HYCM
Zacks Trade
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Overview
HYCM was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in UK, while Zacks Trade was established in 2008 and is based in United States. HYCM holds licences including Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), while Zacks Trade is regulated by Unregulated among others. HYCM serves 10,000+ clients worldwide; Zacks Trade has 10,000+. The minimum deposit is $100 at HYCM and $2500 at Zacks Trade.
| Feature | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Regulation | 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 | Unregulated |
| Founded | 1977 | 2008 |
| Country | UK | United States |
| Clients | 10,000+ | 10,000+ |
Fees
Fees are a critical factor when choosing between HYCM and Zacks Trade, directly affecting your bottom line as a trader. HYCM has a lower barrier to entry with a minimum deposit of $100 (vs $2500 at Zacks Trade). HYCM charges withdrawal fees while Zacks Trade does not, a notable advantage for frequent withdrawers. HYCM applies inactivity fees on dormant accounts; Zacks Trade does not. Zacks Trade charges deposit fees; HYCM does not. Overall, HYCM scores higher on fees in our assessment.
| Feature | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Min. Deposit | $100 | $2500 |
| Withdrawal Fees | Yes | No |
| Inactivity Fees | Yes | No |
| Deposit Fees | No | Yes |
| CFD Fees | No | Yes |
Platforms
HYCM offers MT4, MT5, cTrader, while Zacks Trade supports MT4, MT5, cTrader. Both brokers provide mobile trading apps for iOS and Android. HYCM supports social and copy trading features, which Zacks Trade does not offer. The two brokers are closely matched on platform offering.
| Feature | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| MT4 | Yes | Yes |
| MT5 | Yes | Yes |
| cTrader | Yes | Yes |
| Windows App | Yes | Yes |
| iOS App | Yes | Yes |
| Android App | Yes | Yes |
| Trading Platforms | MT4, Tablet & Mobile apps | Android,iPhone/iPad,Tablet |
Education & Research
Education and research tools help traders at every level make more informed decisions, and here's how HYCM and Zacks Trade 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 | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| 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. HYCM accepts 5 of the tracked payment methods (bank transfer, credit/debit card, PayPal, Skrill, Neteller), while Zacks Trade supports 2 (bank transfer, credit/debit card). HYCM uniquely supports PayPal and Skrill and Neteller among the two brokers. HYCM scores higher on deposit and withdrawal flexibility.
| Feature | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Bank Transfer | Yes | Yes |
| Credit Card | Yes | Yes |
| PayPal | Yes | No |
| Skrill | Yes | No |
| Neteller | Yes | No |
Support
Responsive customer support matters most when you're locked out of your account or need urgent help with a trade. Both HYCM and Zacks Trade offer live chat support. Both provide phone support. Email support is available at both brokers. HYCM supports 5 languages and Zacks Trade supports 2, giving HYCM broader global reach. Both brokers are comparable on support quality.
| Feature | HYCM | Zacks Trade |
|---|---|---|
| Live Chat | Yes | Yes |
| Phone Support | Yes | Yes |
| Email Support | Yes | Yes |
| Languages | English, Chinese, Chinese (Traditional), Arabic, and Russian | English, and Chinese |