fxglobe
Hantec Markets
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Overview
fxglobe was founded in 2012 and is headquartered in Malta, 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. fxglobe serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Hantec Markets has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $250 at fxglobe and $1000 at Hantec Markets.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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-F243 | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 2012 | 1990 |
| Country | Malta | UK, Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between fxglobe 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 fxglobe). fxglobe charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. fxglobe applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | fxglobe | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $1000 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
fxglobe 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 | fxglobe | 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 fxglobe and Hantec Markets compare. fxglobe runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. fxglobe has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. fxglobe publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. fxglobe integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. fxglobe maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. fxglobe scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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. fxglobe 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). fxglobe uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. fxglobe scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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 fxglobe and Hantec Markets offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. fxglobe supports 8 languages and Hantec Markets supports 2, giving fxglobe broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | fxglobe | 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 |