Broker comparison

Fortrade vs.
Windsor Brokers

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Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Windsor Brokers has a higher rating of 3.7/5 compared to Fortrade (3.6/5). Windsor Brokers has been in the market since 1988, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Fortrade offers EUR/USD from 0.7 pip (typical), while Windsor Brokers offers EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (Standard); Zero account from 0.0 pip + $7.00 per lot. Windsor Brokers charges no inactivity fee, while the other does.

Multi-regulated CFD broker with proprietary trading platform

Established Forex and CFD broker with over 35 years of experience

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsFortrader, MT4, Fortrade AppMT4, Windsor Web, Windsor App
Product typesForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDsForex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options tradingNoNo
Fee modelfrom 2.0 pips Forex (Standard account), no commissionfrom 0.0 pips (Zero account) + $8 commission, from 1.0 pips (Standard)
Minimum deposit100 $100 $
RegulationFCA/CySEC/ASICCySEC
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Platforms

Fortrade

Fortrader, MT4, Fortrade App

Windsor Brokers

MT4, Windsor Web, Windsor App

Product types

Fortrade

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs

Windsor Brokers

Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs

Options trading

Fortrade

No

Windsor Brokers

No

Fee model

Fortrade

from 2.0 pips Forex (Standard account), no commission

Windsor Brokers

from 0.0 pips (Zero account) + $8 commission, from 1.0 pips (Standard)

Minimum deposit

Fortrade

100 $

Windsor Brokers

100 $

Regulation

Fortrade

FCA/CySEC/ASIC

Windsor Brokers

CySEC

More information

Fortrade

Details

Windsor Brokers

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

from 2.0 pips Forex (Standard account), no commission

Published fee
from 2.0 pips Forex (Standard account), no commission
Minimum deposit
100 $
Inactivity
$10/month after 30 days of inactivity
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from 0.0 pips (Zero account) + $8 commission, from 1.0 pips (Standard)

Published fee
from 0.0 pips (Zero account) + $8 commission, from 1.0 pips (Standard)
Minimum deposit
100 $
Spread figure
EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (Standard); Zero account from 0.0 pip + $7.00 per lot
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The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

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Provider information

Product range

ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs
ForexCFDsIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs

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Trading platforms

Fortrader · MT4 · Fortrade App

Fortrade offers the proprietary Fortrader platform and MetaTrader 4. The Fortrader platform is web-based and available as a mobile app, featuring intuitive design, integrated analysis tools, and simplified order management. MT4 complements the offering with Expert Advisors, advanced charts, and automated trading. Both platforms support trading across all available instruments.

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MT4 · Windsor Web · Windsor App

Windsor Brokers provides MetaTrader 4 as its primary trading platform, complemented by a web-based platform (Windsor Web) and a mobile app. MT4 offers comprehensive charting tools, Expert Advisors, and automated trading. The Windsor Web platform and app enable browser-based and mobile access with real-time quotes and basic analysis tools.

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Regulation & security

FCA/CySEC/ASIC

Regulatory information

CySEC

Regulatory information

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Multi-regulated CFD broker with proprietary trading platform

  • Triple-regulated (FCA, CySEC, ASIC)
  • Proprietary Fortrader platform and MT4
  • Personal account manager
  • Spreads higher than with ECN brokers
  • Only MT4, no MT5 available

Established Forex and CFD broker with over 35 years of experience

  • Over 35 years of market presence and experience
  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Negative balance protection for all clients
  • High commission on the Zero account
  • Limited platform selection (MT4 only)

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Fortrade oder Windsor Brokers?

Side by side. Decided with knowledge.

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Fortrade3.6
  • Triple-regulated (FCA, CySEC, ASIC)
  • Proprietary Fortrader platform and MT4
  • Personal account manager
Windsor Brokers3.7
  • Over 35 years of market presence and experience
  • CySEC-regulated with EU deposit protection
  • Negative balance protection for all clients
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  • Platform
  • Regulation
  • Matching lessons
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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Fortrade and Windsor Brokers?
Fortrade: from 2.0 pips Forex (Standard account), no commission. Windsor Brokers: from 0.0 pips (Zero account) + $8 commission, from 1.0 pips (Standard). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Fortrade or Windsor Brokers?
Fortrade offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs. Windsor Brokers offers Forex, CFDs, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Fortrade and Windsor Brokers regulated?
The broker profiles list FCA/CySEC/ASIC for Fortrade and CySEC for Windsor Brokers. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Fortrade or Windsor Brokers better for beginners?
Fortrade lists a 100 $ minimum deposit and offers Fortrader, MT4, Fortrade App. Windsor Brokers lists 100 $ and offers MT4, Windsor Web, Windsor App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Fortrade vs Windsor Brokers: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Fortrade (3.6/5, 510 reviews) and Windsor Brokers (3.7/5, 460 reviews) depends on your needs. Fortrade: Multi-regulated CFD broker with proprietary trading platform. Windsor Brokers: Established Forex and CFD broker with over 35 years of experience.
How do spreads compare between Fortrade and Windsor Brokers?
Fortrade offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.7 pip (typical). Windsor Brokers offers EUR/USD from 0.6 pip (Standard); Zero account from 0.0 pip + $7.00 per lot. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Do Fortrade or Windsor Brokers charge an inactivity fee?
Fortrade: $10/month after 30 days of inactivity. Windsor Brokers: no inactivity fee.

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