This matchup contrasts Revolut and Windsor Brokers on cost, access, and long-term investing features. The tension centers on commission-free models versus traditional CFD-based access.
Find out which stock broker best suits your investing profile.
Choose if…
Choose Revolut if you want commission-free trading and fractional shares within a single banking and investing app.
Choose if…
Choose Windsor Brokers if you value MT4/MT5 platforms, stock CFDs on major global equities, and CySEC regulation with ICF compensation up to EUR 20,000.
Which broker wins for each type of stock trader, based on costs, safety, features, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.4/ 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Min deposit | N/A | $100 |
| Spreads from | N/A | 0 pips |
| Commission / lot | N/A | $8/lot |
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Revolut | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, SEC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS, SIPC) | Pass | Pass |
| Costs | ||
| Commission-free trading | Pass | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | — |
| Features | ||
| Fractional shares | Pass | Fail |
| Dividend reinvestment (DRIP) | Fail | Fail |
| Extended hours trading | Fail | Fail |
| IPO access | Fail | Fail |
| Short selling | Fail | Pass |
| Stock screener tool | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Fail |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Revolut rates 3.8/5 and Windsor Brokers rates 3.4/5. Revolut 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. Current spread data is not available for Revolut. Check both brokers' websites for up-to-date spread and commission pricing.
Windsor Brokers requires $100. Minimum deposit information is not currently available for Revolut.
Both Revolut 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, Windsor Brokers provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Windsor Brokers lists maximum leverage of 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 trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for Revolut are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. Stock commissions may be charged as a flat rate per trade or per share; confirm the exact structure on each broker's website.
Revolut supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, while Windsor Brokers supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Revolut has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile. Windsor Brokers has exclusive access to MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
Revolut offers commission-free stock trading while Windsor Brokers does not according to our data. Commission-free trading can reduce costs for frequent traders. Always confirm the current fee structure directly on each broker's website.
Both Revolut 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.
Revolut wins for low-cost trading because it offers commission-free trades on its plans.
Revolut wins safety and regulation due to FCA oversight and FSCS protection up to £85,000.
Revolut wins for long-term investors with real share ownership and dividend payments.
Windsor wins for active traders with MT4/MT5 and advanced charting.
Revolut wins for beginners due to fractional shares and simple app integration.
Windsor wins for global market access with broader exchange coverage.
| N/A |
| 0.8 pips |
| Inactivity fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardApple PayGoogle Pay | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller |
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| Withdrawal fee | Free (standard plan); subject to fair use policy | Free |
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| Commission-free | Yes | No |
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| Fractional shares | Yes | 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 | No | Yes |
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| Regulators | CBI FCA | CySEC FSCA |
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| Platforms | Proprietary Web/Mobile | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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Revolut edges Windsor Brokers on the editorial score, driven by commission-free trading and fractional shares.
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