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Hantec Markets
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Overview
Bulbrokers was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Bulgaria, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Bulbrokers holds licences including Financial Services Authority (FSA), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Bulbrokers serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Bulbrokers and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Bulbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Services Authority (FSA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2000 | 1990 |
| Country | Bulgaria | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Bulbrokers and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Bulbrokers has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Bulbrokers applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Bulbrokers scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Bulbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Bulbrokers offers MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Hantec Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Bulbrokers | 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 Bulbrokers and Hantec Markets compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Bulbrokers | 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. Bulbrokers 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 | Bulbrokers | 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 Bulbrokers 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 | Bulbrokers | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |