hantec fx
Markets.com
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Overview
hantec fx was founded in 2021 and is headquartered in Russia, while Markets.com was established in 2008 and is based in Cyprus. hantec fx holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Markets.com is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. hantec fx serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Markets.com has 10,000+. Both brokers share the same minimum deposit of $250.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| 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-F252 | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 2021 | 2008 |
| Country | Russia | Cyprus |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between hantec fx and Markets.com, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Both require a minimum deposit of $250. hantec fx charges withdrawal fees while Markets.com does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. hantec fx charges deposit fees; Markets.com does not. Overall, Markets.com scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $250 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | Yes | No |
| CFD Fees | Yes | No |
Platforms
hantec fx offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Markets.com supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Markets.com supports social and copy trading features, which hantec fx does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Web Trader, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how hantec fx and Markets.com compare. hantec fx runs regular live webinars; Markets.com does not. Both provide video tutorials. hantec fx publishes daily market commentary; Markets.com does not. Both integrate third-party research tools. hantec fx maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. hantec fx scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | No |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | No |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | No |
| Trading Central | Yes | No |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. hantec fx accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Markets.com supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). hantec fx uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. hantec fx scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | Yes |
| 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 hantec fx and Markets.com offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. hantec fx supports 8 languages and Markets.com supports 14, giving Markets.com broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | hantec fx | Markets.com |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic | Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, and Turkish |