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MetaTrader 4 Review & Trader Rating in 2026

4.7/ 5
Highly ratedAvailable in United States
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Is MetaTrader 4 right for you?

Best for

  • Forex traders seeking advanced technical analysis and charting tools
  • Algorithmic traders and Expert Advisor developers
  • Traders who prioritize mobile trading across iOS and Android
  • Copy traders and signal subscribers
  • Traders requiring multi-language support across major markets

Avoid if

  • Traders seeking a platform with strong customer support — Trustpilot ratings (1.9/5) indicate significant support satisfaction issues.
  • Beginners uncomfortable with desktop-first interfaces — MT4 is primarily a desktop platform with mobile as a secondary offering.
  • Traders requiring modern charting or advanced order types — MT4 is an older platform; MetaTrader 5 offers more contemporary features.
  • Users needing native support for cryptocurrencies or modern asset classes — MT4 is designed primarily for forex and CFDs.
  • Traders looking for built-in social trading or copy-trading features — while MT4 offers Signals, these are third-party integrations, not native platform features.

Trust score breakdown

Dimensions our methodology weighs when judging a brand's safety.

  • Company history5.0 / 5 · Excellent

    MetaTrader 4 has been in continuous operation since 2000 and is used by 750+ brokers and banks serving millions of traders globally.

  • Transparency3.0 / 5 · Mixed

    MetaQuotes clearly states it is a software provider with no access to client accounts or trading history; however, Trustpilot ratings (1.9/5, 139 reviews) suggest user dissatisfaction, while app stores show much higher ratings (4.8/5 iOS, 4.6/5 Android).

Charting features

Capabilities you'll lean on as a technical trader.

Chart types
Candlestick, Bar, Line
Indicators
30
Drawing tools
24
Multi-chart
Replay mode
Alerts engine
Screenshot export
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Scripting & automation

Languages supported for custom indicators and strategies.

Asset coverage

Tradable instruments per asset class.

Options
Futures

Trading platforms

Supported clients and automation features per platform.

PlatformWinMacWebiOSAndroidEAsCopy1-clickIndicators
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Mobile app

App store ratings checked —.

Customer support

Supported languages: Chinese, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

ChannelLanguages
EmailChinese, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish

Frequently asked questions

  • What is MetaTrader 4?
    MetaTrader 4 is a trading platform developed by MetaQuotes Ltd for forex trading and technical analysis. It provides charting tools, order execution, automated trading via Expert Advisors, and access to trading signals and copy trading services.
  • What languages does MetaTrader 4 support?
    MetaTrader 4 is available in Chinese, English, French, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.
  • Is MetaTrader 4 available on mobile devices?
    Yes, MetaTrader 4 offers mobile trading applications for both iPhone/iPad and Android OS, allowing traders to access their accounts and trade on the go.
  • Can I automate trading with MetaTrader 4?
    Yes, MetaTrader 4 supports automated trading through Expert Advisors (EAs) and includes the MQL4 programming language, MQL4 IDE, MetaEditor, and a Strategy Tester for developing and testing trading robots.
  • Does MetaTrader 4 offer copy trading?
    Yes, MetaTrader 4 provides Forex Signals and Copy Trading services, allowing traders to find and subscribe to signals from other traders or become signal providers themselves.
  • What is the MetaTrader Market?
    The MetaTrader Market is an integrated marketplace within MetaTrader 4 where traders can purchase Expert Advisors, indicators, and other trading tools.
  • Does MetaTrader 4 offer virtual hosting?
    Yes, MetaTrader 4 includes Virtual Hosting (VPS) services to keep trading systems running continuously without interruption.
  • Is there a web version of MetaTrader 4?
    Yes, MetaTrader 4 offers web trading, allowing users to access the platform directly through a browser without downloading software.

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