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Choosing between XTB and Windsor Brokers depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. XTB is headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, while Windsor Brokers operates from Limassol, Cyprus. Windsor Brokers has the longer track record, established in 1988, compared to XTB which was founded in 2002. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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XTB is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.2/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Windsor Brokers offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
XTB
3.8 vs 3.2
Lowest Fees
Windsor Brokers
0.1 vs 0 pips
Regulation
Tied
2 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
XTB
$0 vs $100
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XTB holds licences from FCA, CySEC. Windsor Brokers is regulated by CySEC, FSA.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities markets.
On spreads, Windsor Brokers is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.1 pips at XTB.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Windsor Brokers offers MT4, MT5. Both brokers are available on MT4.
XTB requires no minimum deposit, while Windsor Brokers sets a minimum deposit of $100. This makes XTB accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores XTB at 3.81/5 and Windsor Brokers at 3.21/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. XTB leads overall with a clear advantage.
XTB scores higher overall on our independent rating system. XTB holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Windsor Brokers's 3.2/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
XTB offers spreads from 0.1 pips, while Windsor Brokers starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
XTB requires a minimum deposit of $0. Windsor Brokers requires $100.
XTB is regulated by FCA, CySEC, while Windsor Brokers holds licences from CySEC, FSA.
XTB supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile, MT4. Windsor Brokers supports MT4, MT5.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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