Hantec Review 2026

Trust

Hantec Group Regulators

When reviewing brokers, we examine the licenses held by each of their entities to determine how effectively they protect clients. We use a simple three-tier system to rank regulatory bodies, with Tier 1 being the most trusted and offering the highest level of protection.

This is what I discovered about the six entities operating under the Hantec trade name:

• Hantec Markets Ltd is licensed and regulated by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius under license number C114013940. We rate the FSC as a Tier-3 regulator.
• Hantec Markets Limited is licensed and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) of the UK under license number 06819047. We rate the FCA as a Tier-1 regulator.
• Hantec Markets (Australia) Pty Limited is licensed and regulated by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) under license number 326907. We rate ASIC as a Tier-1 regulator.
• Hantec Bullion Limited is licensed and regulated by the Hong Kong Gold Exchange (HKGX) under license number 163. We rate the HKGX as a Tier-2 regulator.
• Hantec (Seychelles) Services Limited is licensed and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) of the Seychelles under license number SD164. We rate the FSA as a Tier-3 regulator.
• Hantec Markets Financial Limited is licensed and regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) under license number 40318. We rate the VFSC as a Tier-3 regulator.

How Does Hantec Protect You?

Brokers operate multiple entities globally, but regulatory protections vary. Some regulators enforce stricter financial standards than others, so traders should understand the safety measures of the entity with which they choose to open an account.

Here is how Hantec Markets Ltd protects you:

✅ Segregated accounts – Client funds are kept separate from the company’s own capital.

✅ Negative balance protection – Your losses cannot exceed your invested capital.

✅ Compensation scheme – In case of insolvency, your funds will be reimbursed up to $500,000 under the broker’s Excess of Loss Policy.

To learn more about the most important safety mechanisms and how they apply to you, check our dedicated guide on client protections.

Stability and Transparency

In our Trust category, we assess how stable and transparent a broker is. This includes how long they’ve been in business, the size of the company, and how openly they share important information.

I checked Hantec’s company background and LinkedIn page, and discovered that the Hantec Group was established 35 years ago and employs over 360 professionals worldwide.

I also reviewed Hantec’s legal documents (risk notice, client agreement, and others) and found everything in order. The broker has made all vital information readily available and easy to understand.

My only concern with Hantec is that its website does not display live spread data, which would allow visitors to assess the broker’s fee transparency and competitiveness without opening an account.

Is Hantec Safe?

I concluded that Hantec Group is sufficiently safe to trade with due to the following factors:

• Has licenses from 6 global regulators.
• Protects client funds from the broker’s credit risk.
• Has issued a Civil Liabilities Insurance.
• Has transparent legal documents.

Fees

Hantec Trading Fees

Hantec Spreads

I tested Hantec’s spreads on 24 September 2025 during the London and New York opens. The results are shown in the table below:

According to my findings, Hantec’s spreads across currency pairs, share CFDs, indices, and Bitcoin are lower than the industry average. Its Dow Jones 30, DAX40, and BTCUSD spreads were especially tight. On the other hand, I recorded quite elevated spreads on XAUUSD and WTI.

Hantec Swaps

A swap fee is the cost of keeping a trade open overnight, and it’s tied to the difference in interest rates between the two currencies in a pair. If you’re holding a buy (long) position, you may either pay or earn interest, depending on the rates—this is called a swap long. The same applies to a sell (short) position, where the overnight charge or credit is called a swap short.

The values listed below are for one full base currency contract (100,000 units).

Live testing revealed that Hantec charges low overnight fees on EURUSD. However, its GBPJPY and XAUUSD swaps exceeded the industry benchmark. Please note that swap fees tend to fluctuate over time.

Hantec Non-Trading Fees

I discovered that Hantec charges an inactivity fee of 5 base currency units after 6 months of dormancy—significantly lower than the industry standard of around 20 base currency units. The fee continues until you resume trading or your balance hits zero.

I also found that Hantec doesn’t charge any internal fees for deposits or withdrawals, which is always a plus. Just keep in mind that your payment provider might still charge their own processing fees.

Are Hantec’s Fees Competitive?

Hantec’s fees are competitive overall. The spreads on most of the popular instruments I tested came in lower than the industry average, with commodities being the main exception. This makes the broker a solid choice for day traders looking to minimize costs per trade.

However, overnight trading is where Hantec loses some appeal. While the EURUSD swap was favorable, I found that gold and GBPJPY swaps exceeded industry norms, making the broker less suitable for holding overnight positions.

On the positive side, Hantec keeps non-trading costs minimal. There’s only a small inactivity fee of 5 base currency units, and it only kicks in after six months of dormancy. Deposits and withdrawals are cost-free.

Platforms and Tools

Hantec Web Trader

Hantec Web Trader is a lightweight, browser-based platform with an intuitive, familiar layout. In testing, the interface felt clean and easy to navigate, with watchlists, charts, and order tickets clearly separated into their own panels.

The platform’s biggest strength is its high-definition, easily scalable charts, which make it especially appealing for traders who rely on technical analysis. It also supports more order execution options than MetaTrader, which gives active traders extra flexibility.

However, Hantec Web Trader skips a few advanced features: there is no Depth of Market (DoM), no price alerts, and no support for automated trading via Expert Advisors (EAs).

Availability & Core Features

Hantec Web Trader runs in all major browsers and is available in 11 languages, including English, Portuguese, Spanish, Thai, Chinese, and others.

Key features include:

• Customizable Watchlists: Track your preferred instruments and keep your key markets in one place.
• One-Click Trading: Enter the market instantly without extra confirmation steps.
• Chart Trading: Place and manage orders directly from the chart, including entry points, volume, stop-loss, and take-profit levels.

In practice, it’s easy to access multiple asset classes with just a few clicks, and the platform’s structure is intuitive enough for everyday use. Its charting engine, in particular, feels optimized for day trading and spot trading.

Charting & Analysis Tools

The Hantec Web Trader affords two charting modes: Original and TradingView. The Original features fewer analytical tools and is designed for a more streamlined trading experience, while the TradingView mode features the full package of analytical tools and parameters.

I’ve creted a comparison table to show how these two modes differ:

The Original mode is designed for traders who want speed and simplicity. It keeps the interface from feeling cluttered and is a better fit for less experienced traders who might be overwhelmed by too many tools.

The TradingView mode is designed for more advanced users. It offers a wide range of indicators and drawing tools suitable for in-depth technical analysis. Having both modes available gives Hantec Web Trader a versatility that many single-mode platforms lack.

Order Types

The Hantec Web Trader offers four execution modes and covers all the core order types needed by most traders:

• Market Orders: Instant execution at the best available price — ideal for quick entries
• Limit Orders: Target a specific price level for entry, though execution isn’t guaranteed.
• Stop Orders: Protect open positions with predefined risk levels. Stop-loss orders automatically convert into market orders once triggered.
• Stop Limit Orders: A combination of the above two, stop limit orders are used by experienced traders for even more sophisticated entries and tighter risk management.

Hantec Web Trader: My Key Takeaways

Hantec Web Trader is a well-balanced trading platform that caters to both novice and experienced traders. It shines with its easily scalable charts and intuitive design.

I also appreciated the two trading modes: Hantec does not lump everything together and instead delivers two platforms for traders with different experience levels.

Another standout feature was the stop limit order, which is quite rare among more conventional platforms, such as MT4 and MT5. The main drawbacks are the lack of alerts and the absence of automation, which may be dealbreakers for some active traders.

Hantec Mobile App

The Hantec Mobile App carries over much of the flexibility of the web platform and adds a few extras tailored to trading on the go. It features a streamlined interface, fluid charts, and is also integrated with an economic calendar.

Unlike the web version, the Hantec app supports placing trading alerts and boasts a greater number of chart types.

Hantec Mobile App: My Key Takeaways

I found the Hantec Mobile App a great tool for trading on the go. It has a pleasant design and packs all essential tools in one place. The app also boasts impressive charting capabilities and supports all basic order types. Plus, it is integrated with an economic calendar, so traders can follow the main events that may affect the prices.

Hantec Execution Model

Hantec operates as a Straight-Through-Processing (STP) broker without a dealing desk. Client orders are routed to the broker’s pool of liquidity providers, where they are filled at the best available price.

Tradable Instruments

I found that Hantec beats the industry average across all asset classes when it comes to asset variety. This breadth makes Hantec suitable for traders with diverse strategies and interests.

What Are CFDs?

CFDs (Contracts for Difference) let you trade on the price movements of assets—like gold—without actually owning them.

For example, if you go long on gold and the price rises, you profit; if it falls, you lose—without ever buying real gold.

The biggest perk? You can jump in or out of the market quickly to take advantage of even the smallest price changes.

What CFDs Can You Trade With Hantec?

Hantec Instruments: My Key Takeaways

The real standout in Hantec’s offering is the sheer diversity of instruments. Take commodities, for example—34 options including some genuinely rare crosses like XAUBRL (gold vs. Brazilian real) and XAUSGD (gold vs. Singapore dollar) that you just won’t find at most brokers. The forex selection is equally impressive, with nearly 100 pairs, and the stock CFD range gives you plenty of trading opportunities across global markets.

That said, there’s one area where Hantec falls short compared to some competitors: low-risk securities. The broker doesn’t offer ETFs or bonds, which limits options for conservative traders or those looking to diversify into safer assets.

Customer Support

Customer Support Channels

Customer Support Test

When we test a broker’s customer support, we evaluate the agent’s knowledge of their own website, the time it takes them to respond to questions, and the level of detail in their answers.

I tested Hantec’s customer support by asking questions of varying complexity over a two-day period to assess both response speed and agent knowledge.

I started with a straightforward question about Hantec’s location before delving into more complex topics, such as margin call policies and execution models, to gauge how the agent would handle them.

Overall, the agent was knowledgeable and responsive. They answered most questions quickly and accurately, though there was a slight delay on the margin call level question—I waited a couple of minutes before getting a complete answer. Still, this response time outperforms many brokers I’ve tested, where complex questions are often deflected or require follow-ups.

Deposit and Withdrawal

How Do You Deposit Money With Hantec

How Do You Withdraw Money With Hantec

Account Types and Terms

How to Open an Account With Hantec

To open an account with Hantec, follow these simple steps:

1. Click ‘Open an Account’ at the top-right corner of the main page.
2. Fill in your name, email address, and phone number.
3. Enter your country of residence.
4. Select your account password.
5. Provide your personal details.
6. Elaborate on your professional and financial background.
7. Configure your trading account.
8. Confirm your email address.
9. Upload proof of ID and proof of address to verify your account.

Hantec Account Types

Hantec’s Global account is the go-to option for casual traders. Its standard pricing mechanism features generally more competitive fees than most STP accounts of this sort. It is also quite affordable with its low deposit requirement of only $10.

The same deposit requirement also applies to Hantec’s Pro account, which features even more competitive conditions. Its $2 round-turn commission per traded lot (100,000 units) beats the industry average of $6.

Lastly, Hantec provides a Cent account for algo testing.

Demo Accounts

Hantec offers a demo account that lets traders explore the broker’s available platforms and test their strategies in a risk-free environment. Since markets are constantly changing, it’s crucial to keep your skills sharp without risking real money. You can open a demo account before or alongside your live CFD account.

Swap-Free (Islamic) Accounts

Hantec does not offer Islamic accounts for swap-free trading.

What is CFD Leverage?

Leverage determines a trader’s overall market exposure. When trading Contracts for Difference (CFDs), positions can be opened for a fraction of their value because of leverage. Essentially, the broker lends the trader money so that they can open bigger positions. Leverage multiplies the profits a trader generates from winning positions, but also the losses incurred from failed trades.

What Leverage Does Hantec Offer?

In the table below, I have listed the maximum retail leverage available with Hantec Markets Limited for instruments from different asset classes:

Hantec Restricted Countries

Hantec does not accept as clients residents of the US, Iran, Myanmar, the UAE, North Korea, or any other restricted country or jurisdiction where trading is prohibited by law.

Research

Research Tools

• Economic Calendar: Hantec’s economic calendar informs traders of upcoming economic releases and financial news that have the capacity to stir the market and thereby create viable trading opportunities.

• InsightPro Signals: Hantec’s InsightPro package provides actionable trading signals across multiple instruments, along with economic sentiment gauges to help you interpret the market mood. The idea is to give traders a quick sense of current market dynamics and flag emerging setups worth watching. The content is also sent to verified accounts via email and Telegram.

I found this particularly useful for staying on top of fast-moving markets, though it’s worth noting that many brokers now offer similar signal services as standard. What sets Hantec apart is the breadth of instruments covered, making it valuable for traders who work across different asset classes.

Hantec Research: My Key Takeaways

I found Hantec’s research content to be high quality and well-presented, but it’s missing a few critical components. The economic calendar and InsightPro tool stand out for their actionable trading signals, making them especially useful for day traders.

However, Hantec no longer provides in-depth market reviews that explain the underlying reasons behind price movements. Additionally, the absence of a news screener makes it more challenging for traders to stay up-to-date on the latest market developments in real-time.

Education

On its website, Hantec also hosts a comprehensive Education section filled with trading articles and guides. These materials go beyond the basics, offering readers practical insights into reading price action, understanding market behavior, and implementing effective risk management strategies.

I also reviewed Hantec’s YouTube channel and was impressed by its extensive library of educational content and past webinars. The broker has published 17 MetaTrader 4 tutorials, 12 how-to videos that guide users through account setup and social trading, and 34 videos from the “Trader Talks” series, which feature insightful interviews with market experts sharing valuable perspectives on trading.

Additionally, I found 144 past webinars covering key topics such as technical and fundamental analysis, trading psychology, and risk management—all explained in great detail. My only criticism is that Hantec has stopped releasing new content, which limits ongoing engagement.

The Bottom Line

Hantec Markets stands out as a well-established, multi-regulated broker with licenses from top-tier authorities, including the FCA and ASIC. With tight spreads, low trading costs, and a broad selection of over 2,650 instruments, it offers strong appeal to both casual and copy traders seeking stability and value.

The broker caters to traders of all experience levels through its sophisticated Hantec WebTrader, which is also available via mobile. The Hantec platform delivers advanced charting tools and a more modern, user-friendly interface than MetaTrader, which is also supported. Additionally, Hantec has developed a dedicated social and copy trading app, allowing traders to follow and replicate the strategies of others with ease.

The broker also excels in education, offering comprehensive articles, guides, and webinars that cover every major aspect of trading. However, its market research offering lacks the same depth and variety, limiting analytical insight for more advanced traders.

Overall, Hantec Markets is an excellent choice for beginners and intermediate traders who value strong regulation, affordable trading conditions, and quality education. Still, it’s worth noting that scalping is not permitted, and Islamic (swap-free) accounts are currently unavailable.