afx group
Hantec Markets
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Overview
afx group was founded in 2013 and is headquartered in Geneva, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. afx group serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at afx group and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | afx group | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F220 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2013 | 1990 |
| Country | Geneva | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between afx group 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 $250 at afx group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | afx group | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
afx group 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 | afx group | 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 afx group and Hantec Markets compare. afx group runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. afx group has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. afx group publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. afx group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. afx group maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. afx group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | afx group | 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. afx group accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). afx group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. afx group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | afx group | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both afx group and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. afx group supports 8 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving afx group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | afx group | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |