Circle Markets
Windsor Brokers
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Windsor Brokers was established in 2005 and is based in Cyprus. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Windsor Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Windsor Brokers has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2007 | 2005 |
| Country | New Zealand | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Windsor Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Windsor Brokers does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, Windsor Brokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Circle Markets 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 Circle Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Circle Markets | 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 | Desktop, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 Circle Markets and Windsor Brokers compare. Circle Markets runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Circle Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | 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 Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |