Hantec Markets
Spreadex
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while Spreadex was established in 1999 and is based in UK. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Spreadex has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $0 at Spreadex.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $0 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), registration number 190941 |
| Founded | 1990 | 1999 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and Spreadex, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Spreadex has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $0 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Overall, Spreadex scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $0 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Spreadex supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Spreadex supports social and copy trading features, which Hantec Markets does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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, 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 Spreadex compare. Spreadex runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Spreadex has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Spreadex publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Spreadex integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Spreadex maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Spreadex scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Spreadex supports 3 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill). Spreadex uniquely supports Skrill among the two brokers. Spreadex scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | No |
| Skrill | No | Yes |
| 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 Spreadex offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets supports 2 languages and Spreadex supports 1, giving Hantec Markets broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Spreadex |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English |