Forex.comFrom 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)
- Published fee
- From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)
- Minimum deposit
- 100 $
- Inactivity
- $15/month after 12 months of inactivity
Broker comparison
Forex.com vs.
HFM
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
See comparisonForex.com
HFMVS
Summary
Your goal decides.
Forex.com has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to HFM (4/5). HFM offers 8 instrument types, while Forex.com offers 5. The minimum deposit is lower at HFM with 0 $. Forex.com has been in the market since 2001, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Forex.com offers EUR/USD from 0.8 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (RAW) + $5.00 per lot, while HFM offers EUR/USD from 1.2 pip (Premium), 0.0 pip (Zero) + $6.00 per lot.
Forex.comEstablished US forex broker with global reach
HFMMulti-regulated broker with premium account types and HFcopy
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Forex.com | HFM |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView | MT4, MT5, HFM App |
| Product types | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs | Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard) | From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero) |
| Minimum deposit | 100 $ | 0 $ |
| Regulation | FCA/NFA/ASIC | CySEC/FCA/FSCA |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Forex.com
Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView
HFM
MT4, MT5, HFM App
Product types
Forex.com
Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs
HFM
Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs
Options trading
Forex.com
No
HFM
No
Fee model
Forex.com
From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard)
HFM
From 1.2 pips (Premium), from 0.0 pips + commission (Zero)
Minimum deposit
Forex.com
100 $
HFM
0 $
Regulation
Forex.com
FCA/NFA/ASIC
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.
Forex.comHFMFrom 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.
Forex.comCheck 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
Forex.comForexIndicesCommoditiesStocks CFDsCrypto CFDs
HFMForexMetalsIndicesStocks CFDsCommoditiesBonds CFDsETFs CFDsCrypto CFDs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
Forex.comForex.com Web · Forex.com App · MT4 · MT5 · TradingView
Forex.com offers its own powerful web platform and app with advanced charting tools and integrated analyses. MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 are available for classic Forex trading with EA support. The TradingView integration enables trading directly from the popular charting software. The proprietary platform provides performance analytics, Trading Central signals, and a comprehensive research center.
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?
Forex.comEstablished US forex broker with global reach
- Over 20 years of experience
- NFA-regulated (US broker)
- TradingView integration
- No real stocks
- Inactivity fee after 12 months
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
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Forex.com oder HFM?
Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.
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- Fees
- Platform
- Regulation
- Matching lessons
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Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between Forex.com and HFM?
Forex.com: From 0.2 pips (Commission), from 0.8 pips (Standard). 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: Forex.com or HFM?
Forex.com offers Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks CFDs, Crypto CFDs. HFM offers Forex, Metals, Indices, Stocks CFDs, Commodities, Bonds CFDs, ETFs CFDs, Crypto CFDs.
How are Forex.com and HFM regulated?
The broker profiles list FCA/NFA/ASIC for Forex.com and CySEC/FCA/FSCA for HFM. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Forex.com or HFM better for beginners?
Forex.com lists a 100 $ minimum deposit and offers Forex.com Web, Forex.com App, MT4, MT5, TradingView. HFM lists 0 $ and offers MT4, MT5, HFM App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Forex.com vs HFM: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Forex.com (4.2/5, 1300 reviews) and HFM (4/5, 950 reviews) depends on your needs. Forex.com: Established US forex broker with global reach. HFM: Multi-regulated broker with premium account types and HFcopy.
How do spreads compare between Forex.com and HFM?
Forex.com offers typical spreads of EUR/USD from 0.8 pip (Standard), 0.2 pip (RAW) + $5.00 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 Forex.com or HFM charge an inactivity fee?
Forex.com: $15/month after 12 months of inactivity. HFM: $5/month after 6 months of inactivity.
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