Advanced Global Markets
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Advanced Global Markets was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Advanced Global Markets holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Advanced Global Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Advanced Global Markets and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1992 | 1990 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Advanced Global Markets and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hantec Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $500 at Advanced Global Markets). Advanced Global Markets charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Advanced Global Markets charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Advanced Global Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4 | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Advanced Global Markets and Hantec Markets compare. Advanced Global Markets runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. Advanced Global Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Advanced Global Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Advanced Global Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Advanced Global Markets and Hantec Markets 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 | Advanced Global Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |