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HFM vs Fusion Markets : Fees, Safety & Trading Conditions Compared (2026)

Broker Name

HFM

HFM

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Fusion Markets

Fusion Markets

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Broker Overview

Broker Type (e.g., Market Maker, ECN/STP)

Market maker broker

ECN broker

Years of Existence / Established Year

2010

2017

Customer Base / Number of Accounts

2500000 clients

No information


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Regulation & Security

Regulations (governing bodies)

FSC, CySEC, DFSA, FCA, ISA, FSCA, MAS, CMA, FMA

ASIC, VFSC, and FSA

Awards Won (count for the last 2 years)

Best Global Affliiate Programs 2024, Best Trading Accounts Global, Best Stock Broker 2023, Best Trading Platform Broker

Best MetaTrader Broker, Lowest Spread Forex Broker, Lowest Commission Forex Broker in 2023, 2024

Security Measures

Civil Liability insurance program with a limit of €5,000,000

No

SSL Encryption / 2FA

Yes

Yes

Segregated Funds

Yes

Yes

Negative Balance Protection

Yes

Yes* Restriction for some regions


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Trading Instruments/Products Offered

Assets Types / Trading Instruments (total count and breakdown)

Over 500 markets including energies

12+ metals including energies, US shares CFDs

Currency Pairs

Yes

Yes

Commodities

Yes

Yes

Indices

Yes

Yes

Cryptocurrencies

Yes

Yes

CFDs

Yes

Yes

ETFs

Yes

No

Stocks

Yes

No

Options

No

No

Futures

No

No

Bonds

Yes

No

Mutual Funds

No

No

Fractional Shares

No

No

Exchange Traded Notes (ETNs)

No

No

Precious Metals

Yes

Yes

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

No

No

Equities

No

Yes


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Trading Platforms & Technology

Trading Platform Availability

Yes

Yes

MT4

Yes

Yes

MT5

Yes

Yes

cTrader

No

Yes

Social Trading

Yes

No

Copy Trading

Yes

Yes

Other Trading Platforms (proprietary, etc.)

HFM Platform, Web trading, Mobile trading

No

Platform Compatibility (Windows, Mac, iOS, Android)

Yes

Yes


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Account Types & Conditions

Account Types (Retail, Pro, VIP, etc.)

Cent, Zero, Pro , Premium, Corporate, Joint account

Zero, Classic, Swap free accounts

Demo Account (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Islamic Accounts (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Minimum Deposit

$0

$0

Leverage Available

1:1000- 1:2000

10:1- 500:1

Trade Limit (maximum per trade)

60/ 200 Standard lots per position depends on account types

50,000,000 USD

Commission (per account type)

$0

Zero account- $4.5, Classic account -$0

Best Suited For (e.g., beginners, experienced traders)

Beginners to experienced traders

Beginners and active traders


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Deposit & Withdrawal Options

Deposit Methods

Bank Transfers, Wire transfers, Credit/Debit cards,Crypto, e-Wallets

Dragon pay, Wire Transfer, SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area), Transferwise, Visa, MasterCard, Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin payments , Ethereum payments, e-wallets

Withdrawal Methods

Bank Transfers, Wire transfers, Credit/Debit cards,Crypto, e-Wallets

Dragon pay, Wire Transfer, SEPA (Single Euro Payments Area), Transferwise, Visa, MasterCard, Credit card, Debit card, Bitcoin payments , Ethereum payments, e-wallets

Other E-Wallets Supported

FasaPay, Neteller

Skrill, Neteller, PayPal, Sticpay, FasaPay, Perfect Money, JetonCash, AstroPay, PayID, Doku Wallet


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Tools & Educational Resources

Economic Calendar

Yes

Yes

Tools & Educational Resources (tutorials, webinars, market news, etc.)

Webinars, eBooks and Guides, Video Tutorials

Trading Education, Market Analysis, Webinars, Video Tutorials, Trading Guides and eBooks, Market Insights and News


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Fees & Commissions

Trading-Related Fees

Spread: starts from 0.0- 1.2 pips, commissions: $0.03 per 1k lot, Commission for Forex: $0.03 - $3, gold: $7- $14

Commission- $2.25 per side, Spread starts from 0.0 pips

Spread (typical, fixed, variable)

Variable

Fixed and variable spreads

Per Lot Fees

NA

$4.50

Options Contract Fees

NA

NA

Futures Contract Fees

NA

NA

Markup Fees on Spread

$0

0.0 pip

Guaranteed Stop Loss Fees

NA

NA

Maximum Leverage

34:20:00

500:1


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Non-Trading Fees

Dormant Fees

$10 inactive for 90 days

$0

Subscription Fees (for premium features, data feeds)

$0

NA

Advisory Fees

NA

NA

Swap Fees (Overnight Financing)

$0

$0

Statement or Document Fee

NA

NA

Account Opening Fee

$0

$0

Account Maintenance Fee

$0

NA

Deposit Fee

$0

$0

Currency Conversion Fee

$0

$0

Withdrawal Fee

$0

International wire transfers $20 to $30.


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Bonuses, Promotions & Benefits

Bonuses, Promotions, and Referrals

Yes

Yes

Customer Benefits (e.g., Retirement Plan)

No

No


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Trading Hours

Trading Hours (for each asset class if applicable)

Varies by instrument

Varies by product


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Customer Support

Support Hours (e.g., 24/7, weekdays only)

24/5

24/7

Customer Support Methods (phone, email, live chat)

Live support: Available 24/5, Email : [email protected], Phone: +44-203 097 85 71

E-mail: [email protected], Phone: +61 3 8376 2706, Live chat

Support Languages

27+

12+


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Additional Information

Headquarters Location

financial hub of Limassol, Cyprus

Govant Building,BP 1276 Port Vila,Vanuatu.

Complaints (for crypto brokers)

No

No


At TradingCritique, we don't just list brokers. We test, compare, and simplify your decision-making. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, our data-driven comparisons are built to match your trading style and region. Learn how we Evaluate a broker.
While HFM maintains low trading fees with no minimum deposit, Fusion Markets includes some charges for premium features and certain asset trades, making HFM the better option for budget-focused traders.
Creating an account with HFM is generally faster and more user-friendly, often taking just a few minutes, while Fusion Markets requires more detailed steps and identity verification, which may suit more cautious investors.
New traders may find HFM interface more welcoming, while Fusion Markets appeals to experienced users looking for tools like heatmaps, screeners, and market sentiment overlays.
For market veterans, HFM brings the tools they need. New investors might find Fusion Markets more approachable and cost-effective.