City Index vs Hantec Markets
By Akash · Facts re-checked (UTC)
Here is how City Index and Hantec Markets compare on regulation, costs and platforms. See the table for regulators, costs and platforms.
| City Index | Hantec Markets | |
|---|---|---|
| Regulators | FCA | FSC (Mauritius) |
| Minimum deposit | £100 minimum initial deposit for MT4 / new cards (UK) | $10 (Hantec Global account) |
| Spreads from | 0.5 pts on MT4; 0.8 pts on standard platform (UK) | 0.1 pips (Hantec Pro account) |
| Commission | None on MT4 except shares | From $2 per lot (Pro); $0 (Global) |
| Max leverage | – | 1:500 (Hantec Markets Limited, FSC Mauritius) |
| Platforms | City Index Web Trader (TradingView charts), MetaTrader 4, TradingView | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Hantec WebTrader, Hantec Mobile, Hantec Social |
| Retail accounts losing money | 68% | – |
Full reviews: City Index review · Hantec Markets review
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum deposit at City Index and Hantec Markets?
City Index: £100 minimum initial deposit for MT4 / new cards (UK). Hantec Markets: $10 (Hantec Global account).
Are City Index and Hantec Markets regulated?
City Index: FCA. Hantec Markets: FSC (Mauritius).
Which has tighter spreads, City Index or Hantec Markets?
Published spreads start from 0.5 pts on MT4; 0.8 pts on standard platform (UK) at City Index and 0.1 pips (Hantec Pro account) at Hantec Markets; commission: City Index None on MT4 except shares, Hantec Markets From $2 per lot (Pro); $0 (Global).
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