Exness vs HFM — Cashback Side-by-Side
Both brokers are supported by ForexCB as an official Introducing Broker partner, with cashback auto-credited by the broker to your broker wallet. They suit different trader profiles — here's how to choose.
Quick comparison
| Exness | HFM | |
|---|---|---|
| Cashback model | % of spread, up to 40% | Fixed per-lot, up to $6 |
| Cashback-eligible accounts | Standard, Standard Cent, Pro, Raw Spread, Zero | Premium, Cent, Pro, Zero |
| Max leverage | Unlimited (for eligible accounts) | 1:2000 |
| Min deposit | $10 | $5 |
| Payout frequency | Daily (next business day) | Daily |
| Payout destination | Exness wallet | HFM wallet |
Choose Exness if…
- You want a % rebate scaled with spread cost. Good for lower-volume and news traders whose trades cost more per lot in spread.
- You need very high leverage on majors (Exness supports unlimited leverage on eligible accounts).
- You prefer minimal per-trade transparency — the cashback is a straight percentage of what you already paid.
Choose HFM if…
- You trade high volume in majors where spreads are tight. A fixed $4–6 per lot often beats a % of a small spread.
- You want predictable cashback budgeting — you know exactly what you'll receive per lot before you trade.
- You need Zero / ECN-style accounts with separate commission — HFM's flat rebate is clean in those setups.
Comparison FAQ
Which broker pays more cashback?
Neither, universally. Exness pays a percentage of spread — better when your spreads are higher (volatile markets, exotic pairs, news trading). HFM pays a fixed amount per lot — better when you trade high volume in tight-spread majors.
Can I have both an Exness and HFM cashback account with ForexCB?
Yes. You can register both brokers under one ForexCB account and choose per-trade which one to use. Some traders keep Exness for volatility plays and HFM for scalping majors.
Does the comparison change for scalpers?
Scalpers usually come out ahead with HFM because they trade a lot of lots with very tight spreads. A fixed $4–6/lot beats 40% of a 0.1-pip spread.
Do spreads differ between the two brokers?
Yes — Exness Raw/Zero and HFM Pro/Zero have similar tight spreads plus commission; the default accounts (Exness Standard, HFM Premium) are spread-only and differ per pair. See our broker pages for live-range indications.
Is the IB cashback transparent?
Yes. Both brokers publish their IB commission structures, and ForexCB's rebate percentage is shown in the rates table on each broker page. The broker auto-credits your share to your broker wallet — ForexCB never handles the funds.