Hantec Markets
IKON Finance
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while IKON Finance was established in 2011 and is based in London. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; IKON Finance has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $200 at IKON Finance.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $200 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1990 | 2011 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | London |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and IKON Finance, 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 IKON Finance). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. IKON Finance applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, IKON Finance scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $200 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while IKON Finance supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| 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, ZuluTrade, 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 IKON Finance compare. IKON Finance runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. IKON Finance has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. IKON Finance publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. IKON Finance integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. IKON Finance maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. IKON Finance scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | No | Yes |
| Trading Central | No | Yes |
| Autochartist | No | Yes |
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 IKON Finance supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| 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 IKON Finance offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Both brokers offer support in 2 languages. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | IKON Finance |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |