Windsor Brokers
z.com
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Overview
Windsor Brokers was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while z.com was established in 2008 and is based in UK. Windsor Brokers holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while z.com is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Windsor Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; z.com has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Windsor Brokers and $50 at z.com.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Financial Services Authority (FSA), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) |
| Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Windsor Brokers and z.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Windsor Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $50 at z.com). z.com charges withdrawal fees while Windsor Brokers does not, giving Windsor Brokers an edge for frequent withdrawers. z.com charges deposit fees; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, z.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Windsor Brokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while z.com 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 | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mirror Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps | Desktop,Android,Tablet,iPhone |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Windsor Brokers and z.com compare. z.com runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. z.com publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. z.com maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. z.com scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Windsor Brokers accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while z.com supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Windsor Brokers and z.com 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 | Windsor Brokers | z.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |