Broker comparison
Tickmill vs HFM (HotForex)
Tickmill and HFM (HotForex) are compared by traders researching forex and CFD brokers with multiple regulator labels. This page uses InvestorTrip's current broker rows and keeps the HFM rebrand note visible so historical HotForex searches land in the right context.
Tickmill
Current broker snapshot
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5
- Minimum deposit
- $100
- Regulator labels
- CySE, FSA, FCA, DFSA UAE +3
- Markets listed
- Forex, Commodities, Share CFDs, ETFs, Indices +2
- Editorial status
- No current notice
HFM (HotForex)
Current broker snapshot
- Rating
- 4.6 / 5
- Minimum deposit
- $0
- Regulator labels
- CySEC, FCA, DFSA, FSCA +2
- Markets listed
- Forex, Indices, Commodities, Equity, Cryptos
- Editorial status
- Editorial notice
Editorial notice
On 3 May 2022, HotForex rebranded as HFM (HF Markets). The change was announced by the company and reported across financial-industry publications. This review uses the broker's current HFM name; historical material may still reference the prior HotForex brand.
How to read this comparison
The facts below come from InvestorTrip's current broker database and linked review pages. They are a screening aid, not a claim that a broker is available, cheaper or safer for every country, account type or legal entity.
Quick Take
HFM is listed with a $0 minimum deposit and an editorial notice explaining the 2022 rebrand from HotForex to HFM. Tickmill is listed with a $100 minimum deposit and a regulator list that includes FCA, DFSA UAE, FSCA and other labels in the current database. Both require entity-level verification before any funding decision.
Brand And Entity Context
The HFM row includes a corporate-change notice because older broker material may still use the HotForex name. For both brokers, read the legal entity, regulator register entry, client agreement and risk disclosure for your country rather than relying on a group-level brand page.
Practical Shortlist Use
This comparison is best used as a pre-screen for deposits, regulator labels, listed markets and whether either broker has an editorial notice. For costs, platform fit and account conditions, open each full review and compare the broker's current public fee schedule.
Verdict
Tickmill vs HFM is a shortlist comparison, not a universal ranking. HFM currently has the lower listed minimum deposit and a visible rebrand notice; Tickmill remains relevant for traders comparing multi-entity forex/CFD brokers. Choose only after checking the exact entity, fees, leverage limits and local eligibility.