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Choosing between HYCM and Sarwa depends on your trading style, preferred markets, and budget. HYCM is headquartered in London, UK, while Sarwa operates from Dubai, UAE. HYCM has the longer track record, established in 1977, compared to Sarwa which was founded in 2017. This in-depth comparison covers regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and overall ratings to help you decide which broker is the better fit in 2026.
HYCM
Sarwa
| HYCM | Sarwa | |
|---|---|---|
| BrokerRank Score | 3.4/5 ✓ | 3.3/5 |
| Min. Deposit | $100 ✓ | $500 |
| Spread from | 0.2 pips | 0 pips ✓ |
| Max Leverage | 1:500 ✓ | 1:1 |
| Regulation | FCA, CySEC, DFSA ✓ | DFSA, SEC |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5 | Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile |
HYCM is the better choice overall, scoring 3.4/5 vs 3.3/5 on BrokerRank's independent rating. On fees, Sarwa offers lower spreads (0 pips).
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Lower feesHYCM holds licences from FCA, CySEC, DFSA. Sarwa is regulated by SEC, DFSA.
Both brokers offer access to Stocks markets. HYCM additionally covers Forex, Cfd, Indices, Commodities. Sarwa adds Etf, Crypto.
On spreads, Sarwa is more competitive with EUR/USD spreads from 0.0 pips, compared to 0.2 pips at HYCM.
HYCM supports MT4, MT5. Sarwa offers Proprietary Web, Proprietary Mobile.
HYCM requires a minimum deposit of $100, while Sarwa sets a minimum deposit of $500. Both are suitable for traders with moderate starting capital.
BrokerRank scores HYCM at 3.43/5 and Sarwa at 3.34/5, based on 50+ data points covering regulation, fees, platforms, markets, and user experience. HYCM leads overall with a clear advantage.
HYCM
3.4/5
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Sarwa
3.3/5
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HYCM scores higher overall on our independent rating system. HYCM holds a 3.4/5 rating vs Sarwa'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 Sarwa starts at 0 pips. Check the fees section above for a full breakdown.
HYCM requires a minimum deposit of $100. Sarwa requires $500.
HYCM is regulated by FCA, CySEC, DFSA, while Sarwa holds licences from DFSA, SEC.
HYCM supports MT4, MT5. Sarwa 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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