Forex EE
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Forex EE was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Grenadines, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Forex EE holds licences including Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia, while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Forex EE serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at Forex EE and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Forex EE | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Ministry of Economic Affairs in Estonia | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2008 | 1990 |
| Country | Grenadines | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Forex EE and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Forex EE has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Forex EE charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Forex EE scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Forex EE | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Forex EE 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 | Forex EE | 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 | MetaTrader 4 | 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 Forex EE and Hantec Markets compare. Forex EE has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Forex EE integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Forex EE scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Forex EE | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Forex EE 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 | Forex EE | 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 Forex EE 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 | Forex EE | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |