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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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Trading CFDs involves significant risk of loss

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.

Choose your platform and start trading with M4Markets today.

3 Easy Steps to
Trade Now

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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Trading CFDs involves significant risk of loss

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