Why demo performance is often better than live performance?

[Tija]

With demo trading, we are not pressured because we are aware that the fund we are using is not real. Without pressure, we are not at risk of panicking while trading. Thus, we get better results.

Emotions really distract us. Sometimes even when we have such a clear goal, we can't help but panic when we see that our position is looking bad.

[Sendo12]

With demo trading, we are not pressured because we are aware that the fund we are using is not real. Without pressure, we are not at risk of panicking while trading. Thus, we get better results.

[alkeanAnidem]

. there's no any fear in Demo. You can trade like a million and earn even more but your mind already knows it's just fake currency so there's no fear neither any joy. that's why your performance is much better

[syvellevy]

trading psychology is a big factor, people tend to do some risky things in demo coz the money aint real and the fear of losing is not there, another thing i guess the demo is quiet different from live, in terms of execution, and slippage, and other things that the crazy live environment has to offer, lol. but demo has its uses, i still trade my hotforex demo account. at times i trade it just for the sake or releasing some stress.

[tyntynfx]

There are many brokers who has these kind of bias in both these account, but if you open an account with a reputed broker you might not find this kind of difference.

[Mr. Cid]

Why demo performance is often better than live performance?

it is because a demo account doesn't require you to use your own money. There's no money involved in demo trading activities, but you can replenish it with your funds.

[AbdulShiek]

Using a demo account doesn't involve emotions because of virtual money.

[vitadlmundo]

Why demo performance is often better than live performance?