Hantec Markets
Xtrade
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Overview
Hantec Markets was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in UK, Hong Kong, while Xtrade was established in 2003 and is based in Australia. Hantec Markets holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Xtrade is regulated by Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) among others. Hantec Markets serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Xtrade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $1000 at Hantec Markets and $1 at Xtrade.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $1 |
| Regulation | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) |
| Founded | 1990 | 2003 |
| Country | UK, Hong Kong | Australia |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Hantec Markets and Xtrade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. Xtrade has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $1 (vs $1000 at Hantec Markets). Neither broker charges withdrawal fees. Xtrade charges deposit fees; Hantec Markets does not. Overall, Xtrade scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $1000 | $1 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | No |
| Inactivity Fees | No | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
Hantec Markets offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Xtrade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Not available |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Hantec Markets and Xtrade compare. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | No | No |
| CFD Education | No | No |
| 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 uniquely supports bank transfer and credit/debit card among the two brokers. Hantec Markets scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Not available |
| Credit Card | Yes | Not available |
| PayPal | No | Not available |
| Skrill | No | Not available |
| Neteller | No | Not available |
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 Xtrade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Hantec Markets offers multilingual support. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Hantec Markets | Xtrade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, and Chinese | Not available |