The Complete Guide to Prop Trading Platforms

This guide covers the main trading platforms offered by prop firms, across both forex and futures. It explains how each platform works, which trading styles they suit, and what traders need to know when choosing a prop firm that supports them. Ideal how to guide if you are entering evaluation challenges or managing funded accounts, this guide focuses on practical differences between platforms and which features help you stay compliant with firm rules.

What’s inside:

• MetaTrader 4 (MT4): Why most prop firms use it, its limitations, and which firms support it
• MetaTrader 5 (MT5): Key differences from MT4, better backtesting, more assets, and faster execution
• cTrader: A favourite for manual traders, offering depth-of-market tools and faster execution
• TradingView: Chart-based trading and how it’s used across both forex and futures prop firms
• Match-Trader: A browser-based alternative with a simple layout and integrated TradingView-style charts
• Tradovate: Futures-focused platform with direct CME access and built-in analytics
• NinjaTrader: Advanced futures platform for discretionary and algorithmic trading
• DXtrade: A modern, browser-based trading platform with a clean interface.

Also included:

• Which platforms allow automated trading, Expert Advisors (EAs), and custom indicators
• Platform fees, restrictions, and which firms apply them
• Execution speed, mobile vs desktop performance, and prop firm compatibility
• Device support for PC, Mac, browser, and mobile
• Best platform by trading style: scalping, swing, futures, crypto, or algo
• Broker-backed platform setups and what they mean for execution and transparency
• Platform restrictions during evaluation vs funded phases

Comes with a downloadable PDF, platform comparison chart, and quick-reference table based on trading styles and firm requirements.