MetaTrader 4 (MT4) — South Africa
MetaTrader 4 is the long-established forex platform. RaiseFX publishes an MT4 download and setup guide, though the broker's flagship and most widely referenced platform is MetaTrader 5 — confirm MT4 availability for your account before relying on it.
Open Account →RaiseFX publishes a MetaTrader 4 (MT4) download and setup guide, but its flagship and most widely referenced platform is MetaTrader 5. MT4 offers the classic charting, one-click trading and Expert Advisor support; confirm MT4 availability for your account before relying on it.
MetaTrader 4 (MT4) at RaiseFX
- Familiar MT4 interface with real-time quotes, charting and one-click trading.
- Supports Expert Advisors for automated strategies and custom indicators in MQL4.
- Available on desktop and mobile for traders who prefer the classic MT4 workflow.
- MetaTrader 5 remains RaiseFX's primary platform; MT4 support is not confirmed for every region, so verify with the broker first.
Which RaiseFX platform should you use?
| Platform | Pricing model | Best for | Devices |
|---|---|---|---|
| MetaTrader 5 | Spreads (no separate commission on standard trading) | Full instrument range, EAs, advanced charting | Windows, macOS, Linux, web, iOS, Android |
| MetaTrader 4 | Spreads (availability varies) | Traders who prefer the classic MT4 interface | Windows, web, iOS, Android |
| Web trader | Same conditions as installed platform | Trading from a browser with no install | Any modern browser |
RaiseFX offers several platforms — choose by pricing model, what you trade and your device. All connect to the same account.
Get started
Download MetaTrader 4 (MT4) from your client area after you open an account, or try it first on a free demo.
Open Account →MetaTrader 4 at a glance
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Chart timeframes | 9 |
| Built-in technical indicators | 30 |
| Graphical objects | 31 |
| Pending order types | 4 (buy/sell limit, buy/sell stop) |
| Automation language | MQL4 (Expert Advisors and custom indicators) |
| Mobile builds | Free apps for iOS and Android |
MT5 carries 21 timeframes and 38 indicators against these figures — the main practical reason RaiseFX leads with MetaTrader 5.