Which Deriv App Do You Need?

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Multipliers / accumulators on derived indicesDeriv GO
CFDs with copy tradingDeriv cTrader
CFDs via MetaTrader 5MT5
MT5 copy tradingNakala
Account management, deposits, withdrawalsDeriv Online Trading
Local deposits / P2P fund transfersDeriv P2P
📌 Note: Deriv X, previously available as a customisable multi-asset CFD platform, was discontinued in August 2025 and is no longer available for download.

The Six Deriv Apps, Explained

Hub app
Deriv Online Trading
Account management hub — access all platforms, wallets, and settings from one place.
Options trading
Deriv GO
Mobile app for multipliers and accumulators on synthetic indices and forex.
CFD trading
MetaTrader 5 (MT5)
Primary CFD platform — forex, indices, commodities, crypto, and synthetic indices.
MT5 copy trading
Nakala
Follow and mirror MT5 signal providers automatically.
CFD + copy trading
Deriv cTrader
Modern CFD platform with built-in copy trading and Level II pricing.
Deposits / withdrawals
Deriv P2P
Peer-to-peer transfers in local currencies via 100+ regional payment methods.

Deriv Online Trading

Deriv Online Trading is the mobile hub app available on Android and iOS that gives access to Deriv's entire ecosystem — account management and gateway to all active MT5 and Options accounts.

The app displays all accounts linked to a Deriv profile, including MT5 and Options accounts, and provides direct access to wallets, profile settings, and navigation to all connected trading platforms from a single dashboard.

📌 Note: Deriv Online Trading replaces the original Deriv Trading app, which was removed from the Play Store in December 2023. Traders in South Africa, Kenya, Nigeria, and other African markets who cannot find the app on the Play Store can access the same account management functions via app.deriv.com in Chrome.

Deriv GO

Deriv GO is a mobile options trading app available on iOS and Android, built specifically for Deriv's multiplier and accumulator products on derived indices, forex pairs, and cryptocurrencies. It is Deriv's most-downloaded app with over 1 million downloads on Google Play.

Features include a $10,000 demo account, stop loss, take profit, and deal cancellation tools, with a minimal interface built for small screens. It is not an all-in-one platform — it covers proprietary product types that are not standard regulated instruments.

⚠️ Warning — Synthetic Indices: Deriv GO is the dedicated mobile app for synthetic indices (Volatility indices, Boom/Crash indices, and similar derived products). Regardless of where they are accessed, synthetic indices are generated by Deriv's own random number algorithm — not real financial market movements — and carry a built-in house edge. Treat them as a casino product, not a financial market.
Deriv GO works well for fast, short-term trades using multipliers on mobile. We suggest Deriv traders diversify to a CFD app because Deriv GO does not cover regular markets like forex or stocks.

Deriv MT5

Deriv MT5 is Deriv's primary CFD trading platform, available on Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android. It gives access to the widest range of regulated instruments — forex, stock indices, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and synthetic indices — through the industry-standard MetaTrader 5 interface.

The desktop version is the most complete environment: full charting with 38 built-in indicators, Expert Advisor support for automated strategies, one-click execution, and multi-window layout. The mobile version is adequate for monitoring positions and placing orders on the go.

⚠️ Note on APK files: Unofficial "Deriv MT5" APK files circulate on third-party sites, particularly in markets where the Play Store listing is absent. These are not from Deriv. The broker's security page explicitly warns against installing apps from outside official stores, citing credential theft as the primary risk. The only legitimate Android route is the MetaQuotes-published MetaTrader 5 app from Google Play, using Deriv-issued server credentials to log in.
📌 How to download Deriv MT5: Deriv does not have its own branded MT5 app on the Play Store or App Store. Traders must use the official "MetaTrader 5" published by MetaQuotes and log in with their Deriv server details. The browser version is also available through the Trader's Hub at app.deriv.com.
Deriv MT5 is the recommended download for traders using Deriv for regulated CFD trading. The desktop version on Windows or macOS is the more capable environment. Of all Deriv's apps, this is the one most aligned with how a regulated CFD broker platform is typically used.

Deriv Nakala

Deriv Nakala is a social copy trading app available on iOS and Android that connects to a Deriv MT5 Standard account, allowing traders to follow and automatically mirror the trades of signal providers across forex, gold, and other CFD instruments.

Nakala handles the discovery, analysis, and management of signal providers — while actual trade execution flows through the linked MT5 account. An active Deriv MT5 Standard account is required before the app can be set up.

Nakala is MT5-specific. Deriv cTrader's copy trading is a separate, self-contained system tied to cTrader accounts only — the two are not interchangeable.

Nakala is the correct download for traders who want to copy MT5 signal providers on Deriv without managing trades manually. It is not a standalone trading platform — it requires a linked MT5 account to function.

Deriv cTrader

Deriv cTrader is available on iOS, Android, macOS, and Windows, covering CFDs on forex, metals, oil, stock indices, and ETFs with built-in copy trading included at no additional cost. It features 60+ custom indicators, price alerts, chart trading, and over 150 financial and synthetic instruments.

Its standout feature is Level II pricing — most trading apps show a single price (the best available buy or sell). cTrader shows the full order book: multiple price levels stacked with how much trading volume sits at each. In plain terms, traders can see not just "the current price is X" but "there are 10 lots at X, 25 lots at X+0.1, and 15 lots at X+0.2." This matters for scalpers and short-term traders who need to know how easily an order will fill at a target price before placing it.

cTrader is more modern and cleaner than the classic MT5 layout. It is the better download for traders who want copy trading alongside CFD execution, or who prefer a streamlined order management interface over MT5's.

Deriv P2P

Deriv P2P is a peer-to-peer payment app available on iOS and Android, built for depositing and withdrawing funds in local currencies through over 100 regional payment methods. It connects traders directly with local exchange counterparts in markets where standard banking is slow, limited, or expensive.

The app supports bank transfers, e-wallets, and regional payment options, with in-app chat for direct messaging between buyer and seller. Note that Deriv P2P has no trading functionality — it is a funding tool only.

📌 Recommended for: Traders in East Africa (mobile money markets), West Africa, and Southeast Asia where traditional banking is slow or expensive. Deriv P2P users have visible completion rates and ratings for better trust assessment. The app has a strong built-in dispute system handled by Deriv staff.

Conclusion

The right Deriv app comes down to one question: what does the trader plan to trade?

For regulated CFD trading — forex, stock indices, commodities — the correct download is MT5 or cTrader. MT5 is the more widely supported option; cTrader is better for traders who want copy trading and a cleaner interface. For Deriv's proprietary options products, Deriv GO is the dedicated app — but traders should understand that synthetic indices, Deriv GO's primary instruments, are RNG-generated products with a built-in house edge.

📌 For traders in South Africa, Kenya, India, and Bangladesh on entry-level Android devices: Deriv GO and Deriv Online Trading are the lightest apps and load reliably on 3G/4G connections. MT5 mobile is functional but heavier — on low-spec devices, the browser version via app.deriv.com is a more stable alternative. Add Deriv P2P if local currency funding is needed.