Bitfinex
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Bitfinex was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Bitfinex holds licences including Financial Services Provider (FSP), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bitfinex serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bitfinex and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Provider (FSP) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2015 | 1990 |
| Country | New Zealand | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bitfinex and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bitfinex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Bitfinex charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Bitfinex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Bitfinex offers MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Bitfinex supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. Hantec Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bitfinex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | No | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | Android Apps,iPhone/iPad,Desktop | 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 Bitfinex and Hantec Markets compare. Bitfinex runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Bitfinex has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Bitfinex publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Bitfinex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Bitfinex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Bitfinex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Bitfinex | 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. Bitfinex 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 | Bitfinex | 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 Bitfinex 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 | Bitfinex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |