HF Markets Review 2026
Founded in 2010. HF Markets is one of the most established forex brokers in the world. Read our full independent review.
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Overview
HF Markets (formerly HotForex) is a forex broker established in 2010, regulated by CySEC, FCA, DFSA and FSCA. It offers diverse account types including a Cent account and competitive welcome bonuses.
Regulation & Safety
HFM operates under CySEC, FCA, DFSA and FSCA, with client funds held in segregated accounts.
- CySEC
- FCA
- DFSA
- FSCA
Trading Platforms
HFM supports MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 across all devices.
- MT4
- MT5
Account Types
Six account types: KATANA, Cent, Zero, Pro, Premium and Top-Up Bonus. Zero starts from 0 pips on FX pairs (commission applies), Cent uses 1 lot = 1,000 units for small-size testing, and KATANA starts from 0.3 pips with a JPY 80,000 minimum.
- KATANA
- Cent
- Zero
- Pro
- Premium
- Top-Up Bonus
Bonuses & Promotions
HFM offers BONUS HUNTER: a JPY 45,000 trading-funds account with no deposit. Reach JPY 15,000 in profit and transfer it to convert into a 100% deposit bonus of up to JPY 150,000 (verified 2026-08-27).
Pros
- BONUS HUNTER: JPY 45,000, no deposit
- Just 5 USD-equivalent minimum deposit
- Up to 1:2000 leverage
Cons
- Wider spreads on Premium accounts
- Only MT4 and MT5 (no cTrader)
- HFM states on its own site that it is "not intended for residents of Japan" (checked 2026-08-27)
Our Verdict
HFM is a solid choice for traders looking for a regulated broker with bonus offers and account variety. Spreads can be wider than competitors on the Premium account.