This comparison pits a regulation-heavy EU-linked platform against a broader ECN-focused offering. The axis of tension is trust and protection versus raw pricing and platform variety.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose AMarkets if you want access to 250 instruments and accept SVG FSA regulation without investor compensation.
Choose if…
Choose Hantec Markets if you want top-tier regulation with compensation protection and access to 300 instruments.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 3.4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Pros
MT4, MT5, and cTrader all available
Competitive $6 round-turn ECN commission
Mature PAMM platform with full performance transparency
No inactivity fee
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Raw spread account available
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Fail | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees & Spreads | ||
| Raw/ECN spreads available | Pass | Pass |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Fail |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: AMarkets rates 3.8/5 and Hantec Markets rates 4.1/5. Hantec Markets has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
Both AMarkets and Hantec Markets start from 0 pips, making them equivalent on this metric. Compare commissions and account types to evaluate total trading costs.
Hantec Markets has no minimum deposit, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes Hantec Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Hantec Markets holds top-tier regulation (JFSA, FCA, FSA Seychelles), providing stronger investor protections. AMarkets may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
Hantec Markets stands out for beginners: it has a lower entry point and provides negative balance protection, which caps losses at your deposited amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
AMarkets lists maximum leverage of 3000:1, while Hantec Markets lists up to 500:1. Available leverage depends on your jurisdiction. EU retail clients under ESMA rules are capped at 1:30 on major forex pairs.
Both AMarkets and Hantec Markets charge the same commission of $6 per lot on applicable accounts.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while Hantec Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
Hantec Markets wins for safety & regulation due to FCA/JFSA oversight and FSCS protection.
AMarkets wins for active traders with 3000:1 leverage and ECN pricing advantages.
Both brokers offer equivalent ECN conditions including raw spread accounts, commissions, and spread levels.
AMarkets wins for platform choice with MT4, MT5, and cTrader.
Hantec Markets wins for beginners due to zero minimum deposit and investor protection.
Hantec Markets wins for instrument variety with 300 instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.0 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2007 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Kingstown, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | $6/lot |
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| 0.6 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Max Leverage | 3,000:1 | 500:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | JFSA FCA FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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No deposit fees
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Pros
FCA (502635) and JFSA dual regulation - rare combination at retail level
No minimum deposit on Professional ECN account
Raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips at $6 round-turn commission
FSCS protection up to GBP 85,000 for UK clients
Strong Japanese-language service infrastructure for East Asian traders
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
No inactivity fee
MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 supported
Mobile trading app available
Transparent pricing with clear cost disclosure
24/5 live chat support
Phone support available
Multilingual customer support
Cons
SVG FSA registration only, no meaningful retail investor protection
No EU or Tier 1 licensed entity
Very high leverage (3000:1) is a risk amplifier
No top-tier regulatory licence
No negative balance protection
No investor compensation scheme
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Cons
Limited brand recognition outside Japan and the UK
No cTrader or TradingView integration
Research and educational content minimal
MT4 and MT5 only - no alternative platforms
No proprietary platform
Limited charting capabilities
Hantec Markets edges AMarkets on editorial score thanks to tier-1 regulation and compensation protections. AMarkets offers ECN pricing and MT4/MT5 and cTrader, but lacks top-tier regulators.
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Score 3.8 / 5
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