fx central clearing
Hantec Markets
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Overview
fx central clearing was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Portugal, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. fx central clearing serves 30,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fx central clearing and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F234 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2015 | 1990 |
| Country | Portugal | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 30,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fx central clearing 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 $250 at fx central clearing). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. fx central clearing applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fx central clearing 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 | fx central clearing | 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, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 fx central clearing and Hantec Markets compare. fx central clearing runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. fx central clearing has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. fx central clearing publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. fx central clearing integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. fx central clearing maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fx central clearing scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fx central clearing | 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. fx central clearing 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). fx central clearing uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fx central clearing scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fx central clearing | 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 fx central clearing and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fx central clearing supports 8 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving fx central clearing broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fx central clearing | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | English, and Chinese |