Comparison

cTrader vs Match

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

Head to head
About

cTrader

Trade global assets like Forex, metals, and stocks with advanced charting and analysis tools. Customize your trading experience with price alerts, trade statistics, and a user-friendly interface. Access all your accounts in one place for seamless on-the-go trading.

Highlights
  • Trade Forex, Metals, Oil, Indices, Stocks, ETFs
  • Advanced technical analysis tools
  • Customizable price alerts
  • Trade statistics and performance review
  • Multiple chart types and drawing tools
  • One-click trading with QuickTrade Mode
  • Symbol watchlists and account management
Features
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The cTrader mobile app supports trading in forex, metals, oil, indices, stocks and ETFs. Trade with top brokers including IC Markets, Pepperstone, BlackBull, FP Markets, FPM Trading, Fusion Markets, AUTU Securities, Axiory, Deriv, Dominion Markets, FxPro, TopFX, TradeView Markets, Tradona Markets, Skilling and many others. Log in securely, connect your trading accounts and stay in sync across devices. Get access to a complete range of order types, advanced technical analysis tools, price alerts, trade statistics, advanced order and risk management settings, symbol watchlists and a variety of options to customize the platform to your on-the-go trading style. Trade on a fast, transparent trading platform designed for serious traders: - Detailed symbol information helps you understand the assets you are trading - Symbol trading sessions show you when each market is open or closed - Integrated market news keeps you informed about events that may affect your trading - Fluid, responsive charts and QuickTrade mode allow for one-tap order execution - Market sentiment indicators show how other traders are positioned Use advanced technical analysis tools with flexible settings for all indicators and drawings: - Multiple chart types, including time-based, tick, Renko, range and Heikin-Ashi - Several chart views such as candlesticks, bar, line, dots and area charts - A rich set of drawing tools, including trend lines, Fibonacci tools, channels, shapes, text and pitchforks - Dozens of popular technical indicators to support your trading strategies Stay in control with powerful trading tools: - Configure push and email alerts to stay updated on key events - Manage all your accounts in one app and switch between them quickly - Review detailed trade statistics and performance metrics - Set price alerts to be notified when a price reaches your chosen level - Create and manage symbol watchlists to track your favourite instruments - Manage active sessions and log out from other devices when needed - Trade comfortably with a dark theme optimized for long trading sessions - Access the platform in 22 languages to trade in your preferred language cTrader is trusted as a transparent, reliable trading platform rather than a single broker brand. Whether you trade Forex, CFDs, stock CFDs or gold, cTrader provides the tools you need to analyze markets, manage risk and execute your trading plan from anywhere.

About

Match

This trading platform offers a simulated environment for traders to explore its features and functionality. It provides real-time synchronization across devices and embeds client office tools for seamless account management. Advanced analytics and charting tools are available for in-depth market analysis.

Highlights
  • Simulated trading environment
  • Real-time cross-device synchronization
  • Embedded client office functionalities
  • Funds required for trades displayed
  • Expected profit/loss calculations
  • Advanced analytical tools
  • Multiple indicators for chart analysis
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MATCH-TRADER, the all-in-one trading platform created by Match-Trade Technologies. This app is only for educational purposes. Traders can see the app's functionality without the possibility to make a real deposit. • Match-Trader platform was developed using cutting-edge Progressive Web App Technology. The app adapts its interface and features to the device, so all user’s settings are synchronized across the web, mobile, and desktop in real-time, making it the best platform to trade on the go. • As all the Client Office / Trader Room functionalities are embedded in the platform, users can manage their accounts without having to leave the platform and log in to another app. • It provides a full view of funds required to open the trade, an expected result of take-profit, and stop-loss orders. • Advanced analytical tools and multiple indicators allow traders an in-depth analysis of charts.

Screenshots

cTrader4 screens
Match3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: cTrader at 87% against Match's 0%. cTrader also leads on device support. On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
cTrader versus Match: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParametercTraderMatch
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.8K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews87.4% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings1.8K — better—
Update frequencyWeekly—
AdsNo—
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — better—
Requires iOS15.014.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size240 MB18 MB
Age rating17+17+
DeveloperSpotwareMatchTrade Technologies LLC

Customer experience

cTrader

All ratings1,796 ratings
Positive94.7%
Neutral2.3%
Negative3.0%
Written reviews1,489 reviews
Positive87.4%
Neutral4.9%
Negative7.7%

Match

Written reviews8 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

Bugs and requests

cTrader

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Equity/balance panel not accessible on iOS
  • Inconsistent order execution and slippage issues
  • Inability to sort orders and positions by price or TP/SL

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add candle timer and settings to customize TP levels
  • Improve mobile app to match desktop functionality
  • Implement dark mode and more chart customization options
  • Synchronize indicators and drawings across platforms
  • Add more advanced risk management tools

Match

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

cTrader

No in-app purchases

None

Match

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is cTrader free?
cTrader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Match free?
Match is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

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