Fortrade
Hantec Markets
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Overview
Fortrade was founded in 1992 and is headquartered in UK, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Fortrade holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) FRN: 609970, while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Fortrade serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at Fortrade and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | Fortrade | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) FRN: 609970, National Bank of the Republic of Belarus (NBRB) FRN: 193075810, Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) ABN: 33 614 683 831 | AFSL: 493520, Canadian Investor Protection Fund (CIPF) CRN: BC1148613, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) with CIF license number 385/20 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1992 | 1990 |
| Country | UK | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Fortrade and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Fortrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Fortrade charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Fortrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Fortrade | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
Fortrade 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 | Fortrade | 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, Binary, 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 Fortrade and Hantec Markets compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Fortrade | 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. Fortrade accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Fortrade uniquely supports PayPal and Neteller among the two brokers. Fortrade scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Fortrade | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | No | 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 Fortrade and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Fortrade supports 1 language and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving Hantec Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Fortrade | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, and Chinese |