Hantec Markets
NordFX
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while NordFX was established in 2008 and is based in Mauritius. Hantec Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while NordFX is regulated by VFSC (15008) among others. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; NordFX has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $10 at NordFX.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $10 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | VFSC (15008) |
| Founded | 1990 | 2008 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | Mauritius |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and NordFX, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. NordFX has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $10 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. NordFX applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, NordFX scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $10 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while NordFX supports MT4, MT5. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. NordFX supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. Hantec Markets edges ahead on platform breadth and functionality in our scoring.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, 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 NordFX compare. NordFX has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. NordFX scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | Yes |
| CFD Education | No | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | No | No |
| Daily Commentary | No | No |
| Trading Central | No | No |
| 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 NordFX supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). NordFX uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. NordFX scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| Neteller | No | Yes |
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 NordFX offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and NordFX supports 13, giving NordFX broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | NordFX |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Russian, Chinese, Arabic, Hindi, Bengali, Farsi, Indonesian, Thai, Sinhalese, Vietnamese, Malay |