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HFM vs Octa
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.
Last updated: 4 October 2026 · Reviewed by BrokaBoy Research Team
| Field | HFM | Octa |
|---|---|---|
| BrokaBoy score | 9.7/10 | 7.3/10 |
| Trustpilot rating | Trustpilot 4.3 (2,948 reviews) | Trustpilot 3.7 (9,771 reviews) |
| Listed minimum deposit | $0 | $25 |
| Advertised spread from | 0.0 pips | 0.6 pips |
| Advertised maximum leverage | 1:2000 (entity dependent) | Up to 1:1000 (entity dependent) |
| Regulators | FCA, CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, CMA, FSA | CySEC, FSCA |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, HFM App, HFcopy | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, OctaTrader, Octa Copy |
| Instruments | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Stocks, Bonds, Crypto | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Crypto, Stocks |
| Account types | Cent, Micro, Premium, Zero Spread, Auto | OctaTrader, MT4, MT5, Demo, Islamic (swap-free) |
| Founded | 2010 | 2011 |
| Spread type | Variable; raw pricing on the Zero Spread account | Variable, floating spreads on all accounts |
| Commission | Around $6 per round-turn lot on Zero Spread; none on Micro and Premium | No commission; costs built into the spread |
| Overnight / swap | Swaps charged on positions held overnight; Islamic swap-free accounts available on request | Overnight swaps apply; swap-free (Islamic) accounts available |
| Withdrawals | HFM covers most withdrawal fees; third-party payment charges may apply | No broker-side withdrawal fee on most methods; payment providers may charge |
Key differences
- HFM has a lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $25).
- HFM has the higher BrokaBoy score (9.7/10 vs 7.3/10).
- Both brokers hold licences with CySEC, FSCA.
- Only HFM lists HFM App, HFcopy among its platforms.
- Only Octa lists OctaTrader, Octa Copy 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, HFM or Octa?+
HFM has the lower listed minimum deposit ($0 vs $25). Confirm current terms with each broker.
Are HFM and Octa regulated by the same authorities?+
They share CySEC, FSCA. HFM lists FCA, CySEC, DFSA, FSCA, CMA, FSA; Octa lists CySEC, FSCA in our catalogue.
Which has the higher BrokaBoy score?+
HFM scores 9.7/10 against 7.3/10. The score is calculated from advertised catalogue data and excludes Trustpilot ratings.
Do HFM and Octa support the same platforms?+
Both list MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5.
