Hantec Markets
ICICI Direct
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while ICICI Direct was established in 1994 and is based in India. Hantec Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while ICICI Direct is regulated by Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) among others. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; ICICI Direct has 2,000,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $0 at ICICI Direct.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Member of the Bombay Stock Exchange |
| Founded | 1990 | 1994 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | India |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 2,000,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and ICICI Direct, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. ICICI Direct has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. ICICI Direct applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, ICICI Direct scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while ICICI Direct supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. ICICI Direct supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| 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, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps | 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 Markets and ICICI Direct compare. ICICI Direct runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. ICICI Direct has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. ICICI Direct publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. ICICI Direct integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. ICICI Direct maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. ICICI Direct scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | No |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Hantec Markets accepts 2 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card), while ICICI Direct supports 1 (bank transfer). Hantec Markets uniquely supports credit/debit card among the two brokers. Hantec Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | No |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | No |
| Neteller | No | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Hantec Markets and ICICI Direct offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and ICICI Direct supports 13, giving ICICI Direct broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | ICICI Direct |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Deutsch, Nederlands, Espanol, Francais, Italiano, Polski, Srpski, Norsk, Svenska, Cesky, Romana, Turkce |