How did you choose between MT4, MT5, cTrader and TradingView?
The platform you start on shapes your habits for years, and most traders end up using one platform for charts and another for orders.
For anyone deciding right now, share:
- the platform you started with and what you still use
- one thing you wish you'd known about it
- which platform you'd hand to a complete beginner
The platform comparison guide lays out the main differences without pushing any of them.
Background: MetaTrader 4 vs MetaTrader 5 vs cTrader vs TradingView
The four platforms most forex traders choose between, compared on charting, order types, automation and broker availability.
What is the difference between MT4 and MT5?
MT5 has more timeframes (21 against 9), depth of market, a built-in economic calendar, more order types and a faster strategy tester. MT4 Expert Advisors written in MQL4 don't run on MT5 without being rewritten.
Can I trade forex directly on TradingView?
Yes, if your broker offers a TradingView integration. You connect your broker account and place orders from TradingView's charts.
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