Windsor Brokers
Zerodha
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Overview
Windsor Brokers was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Zerodha was established in 2010 and is based in India. Windsor Brokers holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Zerodha is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Windsor Brokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zerodha has 1,500,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Windsor Brokers and $0 at Zerodha.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 2005 | 2010 |
| Country | Cyprus | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 1,500,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Windsor Brokers and Zerodha, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Zerodha has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $100 at Windsor Brokers). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Zerodha charges deposit fees; Windsor Brokers does not. Overall, Zerodha scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | Yes | Yes |
Platforms
Windsor Brokers offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zerodha supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Windsor Brokers supports social and copy trading features, which Zerodha does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Windsor Brokers and Zerodha compare. Zerodha runs regular live webinars; Windsor Brokers does not. Both provide video tutorials. Zerodha publishes daily market commentary; Windsor Brokers does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. Zerodha maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Zerodha scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
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 Zerodha supports 1 (bank transfer). Windsor Brokers uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Windsor Brokers scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| 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 Zerodha offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Windsor Brokers supports 2 languages and Zerodha supports 13, giving Zerodha broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Windsor Brokers | Zerodha |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |