FreshForex
Hantec Markets
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Overview
FreshForex was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Russia, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. FreshForex holds licences including SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012, while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FreshForex serves 710,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1 at FreshForex and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Regulation | SVGFSA 20623 IBC 2012 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2004 | 1990 |
| Country | Russia | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 710,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FreshForex and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FreshForex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, FreshForex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
FreshForex offers MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. FreshForex supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. Hantec Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | No | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | No | Yes |
| Android App | No | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, MT5, Windows, MAC, Linux | 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 FreshForex and Hantec Markets compare. FreshForex runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. FreshForex has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. FreshForex publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. FreshForex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FreshForex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | 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. FreshForex accepts 4 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FreshForex uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. FreshForex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | 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 FreshForex and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FreshForex supports 1 language and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving Hantec Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FreshForex | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English | English, and Chinese |