Global Prime and Hantec Markets face off on regulation, pricing, and platform access. The tension centers on client protections and service features that matter to active forex traders.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Global Prime if you want advanced charting, a smaller instrument range, and no phone support.
Choose if…
Choose Hantec Markets if you want 24/5 live chat, phone support, and investor compensation scheme coverage.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.2/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.5 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
Pros
ASIC regulated with published quarterly execution quality reports
Raw spreads from 0.0 pips with $7 round-turn commission
True NDD execution, no internal position matching
MT4 and cTrader available
Client funds held in segregated accounts
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Global Prime | 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) | 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 | Pass | Fail |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Fail | Pass |
The scores are close: Global Prime rates 4.2/5 and Hantec Markets rates 4.1/5. Global Prime 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 Global Prime 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 Global Prime requires at least $200. This makes Hantec Markets more accessible for traders with limited starting capital.
Both Global Prime 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.
Global Prime lists maximum leverage of 500:1, 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.
Hantec Markets charges $6 per lot, lower than Global Prime's $7 per lot. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day.
Global Prime supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, while Hantec Markets supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 4. Global Prime has exclusive access to cTrader. Hantec Markets has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5.
Both brokers offer spreads from 0.00 pips.
Hantec Markets is best for safety & regulation because of FCA and JFSA oversight and UK FSCS protection.
Global Prime stands out for active traders due to true NDD execution and published reports.
Hantec Markets is better suited for scalpers: lower commission ($6/lot).
Global Prime offers MT4 and cTrader, expanding platform options beyond Hantec's MT4/MT5.
Hantec Markets provides a $0 minimum deposit on Professional ECN account.
Hantec Markets provides 300 instruments versus Global Prime's 150.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.6 / 5▲ | 4.4 / 5 |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 4.2 / 5▲ | 3.9 / 5 |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.1 / 5▲ | 4.0 / 5 |
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| Founded | 2010 | 2009 |
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| Headquarters | Sydney, Australia | London, United Kingdom |
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| Min Deposit | $200 | No minimum▼ lower |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips | 0 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $7/lot | $6/lot▼ lower |
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| 0.7 pips | 0.6 pips▼ lower |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 500:1 |
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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 cardPayPalSkrill | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | JFSA FCA FSA Seychelles |
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| Platforms | cTrader MetaTrader 4 | MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 4 |
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| Active bonuses |
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Negative balance protection
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
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
$200 minimum deposit
Limited product range, forex and major CFD classes only
No proprietary platform or copy trading
No investor compensation scheme
No 24/5 live chat
No phone support
Support available in limited languages
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
Global Prime and Hantec Markets are closely matched, with the clearest differentiator being investor compensation scheme coverage; Hantec Markets offers compensation protection while Global Prime does not.
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