fxdd
Hantec Markets
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Overview
fxdd was founded in 2010 and is headquartered in Belize, while Hantec Markets was established in 1990 and is based in UK, Hong Kong. fxdd holds licences including Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, while Hantec Markets is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. fxdd serves 14,000,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxdd and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | fxdd | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Regulation | Malta Financial Services Authority MFSA IS/48817. Financial Services Commission, Mauritius. License Number C117017252 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2010 | 1990 |
| Country | Belize | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 14,000,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxdd 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 fxdd). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. The two brokers are broadly comparable on fee structure.
| Feature | fxdd | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fxdd offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Hantec Markets supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. fxdd supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | fxdd | 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 fxdd and Hantec Markets compare. fxdd runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. fxdd has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. fxdd publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. fxdd integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. fxdd maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fxdd scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fxdd | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | No |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | Yes | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. fxdd 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). fxdd uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxdd scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxdd | 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 fxdd and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fxdd supports 8 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving fxdd broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fxdd | 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 |