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BDSwiss vs HFM
A field-by-field comparison based on the current BrokaBoy catalogue. Check current pricing and the regulated entity on each broker's website before deciding.
Some figures on this page are taken from broker-published information and have not yet been checked against current terms. Confirm details on the broker's website.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | BDSwiss | HFM |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 6.1/10 | 9.7/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 2.0 (2,836 reviews) | Trustpilot 4.3 (2,948 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $10 | $0 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.3 pips | 0.0 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | Up to 1:2000 (entity dependent) | 1:2000 (entity dependent) |
| Regulators | FSA, FSCM | FCA, CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, CMA, FSA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, BDSwiss WebTrader, BDSwiss App | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, HFM App, HFcopy |
| Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Bonds, Crypto |
| Account types | Classic, VIP, Zero Spread, Raw | Cent, Micro, Premium, Zero Spread, Auto |
| Founded | 2012 | 2010 |
| Spread type | Variable; tighter on VIP, Zero Spread and Raw tiers | Variable; raw pricing on the Zero Spread account |
| Commission | Around $5 per round-turn lot on Raw and Zero Spread tiers | Around $6 per round-turn lot on Zero Spread; none on Micro and Premium |
| Overnight / swap | Swaps charged overnight; swap-free options are region dependent | Swaps charged on positions held overnight; Islamic swap-free accounts available on request |
| Withdrawals | Free withdrawals above a minimum amount on most methods; inactivity fee applies to dormant accounts | HFM covers most withdrawal fees; third-party payment charges may apply |
Key differences
- HFM has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $10).
- HFM has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.7/10 vs 6.1/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with FSA.
- Only BDSwiss lists BDSwiss WebTrader, BDSwiss App among its platforms.
- Only HFM lists HFM App, HFcopy among its platforms.
- Only HFM lists Bonds among its instruments.
Which should you choose?
- Choose HFM if a lower listed opening deposit is your priority.
- Choose HFM if access to Bonds is essential, and confirm it is available under your entity.
- Choose the broker whose regulated entity covers your country and provides the protections you need; confirm this on the regulator's register.
Frequently asked questions
Which has the lower minimum deposit, BDSwiss or HFM?+
HFM has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $10). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are BDSwiss and HFM regulated by the same authorities?+
They share FSA. BDSwiss lists FSA, FSCM; HFM lists FCA, CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, CMA, FSA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
HFM scores 9.7/10 against 6.1/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do BDSwiss and HFM support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
