Circle Markets
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Circle Markets was founded in 2007 and is headquartered in New Zealand, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Circle Markets holds licences including Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Circle Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Circle Markets and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2007 | 1990 |
| Country | New Zealand | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Circle Markets and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Circle Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Circle Markets charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Circle Markets charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Circle Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Circle Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Circle Markets | 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 | Desktop, 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 Circle Markets and Hantec Markets compare. Circle Markets runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Circle Markets has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Circle Markets publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Circle Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. Circle Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Circle Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Circle Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | 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 Circle Markets 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 | Circle Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |