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

Broker Name

HFM

HFM

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Tickmill

Tickmill

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Broker Overview

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

Market maker broker

Both market maker and STP broker

Years of Existence / Established Year

2010

2014

Customer Base / Number of Accounts

2500000 clients

134,000+ newly registered accounts, 75,000+ new active clients


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Regulation & Security

Regulations (governing bodies)

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

FSA, FCA, FSCA, CySEC,DFSA

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

ForexBrokers.com Annual Forex Broker Review 2024, Best Trading Spread Brokersview 2024, Rankia Argentina 2024, Best Spreads for Gold Trading FX Empire 2024, Best Spreads in the UK FX Empire 2024, Finance Magnates Africa Summit 2023

Security Measures

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

FSCS, ICF

SSL Encryption / 2FA

Yes

Yes

Segregated Funds

Yes

Yes

Negative Balance Protection

Yes

Yes


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Trading Instruments/Products Offered

Assets Types / Trading Instruments (total count and breakdown)

Over 500 markets including energies

500+ stocks and ETFs

Currency Pairs

Yes

Yes

Commodities

Yes

Yes

Indices

Yes

Yes

Cryptocurrencies

Yes

Yes

CFDs

Yes

Yes

ETFs

Yes

Yes

Stocks

Yes

Yes

Options

No

Yes

Futures

No

Yes

Bonds

Yes

Yes

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

No


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Trading Platforms & Technology

Trading Platform Availability

Yes

Yes

MT4

Yes

Yes

MT5

Yes

Yes

cTrader

No

No

Social Trading

Yes

Yes

Copy Trading

Yes

Yes

Other Trading Platforms (proprietary, etc.)

HFM Platform, Web trading, Mobile trading

Tick mill trader app

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

Classic, Raw, Tickmill trader raw account for Forex and CFDs

Demo Account (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Islamic Accounts (Yes/No)

Yes

Yes

Minimum Deposit

$0

$100

Leverage Available

1:1000- 1:2000

1:1 to 1:1000

Trade Limit (maximum per trade)

60/ 200 Standard lots per position depends on account types

100 lots

Commission (per account type)

$0

Tickmill trader raw account- $3.50 per lot per side, Raw account- $3 per lot per side, Classic account -$0

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

Beginners to experienced traders

Beginner to experienced traders


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Deposit & Withdrawal Options

Deposit Methods

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

Bank transfer, Crypto payments, Visa/ Mastercard, Union pay, e-wallets

Withdrawal Methods

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

Bank transfer, Crypto payments, Visa/ Mastercard, Union pay, e-wallets

Other E-Wallets Supported

FasaPay, Neteller

Skrill, Neteller, Stic Pay, FasaPay, Web money


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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, eBooks and Guides, Video Tutorials, Tickmill Analytics Market Insights


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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

Spread classic account- 1.6 pips, Raw account - 0.0pips

Spread (typical, fixed, variable)

Variable

Variable

Per Lot Fees

NA

$3

Options Contract Fees

NA

NA

Futures Contract Fees

NA

$0.85

Markup Fees on Spread

$0

NA

Guaranteed Stop Loss Fees

NA

NA

Maximum Leverage

34:20:00

1:1000


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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

Yes

Statement or Document Fee

NA

NA

Account Opening Fee

$0

NA

Account Maintenance Fee

$0

$0

Deposit Fee

$0

$0

Currency Conversion Fee

$0

NA

Withdrawal Fee

$0

$0


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Bonuses, Promotions & Benefits

Bonuses, Promotions, and Referrals

Yes

Yes

Customer Benefits (e.g., Retirement Plan)

No

Yes


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Trading Hours

Trading Hours (for each asset class if applicable)

Varies by instrument

Monday from 00:02 until 24:00, from Tuesday 00:00 to Thursday 24:00 and on Friday from 00:00 until 23:58


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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

Client Support phone : +852 5808 7849, Email: [email protected], Live chat

Support Languages

27+

15+


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Additional Information

Headquarters Location

financial hub of Limassol, Cyprus

3rd Floor, 27 - 32 Old Jewry Tickmill London, Greater London EC2R 8DQ GB.

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.
HFM stands out for its zero-commission trading model, appealing to cost-conscious investors. In contrast, Tickmill offers more comprehensive services with slightly higher fees, especially for advanced tools and asset classes.
The account creation flow at HFM is modern and app-driven, making it seamless for new users. Tickmill, however, leans toward traditional processes with forms and verifications that take more time.
Traders who value simplicity and execution speed may prefer HFM platform. Meanwhile, Tickmill offers more flexibility through tools like advanced order types and multi-screen support.
HFM stands out for active traders with robust tools, while Tickmill suits investors seeking simplicity and ease of use.