Best brokers in the United Kingdom with the MT5 platform

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Check out the brokers available in the United Kingdom that offer access to MetaTrader 5.

The FXStreet Team highlights FxPro as one of the most notable brokers that offer MetaTrader 5 (MT5) in the United Kingdom in 2026. It provides a full MT5 experience, fast and reliable trade execution and multi-asset trading, supporting the platform’s technical capabilities for both discretionary and automated strategies. HFM combines MT5 support with strong regulatory standing, and TIOmarkets delivers a well-rounded trading environment with additional platform options. All listed brokers meet proper regulation standards by holding a license from the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). In the UK market, MT5 is typically offered alongside other platforms, with FCA-regulated firms using it to deliver access to Forex, indices, commodities and share CFDs from a single infrastructure. UK traders can connect through both domestically regulated and international entities, with platform support, execution stability and hosting options forming a key part of the overall trading setup. MetaTrader 5 is a multi-asset trading platform developed by MetaQuotes, released in 2010 as the successor to MetaTrader 4, and designed to support a significant number of asset classes from a single interface. It is differentiated by expanded charting timeframes, a larger suite of built-in analytical tools, and the MQL5 programming environment with a multi-threaded strategy tester and virtual hosting for continuous operation. For traders, this translates into the ability to run complex Expert Advisors, backtest strategies across different markets and horizons, tap into a marketplace of third-party tools, and manage diversified portfolios within one coherent platform.

Which other platforms are available at these best brokers in the United Kingdom?

The platform environment alongside MT5 plays an important role in the overall trading experience, from additional charting tools to alternative execution interfaces and automation support. Other platforms commonly available include MetaTrader 4 (MT4), cTrader, TradingView, and broker-developed proprietary platforms. MT4 remains widely used among forex-focused traders and supports a large library of automated trading scripts. cTrader offers a modern interface with depth-of-market data and order execution tools. TradingView provides web-based charting with community-driven analysis and broker-integrated trading. Proprietary platforms vary by broker and are typically designed for ease of use and account management. The comparison table below breaks down trading platforms for each broker.

Broker nameTrading platforms
FxProMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), MT4 WebTerminal, MT5 WebTrader, cTrader, TradingView, FxPro Trading App, FxPro Webtrader
HFMMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), HFM Platform
TIOmarketsMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), MT5 WebTrader, MT4 WebTerminal, MAM/PAMM, Autocopy
Capital.comMetaTrader 5 (MT5), MetaTrader 4 (MT4), TradingView
SwissquoteMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), CFXD (Integrated with TradingView.com)

Data in the table shows that all five brokers support MetaTrader 5 alongside other platforms. MetaTrader 4 is also available at FxPro, HFM, TIOmarkets, Capital.com, and Swissquote. FxPro adds MT4 WebTerminal, MT5 WebTrader, cTrader, TradingView, FxPro Trading App, and FxPro Webtrader. TIOmarkets includes MT5 WebTrader, MT4 WebTerminal and Autocopy, while HFM provides its own HFM Platform. Capital.com and Swissquote both list TradingView-linked options, with Capital.com offering TradingView and Swissquote offering CFXD integrated with TradingView.com.

How well-regulated are the top brokers that offer MT5 in the UK?

Regulation is one of the most important factors when considering choosing a broker. It sets the standards the broker must meet for client protection, operational procedures and financial oversight. Comparing a broker's regulatory licences helps traders understand the level of supervision it operates under. Traders should bear in mind that the competent authority in the United Kingdom is the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). This table breaks down regulations.

Broker nameRegulation
FxProFCA, SCB
HFMFCA, FSCA, FSA, CMA, SVGFSA
TIOmarketsFCA, FSA, MISA
Capital.comSCB, FCA, ASIC
SwissquoteFINMA, DFSA, SFC, FCA

The table shows that all five brokers hold multiple regulatory licenses, with every broker authorized by the FCA (United Kingdom). HFM combines its UK license with FSCA (South Africa), FSA (Seychelles), CMA (Kenya), and SVGFSA (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines), giving it the broadest regulatory mix in the group. Swissquote stands out with FINMA (Switzerland), DFSA (United Arab Emirates) and SFC (Hong Kong), while Capital.com adds ASIC (Australia) and SCB (Bahamas).

What markets do the top brokers in the UK with the MT5 platform provide access to?

These brokers offer a range of asset classes, allowing traders to manage diversified portfolios without having to switch brokers. We can mention, for example, traditional asset classes, including Forex or commodities, but you can check the complete list in the table below.

Broker nameInstruments
FxProForex (Major & Minor Pairs), Exotic Pairs, Indices, Future Indices, Share CFDs, Commodities, Energy & Oil, Precious Metals, Gold, Silver, Crypto (OTC)
HFMForex (Major & Minor Pairs), Indices, Stocks, Commodities, Energy & Oil, Precious Metals, Gold, Silver, Cryptocurrencies, Exotic Pairs, ETFs / ETNs, Bonds
TIOmarketsForex (Major & Minor Pairs), Exotic Pairs, Indices, Share CFDs, Energy & Oil, Precious Metals, Gold, Silver, Commodities, Cryptocurrencies, Leveraged Crypto (OTC), Spread Betting, Spot Markets, Futures, US Stocks, Stocks, Future Indices
Capital.comForex (Major & Minor Pairs), Indices, Stocks, Share CFDs, US Stocks, US ETFs, Commodities, Energy & Oil, Precious Metals, Gold, Silver, Cryptocurrencies, Interest Rates
SwissquoteExotic Pairs, Indices, Basket Indices, Future Indices, Share CFDs, Commodities, Energy & Oil, Precious Metals, Gold, Silver, Bonds, Forex (Major & Minor Pairs)

Data in the table shows that all five brokers support Forex trading, with coverage of major and minor pairs and, in most cases, exotic pairs. Indices, commodities, including energies and precious metals, such as Gold and Silver, and share CFDs are also widely available across FxPro, HFM, TIOmarkets, Capital.com, and Swissquote. Cryptocurrencies are offered by HFM, TIOmarkets, and Capital.com, while HFM and Swissquote add bonds, and HFM and Capital.com list ETFs. TIOmarkets stands out with spread betting, spot markets, futures and leveraged crypto, and Swissquote includes basket and future indices.

Which account types are available at these best brokers?

Each broker offers a range of account types designed to suit different trading styles and levels of experience. Account types can vary in terms of spreads, commissions, minimum deposits and available features. Use the table below to view the accounts available across the five brokers.

Broker nameAccount types
FxProStandard (MT4 or MT5), Raw+ (MT4 or MT5), cTrader
HFMCent, Zero, Premium, PRO, Infinity X
TIOmarketsNano Account, Standard Account, Raw Spread Account, VIP Black Account, Islamic Swap-Free Account, Copy Trading Account
Capital.comRetail, Professional
SwissquotePremium, Prime, Elite

Data in the table shows that trading accounts offerings vary across these brokers with MT5. FxPro lists Standard (MT4 or MT5), Raw+ (MT4 or MT5), and cTrader accounts, while HFM offers Cent, Zero, Premium, PRO, and Infinity X accounts. TIOmarkets includes Nano, Standard, Raw Spread, VIP Black and Copy Trading accounts. Capital.com focuses on Retail and Professional accounts, whereas Swissquote groups its offering into Premium, Prime, and Elite accounts.

FxPro

Regulated byFCA, SCB
Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawalsAUD, CAD, CHF, EUR, GBP, JPY, NZD, USD, AED, INR, MYR, THB, NGN, VND, ZA
Trading platforms allowedMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), MT4 WebTerminal, MT5 WebTrader, cTrader, TradingView, FxPro Trading App, FxPro Webtrader
Customer service languages availableArabic, Bulgarian, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Danish, Dutch, English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Kazakh, Korean, Kurdish, Latvian, Lithuanian, Malay, Norwegian, Portuguese, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Turkish, Vietnamese, Urdu, Ukrainian, Thai

HFM

Regulated byFCA, FSCA, FSA, CMA, SVGFSA
Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawalsEUR, GBP, USD, THB, IDR, ZAR, NGN, KES
Trading platforms allowedMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), HFM Platform
Customer service languages availableEnglish, Spanish, Portuguese, French, Italian, Arabic, Persian (Farsi), Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Indonesian, Malay, Hindi, Bengali, Urdu, German, Greek

TIOmarkets

Regulated byFCA, FSA, MISA
Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawalsAUD, CAD, EUR, GBP, JPY, USD, AED, CZK, ZAR
Trading platforms allowedMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), MT5 WebTrader, MT4 WebTerminal, MAM/PAMM, Autocopy
Customer service languages availableEnglish, Malay, Portuguese, Arabic, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Thai, Vietnamese, Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Turkish, Korean, Japanese, Spanish

Capital.com

Regulated bySCB, FCA, ASIC
Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawalsEUR, GBP, USD, CHF, AED, USDT
Trading platforms allowedMetaTrader 5 (MT5), MetaTrader 4 (MT4), TradingView
Customer service languages availableArabic, Chinese (Simplified), English, French, Italian, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Dutch

Swissquote

Regulated byFINMA, DFSA, SFC, FCA
Currencies accepted for deposits/withdrawalsCHF, EUR, GBP, USD
Trading platforms allowedMetaTrader 4 (MT4), MetaTrader 5 (MT5), CFXD (Integrated with TradingView.com)
Customer service languages availableItalian, English, French, German, Polish, Russian, Spanish, Chinese (Simplified), Arabic

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Our editorial team personally tests each broker with real accounts. We evaluate spreads, execution speed, customer support, and withdrawal times over a 3-month period. Every broker on this list has been independently verified by at least two members of our research team to ensure accuracy and fairness in our recommendations.