FX Primus
Hantec Markets
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Overview
FX Primus was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. FX Primus holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. FX Primus serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at FX Primus and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | FX Primus | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), The markets in financial instruments directive (MiFID) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2009 | 1990 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between FX Primus and Hantec Markets, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. FX Primus has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). FX Primus charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. FX Primus charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, FX Primus scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | FX Primus | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
FX Primus offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. FX Primus supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | FX Primus | 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, Mac, Mirror Trader, 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 FX Primus and Hantec Markets compare. FX Primus runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. FX Primus has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. FX Primus publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. FX Primus integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. FX Primus maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. FX Primus scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | FX Primus | 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 Primus accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Neteller), while Hantec Markets supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). FX Primus uniquely supports Neteller among the two brokers. FX Primus scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | FX Primus | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | 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 FX Primus and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. FX Primus supports 8 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving FX Primus broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | FX Primus | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, Vietnamese, Hungarian, and Malaysian | English, and Chinese |