Comparison

RemoTrader vs OctopusTerminal

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ€” with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

RemoTrader

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RemoTrader โ€“ Your trading remote for cTrader RemoTrader turns your iPhone or iPad into a full-featured remote control to manage your trades on the cTrader Desktop app (Mac & Windows), locally via the same Wi-Fi network. Perfect for active traders, especially scalpers, who need speed, simplicity, and total control. RemoTrader requires an active subscription (7-day free trial, then monthly payment) to function. Designed specifically for scalping โ€ข Fast execution of market orders (Buy / Sell) โ€ข Clean, action-optimized interface โ€ข Zero latency: direct communication with your cTrader Mac or PC on the same Wi-Fi network Discipline and risk management built in With integrated trading rules, RemoTrader helps you stay disciplined: โ€ข Set a daily loss limit โ€ข Automatically block trades when the limit is reached โ€ข Avoid overtrading and impulsive decisions Security and privacy โ€ข No data transmitted over the internet โ€ข Communication between your iPhone and PC/Mac happens only locally via your Wi-Fi network โ€ข Your account data never leaves your environment Key features โ€ข Remote control of cTrader (execution, close, break even, etc.) โ€ข Display of PnL, spread, and number of trades for the day โ€ข Display of symbol and active account โ€ข Adjustable volume, stop loss, and take profit โ€ข Partial or full position closing Requirements โ€ข cTrader Desktop must be installed on your PC or Mac โ€ข The provided cBot must be added to the chart and running โ€ข Your iPhone must be connected to the same Wi-Fi network as your computer App Access A RemoTrader Premium subscription is required to access the app. Enjoy a 7-day free trial The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. Terms of Use (EULA) and Privacy Policy available below. Terms of Use: https://remotrader.com/terms Privacy Policy: https://remotrader.com/privacy

About

OctopusTerminal

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Octopus Terminal is a professional MetaTrader 5 (MT5) mobile trading terminal designed for serious traders who manage multiple accounts. KEY FEATURES: Multi-Account Management - Connect and manage multiple MT5 trading accounts simultaneously - Support for server name, manual entry, and direct IP connection modes - Auto-discover broker servers with built-in search - Real-time balance, equity, and profit tracking Copy Trading - Set a master account and copy trades to multiple slave accounts instantly - Per-slave lot multiplier configuration - Per-slave symbol mapping - trade across brokers with different symbol names (e.g., XAUUSD to XAUUSDm) - Real-time trade synchronization with SL/TP mirroring - Activity logs for full transparency Arbitrage Trading - Advanced arbitrage tools for professional traders - Real-time quote monitoring across accounts Live Charts - Interactive trading charts powered by TradingView - Multiple timeframes and technical indicators Security - Encrypted credential storage - Device-bound authentication - Secure session management Additional Features - Trade monitoring across all accounts - Preset settings for quick configuration - In-app support chat and broadcast channel - Detailed activity logs - Strategy marketplace Octopus Terminal is built for traders who need professional-grade tools on the go. Whether you are copy trading across brokers, monitoring multiple accounts, or executing arbitrage strategies, everything is at your fingertips. Note: This app requires active MT5 trading accounts with supported brokers. Terms of Use (EULA): https://octopusterminal.com/terms-and-conditions Privacy Policy: https://octopusterminal.com/privacy-policy

Screenshots

RemoTrader3 screens
OctopusTerminal4 screens

Verdict

The call

RemoTrader and OctopusTerminal are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters โ€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them โ€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS

CostPrice ยท In-app purchases ยท Ads ยท Monetization

Both are free to download. RemoTrader sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $12.99 per month and OctopusTerminal sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $19.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
RemoTrader versus OctopusTerminal: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRemoTraderOctopusTerminal
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 2 daysโ€”
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod โ€” betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS15.615.0 โ€” better
Further details โ€” not scored
Size2 MB242 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperRedArrowSPIRAL NINETEEN IT TECHNOLOGIES L.L.C

In-app purchases

1 purchases

RemoTrader

Subscriptions1
  • Full Access RemoTrader$12.991 Month
3 purchases

OctopusTerminal

Subscriptions3
  • Active$19.991 Month
  • Expert$49.991 Month
  • Advance$99.991 Month

Questions

Is RemoTrader free?
RemoTrader is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is OctopusTerminal free?
OctopusTerminal is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do RemoTrader or OctopusTerminal have ads?
Neither RemoTrader nor OctopusTerminal shows ads.

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