Quick Answer
Neither is universally better. Automatic sync (MT5 only, on Wrytics's Pro plan) removes the need to retype completed trades and reduces the risk of forgetting to log one, but only covers MT5 accounts. Manual entry works for any market or platform and gives full control over what's recorded, at the cost of typing it in yourself. Many traders use both: sync for MT5 accounts, manual entry for anything else.
What Automatic Sync Adds
- Completed MT5 trades import without manual re-entry
- Lower risk of forgetting to log a trade after a busy session
- Trade history and analytics stay current without extra effort
What Manual Entry Adds
- Works for any market or platform, not just MT5
- Full control over exactly what gets recorded and when
- No account connection required — relevant for traders who'd rather not link a broker account
- Forces a deliberate pause to record reasoning at entry/exit, which some traders find useful for discipline
| Factor | Automated (MT5 sync) | Manual entry |
|---|---|---|
| Setup effort | Connect account once | None — just start typing |
| Ongoing effort | None per trade | One entry per trade |
| Platform coverage | MT5 only | Any market/platform |
| Risk of missed trades | Low | Depends on consistency |
| Plan availability (Wrytics) | Pro only | Free and Pro |
Key Takeaways
- Automatic sync trades platform-specific convenience for coverage — it only works for MT5 in Wrytics today.
- Manual entry works everywhere but requires consistent effort to stay complete.
- Many traders combine both: sync for MT5, manual entry for everything else.
- Automatic sync doesn't change what the analytics measure — the same metrics are calculated either way.
Which Should You Choose?
- Choose automated (MT5 sync) if: all or most of your trading happens on MT5 and you'd rather not retype completed trades.
- Choose manual entry if: you trade a platform other than MT5, trade infrequently, or prefer not to connect a broker account to a third-party service.
- Choose a mix of both if: you trade MT5 alongside other markets or platforms — sync what can be synced, log the rest manually.
Where Wrytics Fits
Wrytics supports both: manual entry on every plan, and automatic MT5 sync on the Pro plan for one connected account. Trades logged either way feed the same performance analytics.