Dukascopy vs Hantec Markets 2026
By Akash · Facts from the brokers’ own sites, sources linked on each review
Dukascopy has the higher TFB Score (67/100 vs 58/100).
Dukascopy Bank SA is a Swiss bank founded in Geneva in 2004 and regulated by FINMA as a bank and securities firm, with an EU arm Dukascopy Europe IBS AS in Riga, offering JForex 4 and MetaTrader 4 with volume-based commissions.
75.14% of retail CFD accounts lose money with this provider.
Hantec Markets Limited is authorised by the Financial Services Commission of Mauritius (licence C114013940) and offers MT4, MT5 and its own web and mobile platforms.
Side by side
| Item | Dukascopy | Hantec Markets |
|---|---|---|
| TFB Score | 67/100▲ | 58/100 |
| Regulation & safety | 25/35▲1 tier-1 regulator (FINMA), client money kept apart | 11/35Strongest licence FSC Mauritius (tier 3) |
| Fees & costs | 13/25Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published | 16/25▲Spreads from 0.1 pips; commission not published |
| Deposits & withdrawals | 16/20Minimum deposit $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account), 6 deposit methods, 5 withdrawal methods | 16/20Minimum deposit $10 (Hantec Global account), 2 deposit methods, 2 withdrawal methods |
| Platforms & trading | 13/20MT4; leverage up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | 15/20▲MT4, MT5; leverage up to 1:500 (Hantec Markets Limited, FSC Mauritius) |
| Trader Score | No trader scores yet | No trader scores yet |
| Regulators | FINMA | FSC (Mauritius) |
| Minimum deposit | $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account) | $10 (Hantec Global account) |
| Spreads from | 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) | 0.1 pips (Hantec Global and Hantec Pro, floating) |
| Commission | USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume) | From $2 per lot (Pro; Global from $0.00) |
| Max leverage | Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA) | 1:500 (Hantec Markets Limited, FSC Mauritius) |
| Platforms | ||
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transfers, Payment cards, Skrill, Neteller, Bitcoins, Ether, Tether | Bank / wire transfer, Cards |
| Retail accounts losing money | 75.14% | Not published |
Facts from each broker's own website and the regulators' registers. Full sources are on each review: Dukascopy review · Hantec Markets review.
Frequently asked questions
Short answers, from the facts shown on this page.
Is Dukascopy or Hantec Markets better?
Dukascopy has the higher TFB Score (67/100 vs 58/100). The best choice depends on your country, platform and payment method.
Are Dukascopy and Hantec Markets regulated?
Dukascopy: FINMA. Hantec Markets: FSC (Mauritius). Every licence is linked to the regulator's register on each review.
Which is safer, Dukascopy or Hantec Markets?
Dukascopy holds 1 tier-1 licence (FINMA); Hantec Markets holds none. Tier-1 regulators have the strictest rules on client money. Your protection depends on which company opens your account.
What is the minimum deposit at Dukascopy and Hantec Markets?
Dukascopy: $100 (Dukascopy Bank SA forex account). Hantec Markets: $10 (Hantec Global account). Hantec Markets asks for less to start.
Which has tighter spreads, Dukascopy or Hantec Markets?
Published spreads start from 0.1 pips (variable, SWFX marketplace) at Dukascopy and 0.1 pips (Hantec Global and Hantec Pro, floating) at Hantec Markets; commission: Dukascopy USD 35 per USD 1 million traded on currency pairs (volume commission per opening or closing trade; lower with higher deposits or volume), Hantec Markets From $2 per lot (Pro; Global from $0.00).
Do Dukascopy and Hantec Markets offer MetaTrader and TradingView?
Both offer MetaTrader 4. Dukascopy: JForex 4, MetaTrader 4. Hantec Markets: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, Hantec WebTrader, Hantec Mobile, Hantec Social.
What is the maximum leverage at Dukascopy and Hantec Markets?
Dukascopy: Up to 1:200 on business days (1:60 at weekends; Dukascopy Bank SA). Hantec Markets: 1:500 (Hantec Markets Limited, FSC Mauritius). Leverage depends on the company that opens your account and on your country.
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Forex trading at these brokers is done through CFDs (contracts for difference): you trade on the price moving up or down, without owning the currency itself.Risk warning: CFDs are complex instruments and come with a high risk of losing money rapidly due to leverage. You should consider whether you can afford to take the high risk of losing your money. Read the full risk warning