Plus500
Windsor Brokers
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Overview
Plus500 was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Israel, while Windsor Brokers was established in 2005 and is based in Cyprus. Plus500 holds licences including Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), while Windsor Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Plus500 serves 1,000,000+ clients worldwide; Windsor Brokers has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $100.
| Feature | Plus500 | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Regulation | Plus500UK Ltd authorized & regulated by the FCA (#509909), Plus500CY Ltd authorized & regulated by CySEC (#250/14), Plus500AU Pty Ltd (ACN 153301681), ASIC in Australia AFSL #417727, FMA in New Zealand, FSP #486026 and Authorised Financial Services Provider in South Africa FSP #47546 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2008 | 2005 |
| Country | Israel | Cyprus |
| Clients | 1,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Plus500 and Windsor Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $100. Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Plus500 applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, Windsor Brokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Plus500 | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Plus500 offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Windsor Brokers supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Plus500 | 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 | Web Trader, 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 Plus500 and Windsor Brokers compare. Plus500 runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Plus500 publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Plus500 maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Plus500 scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Plus500 | 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. Plus500 accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill), while Windsor Brokers supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Plus500 uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill among the two brokers. Plus500 scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Plus500 | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | 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 Plus500 and Windsor Brokers offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Plus500 supports 15 languages and Windsor Brokers supports 2, giving Plus500 broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Plus500 | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, German, Dutch, Polish, Arabic, Hebrew, Danish, Norwegian, Czech, Slovak, Bulgarian and Chinese | English, and Chinese |