 per trade, lower than Windsor Brokers's $8 per trade. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
FxPro supports cTrader, MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. FxPro has exclusive access to cTrader and Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Neither FxPro nor Windsor Brokers is listed as offering commission-free trading in our data. Compare each broker's commission schedule directly, as fees vary by account type and the markets you trade.
Both FxPro and Windsor Brokers are covered by a compensation scheme according to our data, providing an additional safety net for your stock investments. Confirm the specific scheme and coverage limit that applies to your account before depositing.
Windsor Brokers delivers MT4/MT5 with competitive prime pricing for active traders.
Equally matched for beginners with accessible support channels and similar minimum deposit.
FxPro leads global access with six exchanges, compared with Windsor's five.
Windsor Brokers offers competitive prime account pricing, supporting lower trading costs.
Equally matched for long-term investing given identical lack of fractional shares and reinvestment options.
| 1.9 pips |
| 0.8 pips▼ lower |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| 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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| Commission-free | No | No |
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| Fractional shares | No | No |
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| Dividend reinvestment | No | No |
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| Extended hours | No | No |
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| IPO access | No | No |
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| Short selling | Yes | Yes |
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| Regulators | FSCA FCA CySEC | CySEC FSCA |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 5 Proprietary Web/Mobile MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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