Hantec Markets
Interactive Investor
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while Interactive Investor was established in 1995 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Interactive Investor has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $1 at Interactive Investor.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) |
| Founded | 1990 | 1995 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and Interactive Investor, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Interactive Investor has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Interactive Investor applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Interactive Investor scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Interactive Investor supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Interactive Investor supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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, ProTrader, 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 Interactive Investor compare. Interactive Investor has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Interactive Investor integrates third-party research tools (Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Interactive Investor scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 Interactive Investor supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). Both brokers support the same set of payment methods.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Interactive Investor 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 | Interactive Investor |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, and Chinese |