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Head-to-head

MetaTrader 5 vs TradingView

MetaTrader 5 4.8★ · Free to download 75
Winner TradingView
TradingView 4.8★ · Free + IAP 80

TradingView is generally preferred for its comprehensive charting and analytical tools, despite recent mobile app issues, while MetaTrader 5 is a solid, stable platform for trade execution.

Full reviews: MetaTrader 5 · TradingView

TradingView offers a more in-depth analytical experience with extensive customization and charting features, though its mobile app has faced recent criticism for bugs and usability. MetaTrader 5 is praised for its reliability in trade execution and ease of use, but some users desire more advanced analytical capabilities.

Head to head

Features and Tools edge: TradingViewR8R15R16R18
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 is seen as a powerful and practical platform for trading, with users appreciating its stability and functions for analyzing charts and managing operations R8R57. However, some users note a lack of advanced editing features for analysis, wishing it had more capabilities like TradingView R16. Specific requests include better lot size options, improved text box sizes, and custom auto trailing stop loss features R15R18.
TradingView TradingView is highly regarded for its extensive charting tools, custom indicators, and comprehensive learning resources, making it a 'golden gem' for analysis . Users value its ability to customize charts and access various market insights . However, some users report missing features on the mobile app, such as an earnings calendar , and issues with indicators not loading or disappearing .
Ease of Use edge: MetaTrader 5R26R31R37R45
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 is frequently described as user-friendly and easy to use, especially for learning and executing trades R26R31R37R45. Many find it intuitive and straightforward for managing operations R57.
TradingView TradingView is appreciated for its comprehensive nature and customization, but new users find its interface and features complex and not intuitive, suggesting a need for dedicated help . Some mobile users find the app confusing and hard to navigate .
Reliability and Performance edge: MetaTrader 5R4R23R25R35
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 receives mixed reviews on performance. While some users praise its speed and stability, stating it has not glitched or hung up R57, others report frequent lagging, freezing, and bugs, leading to late trade executions and frustration R4R23R25R35.
TradingView TradingView's mobile app has significant reliability issues. Users report the app freezing, crashing, charts not loading, and indicators failing after recent updates R67R79R100. There are also complaints about glitches like flickering crosshairs and issues with chart replay . Some users experience being randomly logged out or having broker links disconnect .
Price and Value edge: MetaTrader 5R64R76R79R91
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 is free to download, and reviews do not mention specific pricing concerns, focusing instead on features and performance.
TradingView TradingView, while offering a free tier, faces strong criticism for its pricing, with users calling it 'overpriced' and complaining about high premiums for a buggy app R76R79. There are also complaints about being charged for two plans, issues with refunds, and ads appearing even on premium subscriptions R64R91R112R115.
Customer Support tieR1R21R61R69
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 users report a lack of technical support, with difficulties reaching someone by phone and being directed to email, which is deemed insufficient R21. Some users also mention issues with broker services not showing R1.
TradingView TradingView receives widespread negative feedback regarding customer support. Users report no customer support, useless AI chat, inability to report issues, and difficulty getting refunds R61R69R112. Some claim support is only available if you pay, and there are complaints about credit card issues and double charging with no one to contact R112R115.
Pick MetaTrader 5 if

you prioritize a generally stable and user-friendly platform for trade execution and don't require the most advanced analytical features R26R57.

Pick TradingView if

you need comprehensive charting, advanced analytical tools, and extensive customization options, and are willing to tolerate potential mobile app bugs and a higher price point .

Evidence note: TradingView has a significantly higher number of ratings, which contributes to a broader range of feedback, including more detailed complaints about its mobile app and pricing. MetaTrader 5's reviews, while fewer, are more polarized between strong praise and strong criticism regarding performance.

Frequently asked

Is MetaTrader 5 good for beginners?
Yes, MetaTrader 5 is often described as easy to use and a great platform for learning trading, with users finding it intuitive and straightforward R31R37R45R57.
Why are people complaining about TradingView's mobile app?
Users are complaining about TradingView's mobile app because it frequently freezes, crashes, fails to load charts, and has issues with indicators not working correctly, especially after recent updates R67R79R100R118.
Does TradingView have good customer support?
No, TradingView receives widespread criticism for its customer support, with users reporting no customer support, useless AI chat, and difficulty getting refunds or addressing billing issues R61R69R112R115.
Is MetaTrader 5 free?
Yes, MetaTrader 5 is free to download, and reviews do not indicate any direct costs for the basic platform (Free to download).

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R8] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Técnico: Muy práctico y fantástico el servicio
  2. [R15] MetaTrader 5 3/5 · GB Good app, needs work: Please can you change the lot size option. If you use a lot size for one asset it should stay the same in case you want to trade different assets. For example if I place a 0.5 trade on btcusd it should stay on 0.5 for that asset only and not transfer ober to others. I lost money because of this - not realising that the lot size was still high and placing 0.5 on gold when I us
  3. [R16] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US need more editing: Its fast but bad in analyzing, need more editing like TradingView so we can leave TradingView and work only on MT5, and thank u
  4. [R18] MetaTrader 5 3/5 · GB Improvement suggestions: Add text box is too small /// modify all for a specific charts TP /SL feature , where you can type in numbers and modify all positions at once , instead of drag and drop modding every trade with these horizontal lines, would be a pro level feature // custom auto trailing stop loss feature missing on mobile phones // // Hide all indicators button missing // Over all it
  5. [R26] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Good: Its user friendly
  6. [R31] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Muy bueno: Fácil de usar
  7. [R37] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Best app for trading: Best for learning and earning
  8. [R45] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US La mejor: La mejor que e visto para aprender y se entiende muchisimo mejor que las otras
  9. [R4] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US App freezes all the time: Garbage app
  10. [R23] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · GB Performance: The app is mostly laggy which makes the trade entries execution late. Pls check for updates.
  11. [R25] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · GB Bugs: So many bugs and lagging all the time which has made trading extremely hard and frustrating. I have reported this countless times but no one has ever gotten back to me.
  12. [R35] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Bugs: I’m facing bugs when I get out and back in to the app, it gets frozen, I’m currently on an iPhone 14 Pro Max
  13. [R64] TradingView 1/5 · US refund: try to get a refund that they charged me for two plans during the 4 th of july special
  14. [R76] TradingView 1/5 · US Overpriced: Overpriced
  15. [R79] TradingView 1/5 · US High premium for broken crashing and freezing app: Loses will be reimbursed in courts while alternative is been build, TradingView blocked my build indicators because it caused and created risk to the MM but they don’t understand what I shall build to destroy all who intervene shall we see
  16. [R91] TradingView 1/5 · US Don’t put adds on premium: If you pay for premium you will get TV add pop up on your chart. I will not be renewing and will go to MMT. This is a JOKE.
  17. [R1] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US Poor broker services: Fundingpips server is not showing
  18. [R21] MetaTrader 5 2/5 · GB Mr Chris: No technical support at all. I need to physically talk with someone and can’t. Keep saying everything has to be done by email and that’s not good enough. The vantage platform is having maintenance all the time and I have no way of trading when this happens. I’m not happy with my fees also. Above all I would much rather talk with somebody by phone as the telephone numbers you have on your
  19. [R61] TradingView 1/5 · US .: No customer support
  20. [R69] TradingView 3/5 · US Still believe in you guys: The most frustrating thing is that you aren't even able to report an issue. This AI chat is useless, it looks like it generates action buttons that are not clickable or not working when clickable. Very inconsistent. What I wanted to suggest: Please add an option to disable this new "AI generated earning summary"(when clicking on "e" icon at the bottom of the chart). It's
  21. [R57] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US La mejor plataforma para aprender y operar trading: MetaTrader ha sido una excelente herramienta para mi aprendizaje en trading. La plataforma es rápida, estable y ofrece todas las funciones necesarias para analizar gráficos, colocar órdenes y gestionar operaciones de forma profesional. Me gusta que puedo personalizar los indicadores, usar cuentas demo para practicar y acceder a los mercados desde
  22. [R67] TradingView 2/5 · US Full screen chart mode: On my iPhone 13, the chart works normally, but when I tap the full-screen button, the screen turns completely black and no chart is displayed. This happens with all symbols.
  23. [R100] TradingView 1/5 · US Mobile app is horrible: If I could give zero stars I would. TradingView on mobile used to be fine. Now it’s super glitchy, loading charts takes forever, and sometimes the app just crashes.
  24. [R118] TradingView 1/5 · US App doesn’t work anymore: The chart doesn’t load anymore the app doesn’t work anymore For some reason even tho it’s up to date
  25. [R112] TradingView 1/5 · US Scammers: No support, no one to get a hold of regarding refund for false advertisement. The subscription says 30 days free but immediately charged me and once I cancelled my subscription i was unable to contact customer service. Apparently to get any help from them you have to pay for it!
  26. [R115] TradingView 1/5 · US Credit card issues and double charging: Awful customer service. No phone number and you can’t open a ticket while on a trial subscription but my issue was their problem charging my card to no longer be on a trial subscription. Now both my cards have been charged.

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store