In this comparison, Exness and Hantec Markets trade off regulation, pricing, and platform depth. The axis of tension centers on which broker delivers clearer costs and execution quality.
Exness leads overall with a higher editorial score than Hantec Markets. The gap is driven by stronger Fees & Spreads and Platforms & Tools scores.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose Exness if…
Choose Exness if you want a $1 minimum deposit and leverage up to 2000:1.
Choose Hantec Markets if…
Choose Exness if you value MT4/MT5 access and instant withdrawals. Choose Hantec Markets if you want no minimum deposit on the Professional ECN account and raw spreads from 0.0 pips. Choose Hantec Markets if you value dual FCA and JFSA regulation and MT4/MT5 access.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
Hantec Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 0.30 pips for Exness, reducing trading costs.
| Editorial score | 4.4/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5▲ |
Pros
Near-unlimited leverage on offshore entity
Extremely low $1 minimum deposit on Standard account
Instant withdrawals available 24/7 including weekends
One of the world's highest-volume retail FX brokers
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Exness | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Trust & Regulation | ||
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, CFTC, etc.) | Pass | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Negative balance protection | Pass | Pass |
| Compensation scheme (e.g. FSCS) | Pass | 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 | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
The scores are close: Exness rates 4.4/5 and Hantec Markets rates 4.1/5. Exness 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.
Hantec Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than Exness's 0.3 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Hantec Markets has no minimum deposit, while Exness requires at least $1. This makes Hantec Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Exness and Hantec Markets hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each broker's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.
For beginners, two factors stand out: Hantec Markets has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
Exness lists maximum leverage of 2000:1, 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.
Exness charges $3.5 per lot, lower than Hantec Markets's $6 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Exness supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Hantec Markets supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4.
Exness is the winner for safety and regulation due to broader regulator coverage (FCA, CySEC, FSCA, OJK) and segregated client funds.
Hantec Markets suits active traders with raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips and a no-minimum Professional ECN account.
Exness is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($3.5/lot).
Exness enables a $1 minimum deposit, easing initial risk for beginners.
Hantec Markets provides more instruments with 300 offerings versus Exness 200.
Exness offers advanced charting tools and both MT4 and MT5, giving broader platform depth.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.4 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.3 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2008 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Limassol, Cyprus | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $1 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0.3 pips | 0 pips▼ lower |
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| Commission / lot | $3.5/lot▼ lower | $6/lot |
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| 0.65 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 2,000:1 | 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 cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCryptoP2P | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPerfect MoneyCrypto | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | FCA OJK CySEC FSCA | FCA FSA Seychelles JFSA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Advanced charting tools included
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
Not available to US residents
EU clients face significant leverage restrictions
Unlimited leverage carries extreme risk for inexperienced traders
No proprietary platform
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
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Score 4.1 / 5
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