Blitzbrokers
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Blitzbrokers was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in Hong Kong, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Blitzbrokers holds licences including Securities and Futures Commission (SFC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Blitzbrokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Blitzbrokers and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1982 | 1990 |
| Country | Hong Kong | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Blitzbrokers and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Blitzbrokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Blitzbrokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Blitzbrokers offers MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Blitzbrokers 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 | Blitzbrokers | 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 | Desktop,WEB,Android | 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 Blitzbrokers and Hantec Markets compare. Blitzbrokers has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Blitzbrokers integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Blitzbrokers scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Blitzbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Blitzbrokers 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 | Blitzbrokers | 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 Blitzbrokers 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 | Blitzbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |