Ezinvest
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Ezinvest was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Ezinvest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ezinvest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ezinvest and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Ezinvest | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2008 | 1990 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ezinvest 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 $500 at Ezinvest). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Ezinvest applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ezinvest | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Ezinvest offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Ezinvest supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ezinvest | 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 | MT4, Mac, Android, iPhone/iPad | 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 Ezinvest and Hantec Markets compare. Ezinvest runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Ezinvest has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Ezinvest publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Ezinvest integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Ezinvest maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Ezinvest scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Ezinvest | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ezinvest accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Ezinvest uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Hantec Markets uniquely supports bank transfer among the two brokers. Ezinvest scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ezinvest | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Ezinvest and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ezinvest supports 15 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving Ezinvest broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ezinvest | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, and Chinese |