Based on my personal experience and careful evaluation, I found both positives and some significant reservations regarding CHIEF. When interacting with their customer service, I noticed they were polite and generally responsive, which reassured me on the surface. However, consistency and depth of support fell short at times, especially when compared to brokers with stronger industry reputations and oversight. From a reliability perspective, CHIEF relies on its proprietary Chief Deal platform, rather than widely recognized systems like MT4 or MT5. For me, this limited the range of technical analysis tools and automated trading capabilities I’d grown accustomed to. While the platform functions adequately for basic execution, I did feel constrained by the absence of advanced features and customization options. The bigger concern, though, centers around regulation and platform safety. While CHIEF claims longstanding experience in Hong Kong, their SFC regulatory license for dealing in futures contracts has reportedly been revoked, and WikiFX flags considerable risk. As a trader who prioritizes capital safety, this lack of clear, up-to-date regulation weighs heavily. I would urge anyone considering CHIEF to approach with caution, thoroughly assess their own risk tolerance, and avoid relying solely on surface-level impressions of customer service or platform appearance.