Exante
Windsor Brokers
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Windsor Brokers was established in 2005 and is based in Cyprus. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Windsor Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Windsor Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $100 at Windsor Brokers.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2011 | 2005 |
| Country | Malta | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante 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 $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Windsor Brokers does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Windsor Brokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, 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 Exante does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, WEB, desktop | 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 Exante and Windsor Brokers compare. Windsor Brokers has a video library; Exante does not. Windsor Brokers integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Exante does not. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Windsor Brokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Exante accepts 1 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer), while Windsor Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Windsor Brokers uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Windsor Brokers scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | 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. Windsor Brokers offers live chat; Exante does not, making Windsor Brokers easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Windsor Brokers scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |