Hantec Markets
IG
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while IG was established in 1974 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IG has 178,500+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $200 at IG.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) |
| Founded | 1990 | 1974 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 178,500+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and IG, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hantec Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $200 at IG). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, IG scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IG supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. IG supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, L2 Dealer, 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 IG compare. IG runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. IG has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. IG publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. IG integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. IG maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IG scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| 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 IG supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal). IG uniquely supports PayPal among the two brokers. IG scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 IG offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and IG supports 5, giving IG broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IG |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese |