Hantec Markets
Startrader
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while Startrader was established in 2011 and is based in Hong Kong. Both brokers are regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), among other authorities. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Startrader has 500,000 +. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $50 at Startrader.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $50 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Saint Vincent and Grenadines (SVG) and Financial Services Authority Seychelles (FSA) |
| Founded | 1990 | 2011 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | Hong Kong |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 500,000 + |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and Startrader, 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 Startrader). Startrader charges withdrawal fees while Hantec Markets does not, giving Hantec Markets an edge for frequent withdrawers. Overall, Startrader scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Startrader supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Hantec Markets offers a mobile trading app; mobile availability for Startrader is limited. Startrader 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 | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | No |
| Android App | Yes | No |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Web Trader, Currenex, Tablet & Mobile apps | MT4, MT5 and Web Trader |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Hantec Markets and Startrader compare. Startrader runs regular live webinars; Hantec Markets does not. Startrader has a video library; Hantec Markets does not. Startrader publishes daily market commentary; Hantec Markets does not. Startrader integrates third-party research tools (Trading Central, Autochartist); Hantec Markets does not. Startrader maintains an archive of past webinars for on-demand viewing. Startrader scores higher overall in education and research.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Startrader supports 4 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller). Startrader uniquely supports Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. Startrader scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Startrader 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 | Startrader |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | English, Chinese |