Ezinvest
HYCM
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Overview
Ezinvest was founded in 2008 and is headquartered in Cyprus, while HYCM was established in 1977 and is based in UK. Ezinvest holds licences including Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), while HYCM is regulated by Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) among others. Ezinvest serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; HYCM has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $500 at Ezinvest and $100 at HYCM.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Regulation | Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) | Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), FCA reference number 186171, Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC), CySEC license number 259/14, Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), CIMA reference number 1442313, Dubai financial services authority (DFSA), DFSA license number 000048 |
| Founded | 2008 | 1977 |
| Country | Cyprus | UK |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between Ezinvest and HYCM, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. HYCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $500 at Ezinvest). HYCM charges withdrawal fees while Ezinvest does not, giving Ezinvest an edge for frequent withdrawers. Both brokers charge inactivity fees on dormant accounts, worth noting if you trade infrequently. Overall, HYCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $500 | $100 |
| Withdrawal Fees | No | Yes |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | Yes |
| Deposit Fees | No | No |
| CFD Fees | No | No |
Platforms
Ezinvest offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while HYCM supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. Both brokers support copy or social trading, catering to less hands-on investors. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Mac, Android, iPhone/iPad | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how Ezinvest and HYCM compare. Both brokers run regular live webinars. Both provide video tutorials, including advanced content. Daily market commentary is available from both brokers. Both integrate third-party research tools including Trading Central. Archived webinars are available at both brokers for self-paced learning. The two brokers are evenly matched on educational content.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Education | Yes | Yes |
| CFD Education | Yes | Yes |
| Weekly Webinars | Yes | Yes |
| Daily Commentary | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Central | Yes | Yes |
| Autochartist | Yes | Yes |
Deposits & Withdrawals
Convenient deposit and withdrawal options reduce friction for traders, especially important when managing positions across time zones. Ezinvest accepts 3 of the tracked payment methods (credit/debit card, Skrill, Neteller), while HYCM supports 5 (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller). HYCM uniquely supports bank transfer and PayPal among the two brokers. HYCM scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | No | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | No | Yes |
| Skrill | Yes | Yes |
| Neteller | Yes | Yes |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both Ezinvest and HYCM offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. Ezinvest supports 15 languages and HYCM supports 5, giving Ezinvest broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | Ezinvest | HYCM |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Spanish, Czech, Chinese, German, French, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovenian, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, Russian | English, Chinese, Chinese (Traditional), Arabic, and Russian |