Which trading platform is best to use in your work - mobile, desktop or web?

Just a few decades ago, a trader was forced to use a landline phone to open transactions, and there was no talk of any programs.

Currently, there are several options for trading platforms available for trading on the stock exchange, and novice investors sometimes find it difficult to choose the best option.

At the moment, you can open transactions and perform technical analysis on a smartphone or tablet, through a browser in a web platform, and a trading platform installed on a computer (laptop).

Which one is better to use and which one is right for you?

Metatrader on mobile

There are many people who prefer to do everything on their phone, even if they have a laptop. They do everything on it—respond to emails, post on social media, and watch movies.

Therefore, it is logical that they immediately install the trading platform on their mobile device:

In reality, the mobile version of the program always offers a reduced functionality of the full desktop version. This version is better suited for non-urgent tasks, such as urgently closing an order or opening a new one.

The mobile platform has fewer technical analysis tools and auxiliary scripts, making it less convenient to track price movements on a small screen.

But perhaps your trading style doesn't require anything more, and besides, there's the added benefit of mobility: you can work anywhere there's internet access.

Web platform in the browser

This option allows you to work without installing trading software on your computer. This was designed so you can use the trading platform not only on your computer, but also anywhere else:

That is, in an internet cafe, at another job, or when visiting someone, without saving personal information.

The web platform has slightly more capabilities than the mobile platform, but it still lacks the functionality of the standard platform. For example, my broker doesn't allow the use of expert advisors and scripts, and it has significantly fewer indicators.

Trading platform for a computer

It has the most comprehensive functionality; the desktop version allows trading in both manual and automatic modes.

It can be installed on a virtual server , which will ensure uninterrupted operation of trading robots.

It is also possible to significantly expand functionality by installing additional scripts; this is not possible on the web or mobile platforms.

As you can see from the above, the best option remains a standard trading platform on a computer. However, if for some reason you are unable to work on a computer, the alternative is a web or mobile platform.