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Choosing between HYCM and Gemini depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. HYCM is headquartered in London, UK, while Gemini operates from New York, USA. HYCM has the longer track record, established in 1977, compared to Gemini which was founded in 2014. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
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HYCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, HYCM offers lower spreads (0.2 pips).
See full side-by-side comparison belowOverall Rating
HYCM
3.4 vs 3.3
Lowest Fees
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0.2 vs 0.5 pips
Regulation
HYCM
3 vs 2 licences
Min. Deposit
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$100 vs $0
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Lower feesGemini
HYCM holds licences from FCA, CySEC, DFSA. Gemini is regulated by CFTC, FCA.
HYCM additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Stocks, Indices, Commodities. Gemini adds Crypto.
On spreads, HYCM is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.2 pips, compared to 0.5 pips at Gemini.
HYCM supports MT4, MT5. Gemini offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
HYCM requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Gemini sets no minimum deposit. This makes Gemini accessible to traders with any budget.
BrokerRank scores HYCM at 3.43/5 and Gemini at 3.32/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. HYCM leads overall with a clear advantage.
HYCM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. HYCM holds a 3.4/5 rating vs Gemini's 3.3/5. The best choice ultimately depends on your trading style — see our full verdict above for a detailed breakdown.
HYCM offers spreads from 0.2 pips, while Gemini starts at 0.5 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
HYCM requires a minimum deposit of $100. Gemini requires $0.
HYCM is regulated by FCA, CySEC, DFSA, while Gemini holds licences from CFTC, FCA.
HYCM supports MT4, MT5. Gemini 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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