Updated September 29, 2026 · BrokerCue Editorial Team
Hfm Partners vs Plus500
Hfm Partners vs Plus500: the differences
| Compare |  Hfm Partners |  Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | Forex, Metals, CFDs | Stocks, ETFs, Forex, Options, Crypto |
| Regulators | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), SIPC | Financial Conduct Authority, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission |
| Investor protection | EU ICS up to EUR 20,000 | FSCS up to GBP 85,000 |
| Platforms | MetaTrader 5, HFM WebTrader, HFM Platform | Plus500 WebTrader, Plus500 Mobile App |
| Minimum deposit | $5,000 | Not confirmed |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 81% |
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Key differences
- Plus500 scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.8.
- Regulators: only Hfm Partners offers Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), SIPC.
- Regulators: only Plus500 offers Financial Conduct Authority, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission.
- Markets: only Hfm Partners offers Metals, CFDs.
- Markets: only Plus500 offers Stocks, ETFs, Options.
- Platforms: only Hfm Partners offers MetaTrader 5, HFM WebTrader, HFM Platform.
- Platforms: only Plus500 offers Plus500 WebTrader, Plus500 Mobile App.
- Support channels: only Plus500 offers Chat, Help centre.
Our verdict on each
Hfm Partners
Hfm Partners suits traders who can fund a larger starting balance, because its minimum deposit of $5,000 sits well above the entry amounts most brokers ask for here. CySEC and SIPC regulation adds cover, while email only support and a focused market list make it a less obvious choice for smaller accounts.
Plus500
Plus500 suits UK and European retail traders who want one account covering stocks, etfs and forex in a single app. The UK arm is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority, with FSCS up to GBP 85,000 behind UK balances and costs charged per trade rather than as a flat account fee.
Score breakdown
| Area | Hfm Partners | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.1 | Not confirmed |
| Offer | 8.8 | 9.3Higher |
| Trust | 9.5 | 9.5 |
Feature by feature
| Markets | Hfm Partners | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Stocks | No | Yes |
| ETFs | No | Yes |
| Forex | Yes | Yes |
| CFDs | Yes | No |
| Options | No | Yes |
| Crypto | No | Yes |
| Metals | Yes | No |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Hfm Partners | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Forex brokers | 76 of 147 | 25 of 147 |
| Low-spread forex brokers | 74 of 145 | 23 of 145 |
Where each is licensed and available
| Country | Hfm Partners | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | ||
| United Kingdom | Not confirmed | Financial Conduct Authority 509909 |
| United States | SIPC SIPC member 71021 | Not confirmed |
Sources behind this comparison
Hfm Partners
- hfeu.com: 7 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- sipc.org: 1 fact, checked September 26, 2026
Plus500
- 500affiliates.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
- plus500.com: 4 facts, checked September 26, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Hfm Partners | Plus500 |
|---|---|---|
| Features | Mobile app, Demo account | Demo account, Mobile app |
| Legal entity | RB INTERNATIONAL MARKETS (USA) LLC | Plus500UK Ltd |
| Support channels | Chat, Email, Help centreCovers more |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Hfm Partners | Plus500 | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | $5,000highest quarter | Not confirmed | $25 |
| Retail accounts that lose money | Not confirmed | 81%highest quarter | 72.05% |
Median across 134 listed brokers.
Pros and cons
Hfm Partners
Pros
- Regulated in Europe and the US under Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) and SIPC.
- Mobile app and demo account both appear in mobile app and demo account.
- Platform choice spans MetaTrader 5, HFM WebTrader and HFM Platform.
Cons
- The minimum deposit of $5,000 puts it out of reach for small balances.
- Support runs on email only.
- Markets cover forex, metals and cfds only.
Plus500
Pros
- Costs are charged per trade, with no account fee listed
- UK protection stands at FSCS up to GBP 85,000
- One account spans stocks, etfs and forex in the same app
Cons
- Losses run high at 81% of retail accounts
- Support runs on chat, email and help centre only, with no phone line
- Retail loss of 81% tops the site median of 70.15%
Who each suits
Hfm Partners
Who it suits
- Traders who can fund $5,000 and put regulation ahead of a low entry amount.
- Focused forex, metals and CFDs traders who want to practise on a demo account.
- EU traders covered by investor protection stated as EU ICS up to EUR 20,000.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone starting small: CFI asks a minimum deposit of $0.
- Traders wanting a wider market list, where eToro covers stocks, etfs and forex.
- Low balance traders who prefer a smaller entry: Vantage asks $5.
Plus500
Who it suits
- UK retail traders wanting one app for several asset classes
- First-time traders who can practise on the demo account
- Traders who prefer one platform over several brokers
Who should look elsewhere
- Long-term investors wanting ISA or SIPP style accounts
- Traders wanting CFDs or futures, absent from stocks, etfs and forex
- Traders who want a phone line rather than chat, email and help centre
Questions about each
Hfm Partners
What is the minimum deposit at Hfm Partners?+
The stated minimum deposit is $5,000. CFI starts at $0 and Vantage at $5, so Hfm Partners sits at the heavy end of the range compared here. Anyone starting with a smaller balance would be better served by one of those.
Who regulates Hfm Partners?+
Regulation runs through Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) and SIPC. The Cyprus licence reads 183/12 and the US membership SIPC member 71021. These are separate registrations in separate countries, so the entity your account sits under decides who supervises it.
Plus500
What does Plus500 cost to trade?+
Plus500 charges per trade rather than a flat account fee, and no account fee is listed for the brand. Retail loss figures sit high at 81%, so costs per trade matter more than an annual charge.
Is Plus500 regulated in the UK?+
Yes. The UK arm trades as Plus500UK Ltd and is authorised by the Financial Conduct Authority under 509909. A Cyprus entity is separately authorised by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission under 250/14.
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