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Head-to-head

MetaTrader 5 vs MetaTrader 4

MetaTrader 5 4.8★ · Free to download 65
Winner MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 4 4.8★ · Free to download 60

MetaTrader 5 has a slight edge due to its more modern features and active development, despite some users experiencing performance issues, while MetaTrader 4 remains a reliable choice for those who prefer its established interface and core functionality.

Full reviews: MetaTrader 5 · MetaTrader 4

MetaTrader 5 is generally seen as the more advanced platform, offering features like improved analysis tools and more asset types, though some users report bugs and freezing. MetaTrader 4 is praised for its reliability and ease of use, but many users note its lack of updates and modern features compared to MT5.

Head to head

Features edge: MetaTrader 5R11R15R16R18
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 is appreciated for offering more advanced features and being actively updated, with users noting its good income and insight capabilities R11. Some users desire even more editing capabilities similar to TradingView for analysis R16 and suggest improvements like better lot size options and custom trailing stop loss R15R18.
MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 4 users frequently request modern features, highlighting the absence of a 'Close All Trades' button and the need for alerts when price hits certain limits . Many users explicitly compare it to MT5, stating that MT4 is 'under managed' and needs features like those found in MT5, particularly for calculating take profit and stop loss R67R69.
Ease of Use tieR3R7R8R20
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 is described as user-friendly and easy to use by many . New users are getting familiar with it and find it practical R3R8R20. Some find it the best platform for learning R37R45R57. However, a few users find it 'not user friend' R7.
MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 4 is widely praised for being simple, easy, and practical . Users appreciate its straightforward interface for executing trades . One user suggested a tutorial to help new users navigate the app R65.
Reliability and Performance tieR1R4R23R25
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 receives mixed reviews regarding its performance. While some users report it as fast and stable, with no glitches or hang-ups R57, others frequently complain about the app freezing R4R35, lagging R23R25, and having numerous bugs R25. There are also reports of broker server issues R1.
MetaTrader 4 MetaTrader 4 is generally considered reliable and stable, with users stating it has 'never failed' them and works great across multiple devices . However, some users do experience the app getting laggy or disconnecting . A recent update was criticized for ruining the user experience and making scalping impossible .
Support tieR21R25
MetaTrader 5 MetaTrader 5 users express significant frustration with the lack of technical support, specifically mentioning that support is only available via email and phone numbers on the website do not work R21. Users also report that their bug reports go unanswered R25.
MetaTrader 4 The reviews for MetaTrader 4 do not directly address customer support, focusing more on app functionality and feature requests. Therefore, there isn't enough information to make a comparison on this dimension.
Pick MetaTrader 5 if

You are looking for a more modern trading platform with advanced features and a wider range of asset types, and you are willing to tolerate occasional performance issues or bugs R11. You are also comfortable with a platform that might require some time to get used to its features R3R57.

Pick MetaTrader 4 if

You prioritize a simple, reliable, and easy-to-use trading platform for core forex trading . You are comfortable with its established interface and do not require the latest advanced features or extensive customization options .

Evidence note: The evidence for support is one-sided, with only MetaTrader 5 having specific complaints about its support channels. For MetaTrader 4, there is no direct feedback on support, making it a tie by default due to lack of comparative data.

Frequently asked

Which MetaTrader app is better for new traders?
MetaTrader 5 is considered an excellent tool for learning trading, with users finding it easy to understand and use for educational purposes R37R45R57. MetaTrader 4 is also praised for its simplicity and ease of use, making it accessible for beginners, though some suggest a tutorial would be helpful R65.
Do MetaTrader 4 and 5 have performance issues?
Both MetaTrader 4 and 5 have reported performance issues, though the nature of these issues varies; MetaTrader 5 users frequently complain about the app freezing, lagging, and having bugs R4R23R25R35, while MetaTrader 4 users occasionally report lagging and disconnecting, with a recent update causing significant problems for some .
Is MetaTrader 4 still being updated?
Many MetaTrader 4 users complain that the app is 'soooo under managed' and 'NEVER UPDATED,' especially when compared to MetaTrader 5, and they request that MT4 receive modern features similar to MT5 R67R69.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R11] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Manager: Great income and insight.
  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. [R3] MetaTrader 5 3/5 · US Don’t understand yet getting there: Thanks for opportunity
  6. [R7] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US User opinion: Not user friend and haven’t night mode on chart
  7. [R8] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Técnico: Muy práctico y fantástico el servicio
  8. [R20] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Excelente: Muy buena herramienta apenas me estoy familiarizando pero muy buena
  9. [R1] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US Poor broker services: Fundingpips server is not showing
  10. [R4] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · US App freezes all the time: Garbage app
  11. [R23] MetaTrader 5 1/5 · GB Performance: The app is mostly laggy which makes the trade entries execution late. Pls check for updates.
  12. [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.
  13. [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
  14. [R37] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US Best app for trading: Best for learning and earning
  15. [R45] MetaTrader 5 5/5 · US La mejor: La mejor que e visto para aprender y se entiende muchisimo mejor que las otras
  16. [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
  17. [R65] MetaTrader 4 5/5 · US Need a Tutorial but overall great app.: The app is great just needs a tutorial to help around the app.
  18. [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
  19. [R67] MetaTrader 4 2/5 · US NEVER UPDATED: I usually don’t write reviews, but I’ve gotta do this, this app is soooo under managed, in evolving times of AI, you still have to manually calculate your take profit and stop loss, unlike MT5 where it’s actually very good, this app is purposefully under managed, and it’s slowly going into extinction because there are competitors even against the MT5, please meta team, can you make
  20. [R69] MetaTrader 4 3/5 · GB Forexbae: It’s time for upgrade to new futures like mt5 and Ctrader!!!

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