Best trading tools for futures traders in Europe
We test and rank platforms and tools that make a real difference. EdgeProX and NinjaTrader for order execution, Bookmap for order flow and TradingView for analysis.
Four tools. One professional setup.
Each tool solves a specific job. Combined, they give you a complete trading environment for active futures trading.
EdgeClear's proprietary trading platform. Fast DOM trading, low latency and built-in risk management tailored for active futures traders on the CME.
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Our preferred pure trading platform for active futures traders who need SuperDOM, ATM/bracket orders, replay and strategy development with a solid order workflow.
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A specialist tool for order flow and market depth. Real-time order-book heatmap, iceberg detection and volume analysis for DOM traders and scalpers.
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The world's most-used charting platform. Technical analysis, real-time data and direct broker integration with EdgeClear make it indispensable for futures traders.
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Each tool is best in class for its specific job.
| Tool | Score | Primary function | Price | Futures | Free plan |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EdgeProX | 9.4 | Order execution & DOM | Included via EdgeClear | Yes | No |
| NinjaTrader | 9.3 | SuperDOM & ATM orders | From $0/mo + data packages | Yes | Yes |
| Bookmap | 9.1 | Order flow & DOM | From $19/mo | Yes | Demo |
| TradingView | 8.9 | Charting & analysis | From $0/mo | Yes | Yes |
Choose the setup that fits you
Two different setups — one for futures traders, one for CFD traders. The futures setup is built around EdgeProX or NinjaTrader as your workspace, with Bookmap for order flow when needed.
Futures trading
EdgeProX or NinjaTrader + Bookmap
The complete professional setup for active futures traders on the CME. Build your workspace with EdgeProX or NinjaTrader, read order flow with Bookmap, and execute with control.
Build your workspace
EdgeProX / NinjaTrader
Charts, DOM, orders, stops, targets and risk management in one futures-focused workflow.
Read order flow
Bookmap
See liquidity, large orders and how the market is actually reacting.
Execute the trade
EdgeProX or NinjaTrader
Place the order with low latency, a clear stop-loss and built-in risk management.
CFD trading
Skilling + TradingView
A simple, effective setup for CFD traders. TradingView for analysis and Skilling for order execution — two leading tools that complement each other.
Analyse the market
TradingView
Use TradingView for charting, indicators and alerts on stocks, indices and currencies.
Open an account quickly
Skilling
Skilling supports Norwegian BankID, so Nordic customers can open and verify an account within minutes.
Trade CFDs
Skilling
Execute trades on Skilling's platform with competitive spreads and responsive customer support.
65% of retail investor accounts lose money when trading CFDs with this provider.