Platform Comparison
| Feature | Rithmic | Tradovate | ProjectX | MetaTrader 5 | MetaTrader 4 | TradingView | FTMO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Live Data | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | — | — |
| Copy Trading | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | — | — |
| Order Execution | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — | — | — |
| Trade Import | CSV | CSV | — | HTML | HTML | CSV | CSV |
| Deposit/Withdrawal Import | — | — | — | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| Currency Conversion | — | — | — | Automatic | Automatic | — | — |
| Account Auto-Detection | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | Yes |
Rithmic

Supported Brokers
- Apex Trader Funding
- Bulenox
- Earn2Trade
- Take Profit Trader
- Elite Trader Funding
- The Trading Pit
- Lucid Trading
- AMP Futures
- NinjaTrader
Connection Requirements
- Rithmic username (provided by your broker)
- Rithmic password
- Broker selection
Connect Rithmic
Step-by-step guide to connecting your Rithmic account
Tradovate

Supported Brokers
- Tradeify
- My Funded Futures
- FundedNext
- Take Profit Trader
- Elite Trader Funding
- The Trading Pit
- Lucid Trading
Features
- OAuth-based secure authentication
- No API keys to manage
- Seamless account discovery
- Support for both demo and live accounts
Connection Requirements
- Tradovate account (demo or live)
- Authorization through Tradovate login
Connect Tradovate
Step-by-step guide to connecting your Tradovate account
ProjectX

Features
- API key authentication
- Multiple account support
- Real-time order synchronization
Connection Requirements
- ProjectX username
- API key (generated from your ProjectX dashboard)
Connect ProjectX
Step-by-step guide to connecting your ProjectX account
MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5 (MT5) is the most widely used platform for forex and CFD trading, supported by hundreds of brokers and prop firms worldwide.Connection Type
MT5 connects via HTML trade report import. There is no live connection — you export your trade history from MT5 and import it into Edge Analyzer.How to Export
- Open MetaTrader 5
- Go to View → Toolbox → Trade History tab
- Right-click in the trade history area
- Select Save as Detailed Report
- Save the HTML file to your computer
Features
- Trade import with automatic account detection
- Deposit and withdrawal detection from balance transactions
- Automatic currency conversion for non-USD accounts (using ECB exchange rates)
- Support for all MT5 brokers and prop firms
Import Trades
Step-by-step guide to importing trades from MT5
MetaTrader 4
MetaTrader 4 (MT4) remains popular among forex traders, especially with prop firms that still support the platform.Connection Type
MT4 connects via HTML trade report import, the same process as MT5.How to Export
- Open MetaTrader 4
- Click the Account History tab at the bottom
- Right-click in the trade history area
- Select Save as Detailed Report
- Save the HTML file to your computer
Features
- Trade import with automatic account detection
- Deposit and withdrawal detection from balance transactions
- Automatic currency conversion for non-USD accounts (using ECB exchange rates)
- Support for all MT4 brokers and prop firms
Import Trades
Step-by-step guide to importing trades from MT4
TradingView
TradingView’s paper trading feature lets you practice strategies with simulated trades. You can export those trades and import them into Edge Analyzer for analysis.Connection Type
TradingView connects via CSV trade export. There is no live connection.How to Export
- Open TradingView
- Go to Paper Trading → History → Filled
- Click Export data to download a CSV file
- Save the CSV file to your computer
Features
- Trade import from paper trading history
- Useful for backtesting analysis and strategy review
Import Trades
Step-by-step guide to importing trades from TradingView
FTMO
FTMO is one of the most popular forex/CFD prop firms. Edge Analyzer supports direct CSV import from FTMO’s Trading Journal, alongside MT4 and MT5 report imports.Connection Type
FTMO connects via CSV trade export from the FTMO Trading Journal. You can also import FTMO trades using MT4 or MT5 HTML reports if you prefer.How to Export
- Log in to your FTMO account
- Navigate to the Trading Journal section
- Select your desired date range
- Click Export to CSV to download your trade history
Features
- Direct CSV import from FTMO Trading Journal
- Automatic account ID detection
- FTMO prop firm plan tracking and rule monitoring
Import Trades
Step-by-step guide to importing trades from FTMO
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