FBSFrom 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account
- Published fee
- From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account
- Minimum deposit
- 5 $
- Spread figure
- EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $6.00 per lot
Broker comparison
FBS vs.
HFM
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonFBS
HFMVS
Summary
Your goal decides.
HFM has a higher rating of 4/5 compared to FBS (3.8/5). HFM offers 8 instrument types, while FBS offers 6. The minimum deposit is lower at HFM with 0 $. FBS has been in the market since 2009, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, FBS offers EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $6.00 per lot, while HFM offers EUR/USD from 1.2 pip (Premium), 0.0 pip (Zero) + $6.00 per lot.
FBSGlobal broker with low entry and copy trading
HFMMulti-regulated broker with premium account types and HFcopy
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | FBS | HFM |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, FBS Trader App | MT4, MT5, HFM App |
| Product types | Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs, Energies | Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account | From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero) |
| Minimum deposit | 5 $ | 0 $ |
| Regulation | CySEC/ASIC/FSC | CySEC/FCA/FSCA |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
FBS
MT4, MT5, FBS Trader App
HFM
MT4, MT5, HFM App
Product types
FBS
Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs, Energies
HFM
Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options trading
FBS
No
HFM
No
Fee model
FBS
From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account
HFM
From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero)
Minimum deposit
FBS
5 $
HFM
0 $
Regulation
FBS
CySEC/ASIC/FSC
HFM
CySEC/FCA/FSCA
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
FBSHFMFrom 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero)
- Published fee
- From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 $
- Inactivity
- $5/month after 6 months of inactivity
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
FBSCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationHFMCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
FBSForexMetalsIndicesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDsEnergies
HFMForexMetalsIndicesStocks CFDsCommoditiesBonds CFDsETFs CFDsCrypto CFDs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
FBSMT4 · MT5 · FBS Trader App
FBS provides MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 as proven trading platforms supporting Expert Advisors and comprehensive technical analysis. The proprietary FBS Trader App offers a simplified, mobile trading experience with integrated copy trading. MetaTrader 4 is particularly popular among Forex traders, while MetaTrader 5 offers expanded features for multi-asset trading.
Explore platformHFMMT4 · MT5 · HFM App
HFM offers MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 as proven trading platforms with full EA support, advanced charting tools, and automated trading. The HFM App enables mobile trading with full functionality. The HFcopy platform is specifically designed for social and copy trading, enabling automatic copying of strategy providers. All platforms provide access to over 1,000 instruments.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
FBSGlobal broker with low entry and copy trading
- Very low minimum deposit ($5)
- Copy trading available
- Various account types
- Headquartered in Belize
- Limited product selection
HFMMulti-regulated broker with premium account types and HFcopy
- No minimum deposit
- HFcopy copy trading platform
- Various account types
- Spreads higher on Standard account
- Headquartered in St. Vincent
Find the broker that fits
FBS oder HFM?
Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.
VS
- Fees
- Platform
- Regulation
- Matching lessons
Two brokers. Many options. Your call.
In-depth analysis
Accounts and spreads: Both are forex/CFD brokers with MT4, MT5 and their own app plus copy trading. Core costs are similar: FBS trades EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard) or 0.0 pip (ECN) plus $6.00 per lot; HFM from 1.2 pip (Premium) or 0.0 pip (Zero) plus $6.00 per lot. Trading via a Zero/ECN account, you pay the same $6/lot commission at both; on the Standard/Premium account FBS at 0.5 pip is tighter than HFM's 1.2 pip.
Entry and products: FBS requires a very low $5 minimum deposit, while HFM requires no minimum deposit at all ($0). On the offering, HFM is broader: over 1,000 instruments including forex, metals, indices, stock CFDs, commodities, bond CFDs, ETF CFDs and crypto CFDs, whereas FBS is limited to forex, metals, indices, stock CFDs, crypto CFDs and energies. Neither offers options.
Regulation and verdict: HFM is CySEC-, FCA- and FSCA-regulated (headquartered in St. Vincent, founded 2010, rated 4.0/5); FBS is CySEC-, ASIC- and FSC-regulated (headquartered in Belize, founded 2009, 3.8/5). For safety-conscious traders, HFM's additional FCA license is a plus, as is the broader instrument range. FBS stays attractive for beginners on a very small budget thanks to the $5 deposit and tighter Standard spreads.
Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between FBS and HFM?
FBS: From 0.7 pips (Standard), commission on ECN account. HFM: From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: FBS or HFM?
FBS offers Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs, Energies. HFM offers Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are FBS and HFM regulated?
The broker profiles list CySEC/ASIC/FSC for FBS and CySEC/FCA/FSCA for HFM. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is FBS or HFM better for beginners?
FBS lists a 5 $ minimum deposit and offers MT4, MT5, FBS Trader App. HFM lists 0 $ and offers MT4, MT5, HFM App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
FBS vs HFM: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between FBS (3.8/5, 600 reviews) and HFM (4/5, 950 reviews) depends on your needs. FBS: Global broker with low entry and copy trading. HFM: Multi-regulated broker with premium account types and HFcopy.
How do spreads compare between FBS and HFM?
FBS offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.5 pip (Standard), 0.0 pip (ECN) + $6.00 per lot. HFM offers EUR/USD from 1.2 pip (Premium), 0.0 pip (Zero) + $6.00 per lot. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Do FBS or HFM charge an inactivity fee?
FBS: no inactivity fee. HFM: $5/month after 6 months of inactivity.
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