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MetaTrader 5 Trading Platform
Enjoy multi-asset trading on a smart, intuitive platform. Choose MT5 if you're looking to trade Forex, Indices, Commodities or Shares. Advanced trading features, accessible via a desktop or mobile App and also via a Web Trader version.
Key features of MT5
As an intuitive and fully customisable trading interface, MT5 provides a smooth and efficient trading experience for multi-asset traders via the Web Trader or desktop and mobile Apps.
Why trade on MT5 with Eightcap?
Experience MT5 delivered on our technology infrastructure - engineered with speed, transparent pricing and reliability in mind.
Spreads from 0.0 pips
Trade FX on a Raw Account to take advantage of institutional-grade pricing. The price you need when you need it.
Multi-Jurisdictional Regulation
Established in Australia with multiple entities each regulated independently to provide you with a safe trading environment.
Peace of Mind
Your money is segregated from our own funds and held at Tier 1 banks.
Lightning Fast Execution
Our execution servers are located in Equinix data centres, where most of the world's financial institutions are hosted, ensuring optimal performance at all times.
Premium Liquidity
Our pricing is aggregated from multiple top-tier liquidity providers, allowing you to trade on spreads from as low as 0.0 pips.
Download MetaTrader 5 for All Device Versions
Downloading and getting set up with MT5 on any device is simple. Before progressing with the platform, we’ll need to send you your credentials for either your Demo or Live trading account. Ensure you sign up to Eightcap before attempting to download the trading platform.
MetaTrader 5 Web-platform
Eightcap’s MetaTrader 5 platform provides traders with an award-winning solution for trading a wide range of markets across multiple devices. Powerful features allow traders to effectively analyse markets, develop trading strategies and execute and manage trades.
MetaTrader 5 Desktop
Once you’ve downloaded the platform, run the program and follow the prompts on screen to complete the installation. Once the program is running, either select the Demo or Real trading server depending on which trading account you wish to log into. Place your existing trading account details in and you’ve completed the process.
MetaTrader 5 Android
Navigate to the Play Store and search for ‘MetaTrader 5’. Once installed, click the plus button on the top bar, click ‘Login to an existing account’, search for Eightcap in the search bar and select either the Demo or Real server depending on your account type. Enter your login details and you’re now ready to trade.
Once you’ve signed up to Eightcap, you’ll have the credentials required to start trading on your mobile.
MetaTrader 5 iOS
Visit the app store on your iPhone or Tablet. Search for ‘MetaTrader 5’ and select ‘Get’. Once installed, click ‘Login to an existing account’, search for Eightcap in the search bar and select either the Demo or Real server depending on your account type. Enter your login details and you’re now ready to trade.
Once you’ve signed up to Eightcap, you’ll have the credentials required to start trading on your mobile.
Compare Trading Platforms
To find out whether the MT4 or MT5 platform is more relevant to you, compare their features below. Read a complete comparison here.
| MT4 | MT5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Markets | FX, Indices, Commodities | FX, Indices, Commodities, Shares |
| Trade with robots | Yes | Yes |
| Devices | Desktop & Mobile | Desktop, Mobile & WebTrader |
| Chart timeframes | 9 | 21 |
| Technical indicators | 30 | 38 |
FAQs
Even if you’re new to trading you would have heard of the MetaTrader platforms. It is the most common trading platform offered by the majority of CFD providers. Developed in 2000, the MetaQuotes Software Corp has become one of the most used applications for financial institutions.
The MetaTrader 4 and the MetaTrader 5 both offer a variety of tools for its users, making them the most accessible platforms within the industry. However, there are some differences between the two which we will explore below.
Read the ArticleMetaTrader Guides
Become a MetaTrader advanced user with our in-depth MT4 and MT5 guides. Online trading has never been easier with our How To step-by-step guides.
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