More than 70% of retail trades are now placed on mobile devices. If you are spread betting on the go, the quality of your broker's mobile app matters enormously. Here are the best in 2026.
What Makes a Good Trading App?
- Speed — order execution must be instant, with no lag
- Charting — full-featured charts with indicators, drawing tools, and multiple timeframes
- Alerts — price alerts and push notifications
- Account management — deposits, withdrawals, and account overview
- Stability — the app must not crash during volatile markets
Top 5 Spread Betting Apps
1. IG Trading App
The IG app mirrors the desktop experience closely. Excellent charting with 30+ indicators, full order management, price alerts, and Reuters news feed. Supports Face ID login and real-time streaming quotes. Available on iOS and Android.
2. CMC Markets App
CMC's mobile app brings their award-winning Next Generation platform to mobile. Pattern recognition tools, customisable dashboards, and the best charting of any mobile app we have tested. Very smooth performance.
3. Capital.com App
The most beginner-friendly mobile app. Clean interface, built-in AI trading insights, and educational content accessible right from the app. Ideal if you are new to spread betting and want guidance on the go.
4. Pepperstone (cTrader Mobile)
If you trade forex, the cTrader mobile app is outstanding. Level 2 order book, one-tap trading, and excellent chart quality. Also supports MT4/MT5 mobile for those who prefer MetaTrader.
5. eToro App
The social trading features work beautifully on mobile. Browse and copy successful traders, manage your portfolio, and execute trades. The CopyTrader feature is particularly well-suited to mobile use.
Tips for Mobile Trading
- Always use stop losses — you cannot monitor your phone constantly
- Set price alerts — let the app notify you instead of watching charts all day
- Use Wi-Fi for trading — mobile data can be unreliable during peak hours
- Enable two-factor authentication — protect your trading account
- Avoid trading on the tube — no signal means no stop loss adjustments
Between 51-82% of retail investor accounts lose money when spread betting. The convenience of mobile trading does not reduce the risks involved.
