Our Verdict
TradingView scores higher overall (9.5/10 vs 8.5/10) on our methodology, which weighs features & data (35%), pricing & value (30%), usability (20%), integrations & support (15%). That makes it the stronger all-round choice for most people.
But a higher score doesn't make it the right pick for you. TradingView is built for every trader — the de facto standard for charting and analysis, while MetaTrader 5 targets forex/cfd traders and algo traders using expert advisors. If your situation matches the second description, the lower-scoring option is the better decision — the score measures general quality, not personal fit.