Capital Index
Windsor Brokers
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Overview
Capital Index was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Windsor Brokers was established in 2005 and is based in Cyprus. Capital Index holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Windsor Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Capital Index serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Windsor Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at Capital Index and $100 at Windsor Brokers.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA FRN 709693 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2004 | 2005 |
| Country | Cyprus | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Capital Index and Windsor Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Windsor Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $250 at Capital Index). Capital Index charges withdrawal fees while Windsor Brokers does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Capital Index charges deposit fees; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, Windsor Brokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Capital Index offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Windsor Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Windsor Brokers supports social and copy trading features, which Capital Index does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4,Desktop,iPhone/iOS | MT4, Mirror Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Capital Index and Windsor Brokers compare. Capital Index runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Capital Index publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Capital Index maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Capital Index scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Capital Index accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Windsor Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Capital Index and Windsor Brokers offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Capital Index | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |