FxPro vs HYCM (2026): regulation, platforms and costs compared

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Data refreshed 25 Aug 2026 · Compiled by David Ispiryan

FxPro

Trust rank #17 · Founded 2006

FxPro forex broker provides access to a broad range of forex and CFD markets on popular trading platforms, with an emphasis on order execution and risk management tools.

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HYCM

Trust rank #30 · Editorial rating 8.7 / 10 · Founded 1977

HYCM is a well-regarded forex and CFD broker offering access to a broad range of currency pairs and other markets on MetaTrader platforms. It provides flexible account types, education and research resources,…

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FxPro (United Kingdom, founded 2006) holds 4 regulatory licences (CySEC, FCA, FSCA, SCB), 1 of them tier-1, offers cTrader, MT4, MT5, Proprietary and sits in our low-fee bracket. HYCM (United Kingdom, founded 1977) holds 4 regulatory licences (CIMA, CySEC, DFSA, FCA), 1 of them tier-1, offers MT4, MT5 and sits in our medium-fee bracket. The two overlap in 205 countries; FxPro is available in 25 countries where HYCM is not, and HYCM in 0 where FxPro is not.

Verdict at a glance

  • FxPro leads on trust rank, platform choice, country coverage and fee level.
  • HYCM leads on track record and instrument range.
  • Level on regulatory coverage and tier-1 licences.

Scored on 8 measurable dimensions where both brokers have verified data. Dimensions missing for either side are excluded rather than guessed. This is a data summary, not a recommendation.

FxPro vs HYCM: side-by-side data

CriteriaFxProHYCM
Editorial ratingNot verified8.7 / 10
Trust rank#17#30
Founded20061977
HeadquartersUnited KingdomUnited Kingdom
RegulatorsCySEC, FCA, FSCA, SCBCIMA, CySEC, DFSA, FCA
Broker typeECN, STPMarket Maker, STP
PlatformscTrader, MT4, MT5, ProprietaryMT4, MT5
InstrumentsCommodities, Forex, Indices, MetalsCommodities, Cryptocurrencies, Forex, Indices, Metals
Countries accepted230 countries205 countries
Fee levelLowMedium
Trading typesCFD TradingCFD Trading, Spot Trading
Best-for use casesCopy Trading, Professional Trading, Retail TradingProfessional Trading, Retail Trading

Highlighted cells mark the stronger value where a direction is objectively better (e.g. more licences, lower fees). "Not verified" means the field is not yet in our catalogue for that broker — we never fill gaps with estimates.

Pros

FxPro

  • Multi-Jurisdiction Regulation (FCA, CySEC, FSCA, SCB)
  • MT4/MT5/cTrader + Proprietary Platforms
  • No Dealing Desk Execution & Deep Liquidity
  • Negative Balance Protection & Segregated Funds
  • FIX API, cTrader Open API & VPS for Algo Trading

HYCM

  • Multi-jurisdiction regulation (FCA, CySEC, DFSA, CIMA)
  • MT4 and MT5 platforms with EA support
  • Multiple account types (Fixed, Classic, Raw) incl. Islamic accounts
  • Competitive pricing with tight raw spreads and low commissions
  • Negative balance protection and segregated client funds

Cons

FxPro

  • Not available to U.S. clients
  • Pricing not the lowest (spreads/commissions)
  • No guaranteed stop-loss orders (GSLO)
  • Inactivity fee on dormant accounts
  • ESMA 1:30 leverage cap under EU/UK regulation

HYCM

  • Offshore CIMA entity for most international clients
  • No guaranteed stop-loss orders
  • Inactivity fees on dormant accounts
  • Limited platforms (MT4/MT5 only; no cTrader)
  • Wider spreads on Standard/Fixed accounts

Key features

FxPro

  • Multi Platform Trading MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 5 cTrader FxPro Platform
  • No Dealing Desk Market Execution Deep Liquidity
  • Multi Jurisdiction Regulation FCA CySEC FSCA SCB Segregated Funds Negative Balance Protection
  • Broad CFD Instrument Coverage Forex Indices Shares Metals Energies Futures
  • Algorithmic and Copy Trading EAs cBots cTrader Copy VPS
  • Integrated Tools Economic Calendar Market News Advanced Charting Price Alerts

HYCM

  • Regulated in the UK Cyprus UAE and Cayman Islands
  • MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 platforms
  • Account types Fixed Classic Raw
  • Forex and CFD trading on indices commodities and shares
  • Negative balance protection and segregated client funds
  • Support for algorithmic trading and expert advisors

Country availability: FxPro vs HYCM

Available at both (205): Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Bermuda, Bhutan, Bolivia, Bonaire, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Brazil, Brunei, Bulgaria, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Chile, China, Christmas Island, Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Colombia, Comoros, Congo, Cook Islands, Costa Rica and 165 more.

Only FxPro (25): Afghanistan, Albania, Barbados, Belgium, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cayman Islands, Cyprus, France, Gibraltar, Haiti, Hong Kong, Iraq, Jamaica, Lebanon, Mali, Mozambique, Panama, Philippines, Portugal, Senegal, South Sudan, Spain, Tanzania, Uganda.

Availability reflects the countries each broker declares it serves. Local rules change; confirm on the broker's own site before signing up.

FxPro vs HYCM: common questions

Which broker is more regulated, FxPro or HYCM?

FxPro holds more regulatory licences: FxPro (CySEC, FCA, FSCA, SCB) versus HYCM (CIMA, CySEC, DFSA, FCA). Tier-1 licences: FxPro 1, HYCM 1.

Which trading platforms do FxPro and HYCM offer?

FxPro offers cTrader, MT4, MT5, Proprietary; HYCM offers MT4, MT5.

Which has lower fees, FxPro or HYCM?

FxPro is in the lower fee bracket (low vs medium) in our catalogue.

Which is older, FxPro or HYCM?

HYCM is the older of the two, founded in 1977; FxPro was founded in 2006.

Are FxPro and HYCM available in the same countries?

They overlap in 205 countries. FxPro is additionally available in 25 countries (Afghanistan, Albania, Barbados, Belgium, Burkina Faso, Cambodia and 19 more) and HYCM in 0 countries ().

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