MT4 vs MT5
Choose Your Trading Arsenal
MetaTrader 4 offers time-tested reliability with streamlined functionality perfect for forex-focused traders seeking established performance. Meanwhile, MetaTrader 5 delivers advanced multi-asset capabilities with enhanced analytical tools, customizable timeframes, and deeper market depth—ideal for diversified portfolio strategists. Both platforms provide the precision execution and security that serious traders demand, with distinct advantages tailored to different trading approaches.
MT4 VS MT5
| Feature | MT4 | MT5 |
|---|---|---|
| Analytical Objects | 31 | 44 |
| Built-in Economic Calendar | NO | YES |
| Built-in Indicators | 30 | 38 |
| Economic Calendar | NO | YES |
| Account Currency | EUR, USD, GBP, JPY | EUR, USD, GBP, JPY |
| Embedded MQL5.community chat | NO | YES |
| Exchange Trading | NO | YES |
| Fund transfer between accounts | NO | YES |
| Hedging | YES | YES |
| Order Execution types | 4 | 3 |
| Pending Order Types | 4 | 6 |
| Platform Speed | 32 bit, mono-threaded | 64 bit, multi-threaded |
| Reports | Tables only | Charts (HTML5) & Tables |
| Strategy Tester | Single thread | Multi-threaded |
| Symbols | 1024 | Unlimited |
| Technical Indicators | 30 | 38 |
| Timeframes | 9 | 21 |
| Trading Signals and Copy Trading | NO | YES |
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Metatrader 4
Chosen by millions for its simple, user-friendly interface, MT4 is the world's original online trading platform and a gold standard.
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Metatrader 5
Supercharge your trading with MT5: instant access, boundless analysis & automation.
While MT4 focuses on Forex trading, MT5 expands to Forex, futures, stocks, and CFDs. Its updated language enables faster backtesting and includes Depth of Market functionality, with full MetaQuotes support—unlike MT4.
Manage your account and trade currencies and securities instantly.
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Ready to dive into the markets? Getting started with trading is a straightforward process.
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Register and Verify your Profile
Complete our Registration Form and access the Client Portal. Complete your Economic profile, upload the required documents and verify your profile.
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Open a Live Account & Fund it
Choose “Open Live Account” under the Accounts tab and select an account. Click “Deposit funds” under the funds tab to select your funding method.
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Download your Platform and Get Started
Choose “Downloads” tab under Trader’s Menu and download your preferred platform. Launch your platform and start trading.
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