FP Markets
Hantec Markets
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Overview
FP Markets was founded in 2005 and is headquartered in Australia, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. FP Markets holds licences including Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FP Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FP Markets and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | FP Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2005 | 1990 |
| Country | Australia | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FP Markets and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FP Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. FP Markets charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, FP Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FP Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FP Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FP Markets supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FP 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 | MT4, MT5, IRESS, Mac, Web Trader, 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 FP Markets and Hantec Markets compare. FP Markets runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. FP Markets has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. FP Markets publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. FP Markets integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. FP Markets maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FP Markets scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FP 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. FP Markets accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FP Markets uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FP Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FP Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | 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 FP Markets and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FP Markets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | Not available | English, and Chinese |