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Choosing between HFM and Freedom Finance depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. HFM is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus, while Freedom Finance operates from Almaty, Kazakhstan. Freedom Finance has the longer track record, established in 2008, compared to HFM which was founded in 2010. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
HFM
Freedom Finance
| HFM | Freedom Finance | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.8/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $5 | $0 ✓ |
| Spread from | 0 pips | 0 pips |
| Max Leverage | 1:2000 ✓ | 1:5 |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC, FSCA | SEC, BaFin, CySEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
HFM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.8/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, HFM offers lower spreads (0 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowHFM
Freedom Finance
HFM
Freedom Finance
Lower feesHFM holds licences from FCA, CySEC, FSCA. Freedom Finance is regulated by SEC, BaFin, CySEC.
Both brokers offer access to Forex, Stocks markets. HFM additionally covers Cfd, Indices, Commodities. Freedom Finance adds Etf, Crypto.
HFM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Freedom Finance offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile. Both brokers are available on Proprietary Mobile.
HFM requires a minimum deposit of $5, while Freedom Finance sets no minimum deposit. This makes Freedom Finance accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores HFM at 3.78/5 and Freedom Finance at 3.34/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. HFM leads overall with a clear advantage.
HFM
3.8/5
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Freedom Finance
3.3/5
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HFM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. HFM holds a 3.8/5 rating vs Freedom Finance's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
HFM offers spreads from 0 pips, while Freedom Finance starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
HFM requires a minimum deposit of $5. Freedom Finance requires $0.
HFM is regulated by FCA, CySEC, FSCA, while Freedom Finance holds licences from SEC, BaFin, CySEC.
HFM supports MT4, MT5, Proprietary Mobile. Freedom Finance supports Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
Yes, you can hold accounts at multiple brokers simultaneously. Many traders diversify across platforms to access different markets and tools.
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