CTrader wins for pros (faster, transparent); MT5 for versatility; skip MT4 unless legacy EAs are your jam.
Avoid These in 2025
Outdated Platforms: Pure MT4 without MT5 upgrade—lacks 2025 volatility tools.
Unregulated Brokers: Stick to prop-recommended (e.g., no offshore unknowns with 1:1000 leverage traps).
High-Latency Setups: Non-VPS on DXtrade during NFP—use QuantVPS for 1ms ... https://acmilanfansclub.com/read-blog/6091_best-brokers-and-platforms-used-by-funded-traders-in-2025.html