Sharekhan
Windsor Brokers
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Overview
Sharekhan was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in India, while Windsor Brokers was established in 2005 and is based in Cyprus. Sharekhan holds licences including Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), while Windsor Brokers is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Sharekhan serves 1,500,000+ clients worldwide; Windsor Brokers has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $0 at Sharekhan and $100 at Windsor Brokers.
| Feature | Sharekhan | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Regulation | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 2000 | 2005 |
| Country | India | Cyprus |
| Clients | 1,500,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Sharekhan and Windsor Brokers, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Sharekhan has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Windsor Brokers). Sharekhan charges withdrawal fees while Windsor Brokers does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Sharekhan scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Sharekhan | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Sharekhan 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 | Sharekhan | 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 Sharekhan and Windsor Brokers compare. Sharekhan runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Sharekhan publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Sharekhan maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Sharekhan scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Sharekhan | 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. Sharekhan 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 | Sharekhan | 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. Both Sharekhan and Windsor Brokers offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Sharekhan supports 13 languages and Windsor Brokers supports 2, giving Sharekhan broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Sharekhan | Windsor Brokers |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce | English, and Chinese |