Windsor Brokers
Zacks Trade
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Overview
Windsor Brokers was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. Windsor Brokers holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. Windsor Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Windsor Brokers and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Unregulated |
| Founded | 2005 | 2008 |
| Country | Cyprus | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Windsor Brokers and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Windsor Brokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, Windsor Brokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Windsor Brokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Windsor Brokers supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Windsor Brokers and Zacks Trade compare. Zacks Trade runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zacks Trade publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zacks Trade maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zacks Trade scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Zacks Trade 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 | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |