Boston Merchant Financial
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Boston Merchant Financial was founded in 1988 and is headquartered in Dubai, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Boston Merchant Financial holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Boston Merchant Financial serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $50 at Boston Merchant Financial and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1988 | 1990 |
| Country | Dubai | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Boston Merchant Financial 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 $50 at Boston Merchant Financial). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Boston Merchant Financial scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $50 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Boston Merchant Financial offers MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Boston Merchant Financial 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 | Boston Merchant Financial | 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 | MT4, Web Trader, 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 Boston Merchant Financial and Hantec Markets compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Boston Merchant Financial | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Boston Merchant Financial 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 | Boston Merchant Financial | 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 Boston Merchant Financial 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 | Boston Merchant Financial | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |