The trading platform you use shapes almost every part of your gold trading experience, from how you read charts to how quickly you can place and manage orders. The ten brokers below all offer gold (XAU/USD) as a contract for difference (CFD), but they differ in the platforms they support: some focus on MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5, others add cTrader, TradingView or their own proprietary apps. This guide compares them by platform so you can find a broker whose tools match the way you prefer to work.

Choosing a platform is a practical decision, not a shortcut to results. Gold CFDs are leveraged products, and prices can move sharply against a position whichever platform you use. The aim here is to explain what each platform offers and which brokers support it, so you can make an informed choice.

The main gold trading platforms explained

Before comparing brokers, it helps to understand the platforms themselves. Most gold CFD brokers offer one or more of the following.

MetaTrader 4 (MT4)

Released in 2005, MetaTrader 4 is still one of the most widely used retail trading platforms in the world. It was built mainly for forex, but most brokers also offer gold through it. MT4 is known for its stability, its large community and the thousands of custom indicators and automated trading programs, called Expert Advisors, that have been written for it. Its interface looks dated compared with newer platforms, but its familiarity means there is a huge amount of free learning material available.

MetaTrader 5 (MT5)

MetaTrader 5 is the newer platform from the same developer. It supports more timeframes, more order types and more built-in indicators than MT4, as well as an integrated economic calendar and market depth. MT5 was designed to handle multiple asset classes, so brokers often use it to offer a wider range of instruments. Expert Advisors written for MT4 do not run on MT5 without being rewritten, which is worth knowing if you plan to use automated tools.

cTrader

cTrader is an alternative platform known for its clean, modern interface and transparent order execution information. It offers advanced order types, detailed charting and its own environment for building automated strategies. It is supported by fewer brokers than MetaTrader, but many traders choose it for its design and ease of use.

TradingView

TradingView began as a charting and social platform and has become one of the most popular tools for technical analysis. Many brokers now let clients connect their trading accounts to TradingView so they can place trades directly from its charts. Its strengths are its browser-based charting, wide range of drawing tools and large community of users sharing ideas, which beginners should treat as opinions rather than advice.

Web and mobile apps

Most brokers also offer a web-based platform that runs in a browser without installation, and a mobile app for monitoring positions on the move. Proprietary apps vary widely in features, so it is worth testing them on a demo account before relying on them.

How we compiled this list

Each broker included:

• offers gold (XAU/USD) as a CFD;


• supports at least one established third-party platform such as MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5;


• holds at least one licence from a recognised financial regulator, named on its website.

Platform availability and regulatory details were taken from each broker’s website and public sources in October 2026. Platform availability can vary by region and by the entity that holds your account, so confirm what is offered to you before opening an account. The brokers are listed in no particular order. VT Markets, the sponsor of this article, appears first. This list does not rank brokers or recommend any of them.

1. VT Markets

Platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, WebTrader and the VT Markets mobile app.

VT Markets focuses on the MetaTrader ecosystem, offering both MT4 and MT5 alongside a browser-based WebTrader and its own app. That makes it suitable for traders who want to use established MetaTrader tools while also having a simple mobile option.

Regulation: VT Markets Limited is licensed by the Financial Services Commission (FSC) of Mauritius as a Full-Service Investment Dealer (licence GB23202269). Other group entities are authorised by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) in South Africa as an intermediary and by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) in the UAE for introduction and promotion only.

Accounts: a Standard STP account with spreads from 1.2 pips and no commission, and a RAW ECN account with spreads from 0.0 pips plus a US$6 commission. Swap-free versions of both are available, with admin fees.

Worth knowing: VT Markets offers XAUUSD247, a gold product that can also be traded at weekends. Finance Magnates reported a minimum spread of 15 points on weekdays and 40 at weekends, reflecting thinner weekend liquidity. Withdrawals are protected by two-factor authentication.

2. BlackBull Markets

Platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and TradingView.

BlackBull Markets offers one of the broadest platform line-ups on this list, covering all four of the major third-party platforms. That gives traders the flexibility to switch between MetaTrader’s ecosystem, cTrader’s interface and TradingView’s charting without changing broker.

Regulation: a New Zealand entity regulated by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and an international entity licensed by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) of Seychelles.

Worth knowing: most international clients are served through the Seychelles entity, where protections differ from those available in New Zealand.

3. Fusion Markets

Platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader and TradingView.

Fusion Markets also supports all four major platforms, which suits traders who want to try different interfaces before settling on one. Its cTrader and TradingView options appeal to those who prefer modern charting over MetaTrader’s classic layout.

Regulation: an Australian entity licensed by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), plus entities regulated by the Vanuatu Financial Services Commission (VFSC) and the FSA of Seychelles.

Worth knowing: clients outside Australia are usually served by the offshore entities, which operate under different rules.

4. Eightcap

Platforms: MetaTrader 5 and TradingView, with MetaTrader 4 availability depending on the entity.

Eightcap is closely associated with Trading