Trade Ideas
Revolutionize trading with AI-driven signals and real-time scanning.. [Freemium]
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What is Trade Ideas?
Trade Ideas is an AI-driven stock scanning and charting platform that provides real-time market intelligence for day traders, investors, and market professionals. The platform's core feature is Holly, an artificial intelligence virtual trade assistant that runs massive structured and unstructured data analysis on all US equities across 40+ trading strategies overnight, delivering 5-25 intraday trading scenarios with entry prices, stops, and targets each trading day.
Key features include real-time AI stock scanning, automated trade execution, TI Wave visual trading signals with clear buy/sell indicators on charts, backtesting capabilities, paper trading simulator, customizable scans and screeners with 500+ data points, smart risk levels, RBI/GBI window for momentum analysis, Channel Bar with 20+ curated trading templates, and direct brokerage integration with TradeStation, CenterPoint Securities, and Cobra Trading for live trading. The platform monitors every tick for every trade on NASDAQ, AMEX, NYSE, OTC, Pink Sheets, Penny Stocks, and Canadian markets.
Trade Ideas is designed for self-directed investors, day traders, portfolio managers, and market professionals in over 65 countries who want to identify alpha opportunities before others. The platform serves both novice traders through advanced simulation environments for risk-free learning and experienced traders through professional-grade tools, auto-trading capabilities, and multi-monitor layouts. It has been recognized as one of Inc. 5000's Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies for multiple consecutive years since its founding in 2003.
Trade Ideas pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Trade Ideas offers two main subscription tiers: TI Basic (Standard) at $89/month or $1068 annually (saving $456), and TI Premium at $178/month or $2136 annually (saving $912). TI Basic includes real-time data, 10 charts on screen, customizable layouts, real-time paper trading, and in-app trading. TI Premium adds 1st Gen AI Signals (Holly), backtesting, smart risk levels, Channel Bar, RBI/GBI Window, and 20 charts on screen. A free tier is available with 1 chart on screen and limited features. Additional paid add-ons include AVWAP Add-On (automated Anchored VWAP), GO-NOGO Add-On (momentum signals), and Weekly Swing Picks (5 curated trade ideas weekly). The upcoming 2nd Gen AI Money Machine will be available for $5K exclusive access pricing for the first 100 signups before price increase.
Trade Ideas pros
- Holly AI runs 40+ trading strategies overnight on all US equities
- Real-time monitoring of every tick for every stock and ETF trade
- TI Wave provides clear visual buy/sell signals directly on charts
- 5-25 specific intraday trade setups daily with entry, stop, and target prices
- Direct brokerage integration with TradeStation, CenterPoint, and Cobra Trading
- Built-in paper trading simulator for risk-free practice
- Comprehensive backtesting with historical data validation
- 500+ customizable data points for alerts and filters
- One-click trading from AI Strategy Trades Window and charts
- Smart Risk Levels and AI Risk Mode for position management
- 20+ curated Channel Bar trading templates for different strategies
- Multi-monitor layout support with customizable screens
- RBI/GBI Window for identifying momentum opportunities
- Automated Anchored VWAP add-on for better setup identification
- US-based server infrastructure made 100% in the USA
- Real-time pre-market and after-hours data access
- Unlimited personal watchlists with customizable layouts
- Earnings and halt notifications directly on charts
- 2nd Gen AI Money Machine coming soon for automated momentum trading
Trade Ideas cons
- Only compatible with Windows (Mac requires Parallels or AWS)
- Holly AI algorithms are not customizable by users
- Holly only trades intraday with no overnight positions
- Premium pricing at $178/month may be expensive for beginners
- Interface described as outdated and complicated by some users
- Steep learning curve requiring significant time to master
- Free tier limited to only 1 chart on screen
- Add-ons like AVWAP and GO-NOGO require additional purchases
- Data delayed by 15 minutes unless real-time subscription added
- No commission-free trading built-in (broker dependent)
Frequently asked questions about Trade Ideas
What is Holly AI and how does it work?
Holly is Trade Ideas' virtual trade assistant AI that learns from the past and approaches every new day with non-emotional precision. Overnight, Holly runs massive structured and unstructured data analysis including market activity, news, and social media on all US equities across 40 different trading strategies, each with multiple algorithms, effectively taking tens of millions of simulated trades. With over 60 carefully curated algorithms in her portfolio, Holly delivers 5-25 intraday trading scenarios each trading day with entry prices, stops, and targets. Holly is an intraday trader only and does not hold positions overnight.
Can I customize Holly's trading algorithms?
No, Holly only trades her own proprietary algorithms and they are not customizable. Holly uses over 60 carefully curated algorithms from her portfolio that Trade Ideas has developed. However, you can incorporate Holly into your trading in three ways: Option 1 - Holly Hands-On (follow trades manually), Option 2 - Holly One-Click (automated execution from AI Strategy Trades Window), or Option 3 - Holly from Charts (one-click trading from charts).
What brokers integrate with Trade Ideas?
Trade Ideas integrates with major brokers including TradeStation (execute equities and options orders directly using their award-winning platform), CenterPoint Securities (brokerage services tailored for active traders with industry-leading short lists and flexible routing), and Cobra Trading (sophisticated trading tools with direct access order routing and multiple locate sources for day traders). Canadian residents can access Trade Ideas through CenterPoint Edge program. Integration enables auto-trading, one-click trading, order management, and Brokerage Plus features.
What's the difference between TI Basic and TI Premium?
TI Basic ($89/month) includes real-time data, 10 charts on screen, customizable layouts, real-time paper trading, and in-app trading. TI Premium ($178/month) includes everything in Basic plus 1st Gen AI Signals (Holly AI), system design & backtesting, auto trading, brokerage plus, chart trading, one-click trading, order management, TI Wave™, smart risk levels, RBI/GBI Window, customizable scans/screeners, market explorer, 500+ data points, and 20 charts on screen. The key differentiator is Holly AI access and advanced backtesting capabilities in Premium.
Does Trade Ideas offer a free trial or free tier?
Trade Ideas offers a free sign-up tier with 1 chart on screen and limited features including formula editor access. There is also a Test Drive option mentioned by users (one user mentioned paying $11 for a Test Drive). The platform offers real-time paper trading so users can practice strategies without risking capital. Some users discovered the platform through the Test Drive and became long-term customers. Live training videos and extensive user guides are available to help users learn the platform.
What markets and exchanges does Trade Ideas monitor?
Trade Ideas monitors every stock and ETF traded on NASDAQ, AMEX, NYSE, OTC, Pink Sheets, Penny Stocks, and Canadian markets. The US-based server farm connects directly to the exchanges and watches EVERY SINGLE STOCK and ETF that is traded in real-time. Every tick is watched by a system that measures behavior against the past through constant analysis and reanalysis, testing and re-testing. Data is delayed by 15 minutes unless real-time subscription is added.
What is TI Wave and how does it work?
TI Wave is Trade Ideas' visual trading signal system that provides instant, actionable buy and sell signals directly on your charts without needing to squint at complex charts. TI Wave's AI constantly analyzes market data and fine-tunes the EMA bands for each stock in real-time, ensuring you're always trading with the most up-to-date and relevant signals. This feature is included in the TI Premium plan and provides precise entry and exit signals by automatically adjusting to each stock's current market conditions.
What is the Money Machine feature?
The Money Machine is Trade Ideas' upcoming 2nd Generation AI system described as the biggest innovation in retail trading history. It's a 2nd Gen AI System where you select the momentum direction (Upside, Downside, or Both) and the Money Machine automates the rest. It automatically positions by monitoring and ranking stocks, ensuring your portfolio has the three highest-momentum opportunities. The first release allowed transition from simulation to real-market fully automated trading. Only 100 spots are available for Wave 2 release with exclusive access pricing at $5K before price increase after signups.
Can I use Trade Ideas on a Mac?
Trade Ideas Pro is designed for Windows operating systems only and is not natively compatible with Mac. However, Mac users can run the software using virtualization solutions such as Parallels Desktop or cloud-based services like Amazon Web Services (AWS). These third-party solutions allow you to run Windows applications on your Mac, though they are separate purchases from Trade Ideas itself.
What add-ons are available for Trade Ideas?
Trade Ideas offers several powerful add-ons: AVWAP Add-On provides automated Anchored VWAP to find the best setups; GO-NOGO Add-On delivers actionable trade ideas and clear momentum signals; Weekly Swing Picks provides 5 new curated trade ideas in your inbox every week. These add-ons can be purchased separately to customize your plan and enhance the core functionality of either TI Basic or TI Premium subscriptions.