Argonaut Securities
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Argonaut Securities was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Australia, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Argonaut Securities holds licences including Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Argonaut Securities serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Argonaut Securities and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities Exchange (ASX), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Securities and Futures Ordinance (SFO), Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 1990 |
| Country | Australia | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Argonaut Securities and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Argonaut Securities has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Argonaut Securities charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Argonaut Securities scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Argonaut Securities offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Argonaut Securities supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | 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 | Android,WEB,Desktop,iPhone,Mac | 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 Argonaut Securities and Hantec Markets compare. Argonaut Securities runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Argonaut Securities has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Argonaut Securities publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Argonaut Securities integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Argonaut Securities maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Argonaut Securities scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Argonaut Securities | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Argonaut Securities 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 | Argonaut Securities | 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 Argonaut Securities 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 | Argonaut Securities | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |