Head-to-head broker comparison

HFM vs STARTRADER

A side-by-side look at HFM and STARTRADERusing the data we hold on each — score, regulators, platforms, minimum deposit, spreads and leverage. Blank fields mean we have nothing verified on record, not a “no”.

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HFM

Score 7.74

Multi-jurisdiction regulated broker trusted across global markets

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STARTRADER

Score 9.19

Low-spread ECN execution from 0.0 pips on institutional-grade infrastructure

HFM vs STARTRADER: the short verdict

STARTRADER carries the higher overall score of the two — 9.19 against HFM's 7.74. HFM lists more regulators than STARTRADER (6 to 5), including CMA, DFSA and FCA. HFM sets no minimum deposit, where STARTRADER asks for 50$. Both run on MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. HFM additionally lists Proprietary platform. HFM is the longer-established of the two, trading since 2010 against 2013 for STARTRADER.

Side-by-side comparison

HFM compared with STARTRADER
FeatureHFMSTARTRADER
Min Deposit$050$
Raw SpreadUndisclosed0.0 pips
Max LeverageVaries by jurisdiction and account typeVaries by jurisdiction and account type
RegulationsCMA, DFSA, FCA, +3 othersASIC, FSA, FSC Mauritius, +2 others
PlatformsMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, +1 othersMetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5
Islamic AccNoNo
Copy TradingNoNo
Overall rating7.749.19

This comparison is an independent directory listing, not financial advice or a recommendation. Trading forex and CFDs carries a significant risk of loss. Always verify a broker's regulatory status with the official authority before depositing.

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