Exante
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Exante was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in Malta, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Exante holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Exante serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $11700 at Exante and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Exante | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA), CySEC. Licence No.: 165/12, FCA, HKMA | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2011 | 1990 |
| Country | Malta | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Exante 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 $11700 at Exante). Exante charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $11700 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Exante offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, 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 | Exante | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, WEB, 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 Exante and Hantec Markets compare. Exante maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Exante | 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. Exante accepts 1 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Hantec Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Hantec Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Exante | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | No | 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. Hantec Markets offers live chat; Exante does not, making Hantec Markets easier to reach in real time. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Hantec Markets scores higher overall on customer support in our assessment.
| Feature | Exante | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | No | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |