HFM
CFD / Forex BrokerFounded 2010Larnaca, Cyprus
Reviewed September 5, 2026
HFM is a solid MetaTrader-first broker for retail Forex and CFD traders who want multiple account types, copy trading, useful MetaTrader plugins and broad international coverage. Its MT4 and MT5 environment is the core attraction, with FX Blue Premium Trader tools, Autochartist, VPS support and a proprietary copy trading service adding value for active users.
Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
- Multi-entity and multi-regulator broker
- Strong MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 offering
- Integrated copy trading platform
- Minimum deposit from $0 on selected accounts
- Islamic swap-free accounts available
Limitations
- EUR/USD pricing on the Pro account is not among the cheapest
- No cTrader platform
- No TradingView platform
- Business terms restrict certain scalping and arbitrage strategies
Category Scores
Broker Overview
HFM (HF Markets) is a multi-entity CFD and Forex broker founded in 2010, offering MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 as its core trading platforms alongside a proprietary mobile trading app and integrated copy trading. The broker provides around 344 tradeable symbols through the broadest jurisdictional MT5 offering reviewed, including Forex, Gold, other commodities, indices, stock CFDs, ETFs, bonds and cryptocurrencies.
Markets
Available Regions
Regulation & Safety
HFM operates through multiple entities and maintains regulatory coverage across several jurisdictions. Its regulatory network includes Tier-1 authorities such as the FCA and EU regulatory oversight through MiFID-related arrangements, alongside regional regulators serving clients in markets such as South Africa and Kenya.
Regulators
- Name
- FCA
- Status
- Yes
- Tier
- top
- Name
- CySEC
- Status
- Yes
- Tier
- standard
- Name
- FSCA
- Status
- Yes
- Tier
- standard
- Name
- CMA Kenya
- Status
- Yes
- Tier
- standard
Trading Costs
HFM provides several pricing structures, from the zero-minimum-deposit Premium account to commission-based Zero pricing designed for more active traders. The Pro account produced an average EUR/USD spread of approximately 1.8 pips in testing, which is competitive enough for mainstream traders but not among the cheapest available.
Platforms & Technology
HFM is primarily a MetaTrader broker. MT4 and MT5 are available across desktop, web and mobile, and the broker enhances them with the FX Blue-powered Premium Trader suite, Autochartist and other plugins.
Platforms
Features
- FX Blue Premium Trader plugin suite
- Autochartist
- VPS support
- Expert Advisors
- One-click trading
Availability
Asset Coverage
HFM provides a reasonable multi-asset CFD range, with approximately 344 tradeable symbols on the broadest MT5 offering reviewed. The catalog includes 38 Forex pairs, stock CFDs, indices, commodities, ETFs, cryptocurrencies and bonds.
Available assets
Trading Conditions & Tools
Trading conditions
- Overview
- HFM offers multiple account structures that accommodate different trading approaches, from small-account Cent trading to commission-based Zero pricing. MT4 and MT5 support Expert Advisors, Strategy Tester workflows and automated trading.
- Execution
- Suitable For
- Day tradersSwing tradersAlgorithmic tradersCopy tradersPosition traders
Tools & resources
- Overview
- HFM has a useful supporting ecosystem around MetaTrader. Traders receive access to FX Blue Premium Trader tools, Autochartist, Advanced Insights, an FxStreet-powered economic calendar and news feed, client sentiment information, signals and an integrated copy trading platform.
- Tools
- FX Blue Premium Trader toolsAutochartist and Advanced InsightsFxStreet news and economic calendarIntegrated copy tradingClient sentiment and trading signals
Support & Account Opening
Customer support
- Overview
- HFM maintains a large international support infrastructure and provides multilingual assistance across the regions in which its entities operate. Its global partner network and client-facing services are built to serve a broad retail audience.
- Channels
- Live chatEmailPhone
Account opening
- Overview
- HFM offers accessible digital account opening across multiple account types, with a minimum deposit as low as $0 on the Premium account and demo accounts available to test the platform before funding a live account.
- Process
- RegistrationIdentity verificationDocument submissionAccount approvalFunding
User Experience
HFM offers a straightforward user experience centered around familiar MetaTrader platforms and a modern proprietary mobile application. The range of account types gives traders flexibility, while the client portal integrates account management, funding, copy trading and educational resources.
Trader Compatibility
Who It's For
Best for
- Forex traders
- Gold traders
- Beginner traders
- Copy traders
- Islamic traders
Not recommended for
- Aggressive scalpers seeking the lowest possible costs
- Traders who need cTrader
- Options and futures traders
Final Review
Overall, TraderZone rates HFM at 8.1/10. It is a good all-round MetaTrader broker for Forex, Gold, beginners and copy traders, particularly in regions where HFM has a strong international retail presence.
Trading carries risk. Review the broker’s current terms directly before opening an account. This page is informational and not financial advice.