Hantec Markets
regent markets group
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while regent markets group was established in 2020 and is based in United Kingdom. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; regent markets group has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $250 at regent markets group.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $250 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC), Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), Pepperstone Markets Limited is incorporated in The Bahamas (number 177174 B), Licensed by the Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB) number SIA-F299 |
| Founded | 1990 | 2020 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | United Kingdom |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and regent markets group, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Hantec Markets has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1000 (vs $250 at regent markets group). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. regent markets group charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Hantec Markets scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $250 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while regent markets group supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. regent markets group supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| 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, MT5, Mac, ZuluTrade, Web Trader, cTrader, 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 regent markets group compare. regent markets group runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. regent markets group has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. regent markets group publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. regent markets group integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central); Hantec Markets does not. regent markets group maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. regent markets group scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| 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 regent markets group supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). regent markets group uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. regent markets group scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| 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 regent markets group offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and regent markets group supports 8, giving regent markets group broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | regent markets group |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Spanish, Polish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, and Arabic |