MT5 white label vs EVO: cost, setup time and control compared
A fair, side-by-side look at an MT5 white label and EVO's all-in-one platform: how each is priced, how fast you can launch, what is included and how much control you get.
EVO PlatformsTrading platforms9 min readFor years, an MT5 white label was the default way to launch a forex broker. MetaTrader 5 is an established, widely used platform with strong trader recognition, a large ecosystem of indicators and Expert Advisors, and mature desktop and mobile apps. Many successful brokers run on it today.
But the market has changed. Industry media have widely reported that MetaQuotes stopped or heavily restricted new white-label arrangements from around 2022, with new brokers increasingly pointed towards direct server licences that come with stricter requirements. At the same time, web-based all-in-one platforms have matured. This article compares the two routes fairly: an MT5 white label (or MT5-based setup) and EVO Platforms, on cost model, setup time, what is included, branding, control, support and data isolation.
Key takeaways
- MT5 is an established, widely used platform with a large ecosystem, and remains a strong fit for clients who rely on EAs and MetaTrader apps.
- New MT5 white labels are widely reported to be restricted since around 2022; confirm current availability and terms with MetaQuotes or a reseller.
- MT5 white-label pricing is set by resellers and typically excludes CRM, client area, bridge and website.
- EVO bundles WebTrader, CRM, back office, price feed and website for one flat monthly fee, with no setup fee or revenue share, live in under 24 hours.
- Each EVO broker runs on an isolated dedicated server, which simplifies data separation.
What is an MT5 white label?
A white label lets a broker offer a platform under its own brand without owning the full server licence. With MetaTrader, the arrangement has traditionally worked like this: a company holding an MT5 server licence (a so-called main label) creates a branded instance for a smaller broker, who then pays that company a setup fee and a monthly fee.
The broker gets its name on the platform and access to manager tools, while the main-label holder runs the server infrastructure and the relationship with MetaQuotes. The CRM, client area, payment integrations, liquidity bridge and website are usually separate products, either from the same reseller or from other vendors.
Is an MT5 white label still available?
This is the first question to ask. Multiple industry sources reported that MetaQuotes paused new white labels around 2022 and has since tightened its requirements, including for offshore brokers and prop firms. Some resellers still advertise MT5-based packages, and terms differ case by case. If you are considering this route, confirm current availability in writing with MetaQuotes or the reseller before you budget around it.
MT5 white label vs EVO: side-by-side comparison
The table below compares a typical MT5 white-label arrangement through a reseller with EVO Platforms. MT5 details are described qualitatively because terms vary by reseller and over time.
| Factor | MT5 white label (via reseller) | EVO Platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | New white labels commonly reported as restricted since around 2022; direct licences have stricter requirements | Available to brokers worldwide |
| Setup time | Commonly several weeks, depending on approvals, reseller and integrations | Less than 24 hours: you pay, we deploy, you are live the next day |
| Pricing model | Typically a setup fee plus monthly fee; some resellers add per-account or volume charges | Flat monthly fee, no setup fee, no revenue share, no usage limits |
| CRM | Usually a separate product and contract | EVO-CRM included |
| Back office and risk | MT5 manager tools; extra risk tools often from third parties | Included in the same system as the CRM |
| Price feed | Provided via the server setup or a separate feed or bridge | Built-in feed, 250+ real-time symbols; you can plug in your own |
| Broker website | Usually separate | Branded website connected to the CRM available |
| Branding | Your brand on the apps, within MetaTrader's interface and naming rules | Full white label: your brand, logo, colours and domain everywhere |
| Control and customisation | Configuration within MT5's feature set; server-level changes depend on the main-label holder | Configuration in the back office; custom features built on request and quoted |
| Support | Varies by reseller | 24/7, Telegram-first, answers in minutes |
| Data isolation | Depends on the reseller; some host several white labels on shared infrastructure | Each broker on its own isolated server (dedicated VPS) |
| Trader ecosystem | Very large: EAs, MQL5 community, desktop terminal, wide recognition | Web-based WebTrader for desktop and mobile browsers |
MT5 white label cost: how the pricing usually works
MetaQuotes does not publish white-label prices, so MT5 white label cost depends entirely on the reseller. What is commonly reported is the structure rather than a single number:
- A setup fee to create and brand your instance.
- A monthly fee for the server, maintenance and support.
- Possible variable charges, such as per active account or per volume traded, depending on the reseller.
- Separate bills for CRM, client area, bridge or liquidity, PSP integrations and website.
When you add these together, the true cost of an MT5-based stack is the platform plus everything around it. A direct MT5 server licence is a much larger commitment again, typically aimed at established brokers with regulatory standing.
With EVO, the platform, CRM, back office, price feed and website sit under one flat monthly fee, with no setup fee and no revenue share. EVO prices are not public; contact EVO for current plans or see the pricing page. For a full budget view, read our guide to the cost to start a brokerage.
Setup time: weeks vs less than 24 hours
With an MT5 white label, launch time typically depends on several parties: the reseller, any approval process, and the separate vendors for CRM, client area, payments and website. Each integration adds testing time, so a realistic timeline is commonly measured in weeks.
EVO is delivered as SaaS on a dedicated server. The process is simple: you pay, EVO deploys, and you are live the next day with your branded WebTrader, CRM, back office and feed already connected. That speed matters most when you have marketing ready to go or clients waiting to move.
What is included and how much control you get
CRM and back office
MetaTrader is a trading platform, not a CRM. Brokers on MT5 typically buy a separate forex CRM for leads, sales and retention desks, and a client area for KYC and deposits. EVO includes EVO-CRM, with lead management for 20,000+ leads, sales and retention desks, roles, deposit and withdrawal approval flows, activity logs and security logs, plus a back office for symbols, spreads, leverage per client, limits per symbol, margin call and stop out.
Control
On a white label, you configure what the main-label holder allows within MT5's feature set. Deeper changes depend on them and on MetaQuotes. With EVO, you control settings directly in the back office, and any extra feature, module or integration (for example a new payment gateway or liquidity provider) can be built on request and quoted.
Where MT5 is still the stronger choice
A fair comparison has to say where MetaTrader 5 shines. MT5 may suit you better if:
- Your target clients specifically ask for MetaTrader and use Expert Advisors or MQL5 indicators.
- You rely on a desktop terminal and the established MetaTrader mobile apps.
- You already hold, or can obtain, a direct MT5 licence and have the team to run it.
- Your IB partners and copy-trading strategies are built around the MetaTrader ecosystem.
Many brokers also run more than one platform. The right answer depends on your clients and your business model, not on which brand is bigger.
Where EVO is the better fit
EVO is built for brokers, especially B-book brokers, who want to launch fast and own their brand fully:
- New brokers who cannot get, or do not want to wait for, an MT5 white label.
- Brokers who want platform, CRM, back office, feed and website from one provider.
- Teams that want predictable costs: flat monthly fee, no setup fee, no revenue share.
- MENA brokers who need full Arabic RTL in the platform and CRM, plus English and German.
- Brokers who want their own isolated server rather than shared infrastructure.
Weighing a broader set of options? See our guide to the best MetaTrader alternatives.
Switching from MT5 to EVO
If you already run on an MT5 white label and are worried about availability, cost or control, moving does not have to be a big-bang project. EVO's team helps you set up your branded platform, configure symbols and risk settings, and move your operations across. Learn how it works on our page for brokers switching platforms, or message EVO's 24/7 support on Telegram at @evoplatforms.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an MT5 white label cost?
MetaQuotes does not publish white-label prices, so costs depend on the reseller. The structure is commonly a setup fee plus a monthly fee, sometimes with per-account or volume charges. CRM, client area, bridge and website are usually extra. Ask each reseller for a full written quote covering every component you need.
Can I still get an MT5 white label in 2026?
Industry media have reported since around 2022 that MetaQuotes stopped or heavily restricted new white labels, steering brokers toward direct licences with stricter requirements. Some resellers still offer MT5-based packages. Availability varies by case, so confirm directly with MetaQuotes or the reseller before planning your launch around it.
What is the best MetaTrader 5 white label alternative?
It depends on your model. Options include other well-known third-party platforms, web-based white-label platforms and all-in-one solutions. For B-book brokers who want platform, CRM, back office, price feed and website in one package with fast launch, an all-in-one provider like EVO is a strong alternative.
Can my clients use Expert Advisors on EVO?
EVO WebTrader is a browser-based platform for desktop and mobile with TradingView-style charts, indicators and a simple order box with TP/SL. It is not a MetaTrader terminal, so MT5 Expert Advisors do not run on it. If EAs are central to your client base, factor that into your choice.
How long does it take to launch on EVO compared to MT5?
An MT5 white-label setup commonly takes several weeks once approvals and separate CRM, payments and website integrations are included. EVO goes live in less than 24 hours after payment because the platform, CRM, back office, feed and website are deployed together on your dedicated server.
This article is for general information only and is not legal, tax or financial advice.
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