Hantec Markets
PUPRIME
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while PUPRIME was established in 2015 and is based in Seychelles. Hantec Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while PUPRIME is regulated by Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd among others. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; PUPRIME has 200,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $50 at PUPRIME.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Pacific Union (Seychelles) Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority of Seychelles with License No. SD050. PU Prime (PTY) Ltd, an authorised Financial Service Provider (“FSP”) registered and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (“FSCA”) of South Africa under licence number 52218 |
| Founded | 1990 | 2015 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | Seychelles |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 200,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and PUPRIME, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hantec Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $50 at PUPRIME). PUPRIME charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, giving Hantec Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, PUPRIME scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $50 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while PUPRIME supports MT4, MT5, a proprietary platform. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. PUPRIME 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 | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | No |
| Windows App | Yes | No |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5, WebTrader, PU Prime App, PU Social |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Hantec Markets and PUPRIME compare. PUPRIME runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. PUPRIME has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. PUPRIME publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. PUPRIME integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. PUPRIME maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. PUPRIME scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). PUPRIME uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. PUPRIME scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| 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 PUPRIME offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and PUPRIME supports 1, giving Hantec Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | PUPRIME |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |