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IQCent vs Hantec Markets

IQCent or Hantec Markets – which is better for UK traders 2025? Compare IQCent and Hantec Markets in this detailed breakdown of their platforms, features and fees.

IQCent vs Hantec Markets Comparison Table 2025
IQCent	Hantec Markets

3.7	3.8
IQCent is ranked #2 among binary options brokers.	Hantec Markets is ranked #63 among CFD brokers.
Review	Review
IQCent, an offshore brokerage in the Marshall Islands, specialises in binary options and CFDs. The firm provides distinct account options offering bonuses, benefits, payout increases, TradeBacks, and complimentary rollovers. With over 175 assets, 24/7 trading, and 98% payouts, it attracts budding traders.	Hantec Markets, founded in Hong Kong in 1990, initially focused on the Chinese and Taiwanese markets. The broker rebranded in 2008, expanding into the UK, Australia, Japan, and other regions. By 2022, it had further strengthened its presence in Latin America. Today, Hantec operates as a multinational brokerage, with 18 offices across Europe and Asia.
Pros
IQCent has expanded its offerings by adding over 60 new assets. This includes popular cryptocurrencies like TON and SHIB, high-ranking stock CFDs such as TSLA and NVDA, and unique FX pairs like THB and HUF. The broker provides payouts of up to 98% on binary options, surpassing alternatives such as Pocket Option, which offers a maximum of 92%. The proprietary terminal features TradingView charts, providing numerous technical indicators and analyses for traders. IQCent is a rare binary options broker providing a copy trading service for passive traders. CFD trading fees are competitive, with major forex pairs like EUR/USD incurring costs from just 0.7 pips. The broker offers quick and dependable customer support around the clock, usually responding in under a minute during tests. New traders with a modest budget can start trading with a minimal stake of just $0.01. Enthusiastic traders may participate in competitions that offer cash prizes.	Hantec Markets, an established broker since 1990, is trusted and regulated by top-tier authorities like the FCA and ASIC. Hantec Markets provides eight different account base currencies, enabling traders worldwide to dodge conversion fees and ensuring a smooth trading experience. Trading Central offers a comprehensive platform for technical, fundamental, economic, sentiment, and news analysis. It aids traders in uncovering short-term opportunities efficiently. The barrier to starting trading is minimal, requiring only a $100 initial capital. Deposits are seamless, incur no fees, and are easily managed within the client portal. In certain regions, experienced traders can access high leverage of up to 1:1000, enhancing both gains and losses.
Cons
IQCent lags behind binary brokers such as Quotex due to its limited investment range of approximately 175 assets, including few stocks. The broker operates without oversight from a reputable regulator, which is typical for binary options companies. IQCent imposes a £10 monthly inactivity fee if a trader does not execute at least one trade each month. The market analysis provides only fundamental details, offering limited technical summaries and insights from analysts. Automated trading support is unavailable for algorithmic traders.	There is no specialised software designed for new traders, nor is there integration with the popular TradingView and cTrader platforms. Moreover, MT5 isn't accessible in some regions, such as the UK. Hantec Markets must enhance its investment options to compete with industry leaders like Blackbull Markets, particularly by expanding its range of currency pairs and commodities. Testing shows inconsistent support: though assistance is available 24/5, the live chat service often times out, rendering it unreliable for urgent trading matters. The educational resources, mainly long-form articles, require updating. Incorporating interactive features and videos would align them more closely with IG's training materials. Hantec Markets, while offering reliable order execution, does not allow scalping, diminishing its attractiveness relative to Pepperstone. The Razor account at Pepperstone is tailored specifically for traders using scalping techniques.
Awards
Best Binary Broker 2023 - DayTrading.com	Most Reliable Global Forex Broker - Global Forex Awards 2022 Best Forex Trading Experience (Latin America) - Global Forex Awards 2022 Most Trusted Forex Broker (Africa) - Global Forex Awards 2022 Best Value Broker (Asia) - Global Forex Awards 2022 Most Transparent Forex Broker (Middle East and Northern Africa) - Global Forex Awards 2022 Most Transparent Global Broker - Global Forex Awards 2021 Most Trusted Broker (Africa) - Global Forex Awards 2021
FCA Regulated
No List of FCA Regulated Brokers	Yes
Instruments
Binary Options, CFDs, Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto	Forex, CFDs, Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Cryptos
Bonus
20% to 200% Deposit Bonus
Demo Account
Yes	Yes
Minimum Deposit
$250	$100
Payment Methods
Credit Cards Debit Card Mastercard Visa Wire Transfer	Credit Cards Debit Card Mastercard Neteller Skrill Visa Wire Transfer
Minimum Trade
$0.01	0.01 Lots
Regulator
IFMRRC	FCA
Mobile Apps
iOS & Android	Yes
Trading App
IQCent provides mobile trading via major browsers with a user-friendly interface. The account navigation, asset browsing, and binary trading require just a few clicks. Easy access to the copy trading feature is a plus, as are the interactive charts you can pinch to zoom.	Hantec Markets lacks a unique trading app. Clients instead utilise MetaTrader 4 (MT4) and MetaTrader 5 (MT5) apps, compatible with Apple and Android, replicating the desktop features. Absence of a custom app might displease traders seeking integrated solutions, as no support exists for TradingView or cTrader.
iOS App Rating
4.3	4.8
Android App Rating
4.1	4.4
Margin Trading
Yes	Yes
MetaTrader 4
No	Yes
MetaTrader 5
No	Yes
cTrader
No	No
AlgoTrader
No	No
OmniTrader
No	No
TradingView
Yes	No
Autochartist
No	No
eSignal
No	No
Trading Central
No	Yes
STP Account
No	No
ECN Account
No	No
DMA Account
No	No
MAM Account
No	Yes
PAMM Account
No	No
LAMM Account
No	No
Demat Account
No	No
AI / Machine Learning
No	No
Robo Advisor
No	No
Negative Balance Protection
No	Yes
Market Maker
No	No
P2P Trading
No	No
Spot Trading
No	Yes
Auto Trading
No	Expert Advisors (EAs) on MetaTrader
Copy Trading
Yes	No
Copy Trading Platform
The broker's web platform includes a copy trading service, allowing users to follow and replicate trades from up to ten seasoned investors. Its standout feature is simplicity: choose an investment amount and click 'copy'. However, the selection of master traders is limited, and historical performance data is sparse, reducing reliability.
Social Trading
Yes	No
VPS Hosting
No	No
Tournaments
Yes	No
Demo Competitions
No	No
Ethical Investing
No	No
Custodial Account
No	No
Guaranteed Stop Loss
No	No
Inactivity Fee
$10	$0
Islamic Account
No	Yes
Account Currencies
USD EUR	USD EUR GBP CAD AUD CHF PLN AED
Commodities
Gold Copper Oil	Gold Oil Silver
CFD
CFDs cover forex, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. However, the 175+ instruments offered fall short compared to alternatives like Quotex, which offers over 400. Leverage reaches up to 1:500, though the $250 minimum deposit is relatively high versus competitors.	Traders can participate in CFD trading with a wide range of assets such as currencies, equities, commodities, precious metals like gold and silver, indices, and cryptocurrencies. In some regions, seasoned traders might benefit from leveraging opportunities as high as 1:1000. However, restrictions on scalping strategies may discourage experienced traders.
Leverage
1:500	1:30
FTSE Spread
1.4	1.0
GBPUSD Spread<
0.8	0.5
Oil Spread
0.05	0.05
Stocks Spread
N/A	Variable
Forex
IQCent traders can engage with CFDs or binary options on more than 55 forex pairs, including new exotic options like MXN and HUF from 2025. CFD spreads begin at 0.3 pips, with binary options yielding up to 95%, outperforming competitors like Pocket Option, which offers forex payouts of only up to 81%.	Hantec Markets provides over 30 forex pairs, which is fewer than leading firms like Pepperstone offering over 100. Despite this, execution speed is swift, and spreads start competitively at 0.2 pips. With MT4's 30+ technical indicators, it caters well to short-term traders seeking an efficient trading environment.
Assets
55+	300
GBPUSD Spread
0.8	0.5
EURUSD Spread
0.3	0.2
EURGBP Spread
0.8	0.7
Cryptocurrency
IQCent provides access to 17 cryptocurrency pairs via its own platform, featuring popular options like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin. With crypto CFDs, leverage is limited to 1:10. Payouts for binary options differ by token yet stay competitive, with some OTC assets offering payouts as high as 95%.	CFD trading encompasses a broad array of cryptocurrencies, from major players like Bitcoin and Ethereum to smaller tokens such as Polkadot. Trades can be executed against multiple global currencies, including USD, JPY, and MXN, as well as against precious metals like gold and silver. This sets Hantec apart from many other brokers, who typically only provide cryptocurrency pairs with the USD.
Spread
Variable	0.008 - 6.4 pips
Coins
BTC ETH LTC ETC DOGE MATIC QNT SOL XRP USDT XMR BNB	BTC BCH XRP LTC ETH
Crypto Lending
No	No
Crypto Mining
No	No
Crypto Staking
No	No
Auto Market Maker
No	No
Binary Options
IQCent provides binary options featuring exceptional payouts up to 98%. The platform, albeit with basic analysis tools, accommodates various timeframes ranging from 1 minute to 1 month, supporting both short and long-term trading strategies. However, it is worth noting that stock binaries are unavailable.
Payout
98%
Expiration Times
5 seconds - 1 month
Boundary Options
No	No
Ladder Options
No	No

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