Two well-regulated brokers face off as Hantec Markets and OANDA diverge on platform breadth, regulation scope, and pricing. The matchup hints at different value propositions for traders.
Find out which broker best suits your trader profile.
Choose if…
Choose Hantec Markets if you value dual FCA and JFSA regulation. You gain raw ECN spreads from 0.0 pips with $6 per lot.
Choose if…
Choose OANDA if you want broad regulatory coverage and access to MT4/MT5 plus a proprietary platform.
Which broker wins for each type of trader, based on costs, safety, platforms, and editorial scoring.
| Editorial score | 4.1/ 5 | 4.6/ 5 |
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| Score Breakdown | ||
Trust & Regulation 40% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.8 / 5▲ |
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
A closer look at the specific criteria each broker meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Hantec Markets | OANDA |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Fail |
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Fail |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Platforms & Tools | ||
| MT4/MT5 available | Pass | Pass |
| Proprietary platform | Fail | Pass |
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| Advanced charting tools | Fail | Pass |
| Customer Support | ||
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Pass |
| Multilingual support | Pass | Pass |
OANDA rates 4.6/5 versus 4.1/5 for Hantec Markets. OANDA edges ahead on our composite score, though both brokers meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Hantec Markets starts from 0 pips, tighter than OANDA's 1 pips. Tighter spreads lower the cost per trade, which matters most for high-frequency and scalping strategies.
Neither Hantec Markets nor OANDA requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Both Hantec Markets and OANDA 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, both brokers provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each broker's site before deciding.
Hantec Markets lists maximum leverage of 500:1, while OANDA lists up to 50:1. 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 on commission-based accounts. Commission details for OANDA are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing.
Hantec Markets supports MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while OANDA supports Proprietary Web/Mobile, TradingView, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Both provide MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. OANDA has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile and TradingView.
Hantec Markets offers tighter spreads from 0.00 pips vs 1.00 pips for OANDA, reducing trading costs.
OANDA has broader regulatory coverage including NFA, FCA, ASIC, CBI, and CMF.
Hantec Markets offers a larger instrument universe and raw ECN pricing appealing to active traders.
Hantec Markets is better suited for scalpers: raw/ECN spreads available, tighter spreads from 0.00 pips.
OANDA provides MT4/MT5 plus a proprietary platform and TradingView access.
OANDA offers no minimum deposit and beginner-friendly access to multiple platforms.
Hantec Markets provides around 300 tradable instruments.
Fees & Spreads 30% weight | 4.4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5▲ |
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Platforms & Tools 20% weight | 3.9 / 5 | 4.6 / 5▲ |
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Customer Support 10% weight | 4.0 / 5 | 4.3 / 5▲ |
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| Founded | 2009 | 1996 |
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| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | New York, United States |
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| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
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| Spreads From | 0 pips▼ lower | 1 pips |
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| Commission / lot | $6/lot | N/A |
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| 0.6 pips | N/A |
| Max Leverage | 500:1 | 50:1▲ higher |
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| Inactivity Fee | None | $10/month (after 12 months) |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card | Bank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit card | Bank transferDebit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Free for ACH |
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| Regulators | JFSA FCA FSA Seychelles | ASIC FCA CBI CMF NFA |
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| Platforms | MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 | Proprietary Web/Mobile TradingView MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 |
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| Active bonuses |
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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
Pros
Available to US residents (NFA-registered)
Best-in-class research and economic data
No minimum deposit
MT4, MT5 and proprietary platforms
Regulated by top-tier authorities (FCA, ASIC, CySEC)
Client funds held in segregated accounts
Negative balance protection
Investor compensation scheme coverage
No deposit fees
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
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
Cons
Spreads slightly wider than ECN-style brokers
No copy trading
No raw spread account option
Inactivity fee applies
OANDA edges out Hantec Markets on editorial score. OANDA earns 4.6 while Hantec Markets scores 4.1, reflecting stronger category ratings overall.
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