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How to Choose Between a Cloud-Based and Local Trading Bot?

Choosing between cloud-based and local bots can have a major impact on performance, security, and flexibility. Both hosting methods have their pros and cons, and the right choice depends on your trading style and priorities.
Let's explore the key considerations when selecting between a cloud-based or locally hosted trading bot. Whether you value control, speed, or convenience, understanding the benefits of each type will help you make an good decision. We'll also touch on how Gunbot provides a flexible option for traders who want the best of both worlds—high customization and powerful local control.

Real-time Execution

See the immediate execution of trades, especially when using local bots that eliminate cloud latency.

Multiple Timeframe Analysis

Local bots offer great flexibility in monitoring various timeframes and executing strategies with precision.

A dashboard comparing cloud-based and local trading bot performance.

Cloud-Based vs. Local Trading Bots: What's the Difference?

The primary difference between cloud-based and local trading bots lies in where the bot is hosted. Cloud-based bots operate on remote servers managed by a third party, offering convenience and the ability to run 24/7 without needing your computer to stay online. However, this comes with some trade-offs, such as limited customization and potentially slower execution speeds due to internet latency. On the other hand, local trading bots, like Gunbot, run directly on your computer or server. This allows traders full control over their bot, ensuring privacy, faster execution, and the ability to customize strategies in-depth. While local bots may require more technical knowledge to set up and maintain, they offer significant advantages for serious traders.

Cloud Convenience

Cloud-based bots offer 24/7 uptime and are easy to set up, making them ideal for users who prefer a hands-off approach.

Local Control

Local bots provide unmatched control over your strategies, execution speed, and privacy, as all data stays on your machine.

Customization

Local bots like Gunbot allow for highly detailed strategy customization, including the ability to use custom scripts and fine-tune performance.

Security & Privacy

With local bots, your API keys and trading data remain on your own server, ensuring the highest level of security and privacy.

“Running Gunbot locally gave me total control over my trading strategies and execution speed, something I couldn't achieve with cloud-based bots.”

A trading chart showing precise strategy execution on a local bot.

Why Local Bots Like Gunbot Stand Out

Local trading bots, such as Gunbot, offer a level of flexibility and control that cloud-based solutions simply can't match. By running the bot on your own machine, you can optimize strategies without worrying about third-party servers or delays caused by internet latency. For traders who need fast, real-time responses to market changes, this is a significant advantage. Additionally, the ability to store your API keys and trading data locally means enhanced privacy and security. Another major benefit of a local setup is the deep customization potential. Gunbot allows traders to write custom strategies, adjust every aspect of the bot's behavior, and even run multiple instances for different markets—all on the same machine. While cloud-based bots are convenient, they often lack the advanced features that more seasoned traders crave. Gunbot strikes a perfect balance by providing the tools for highly detailed, hands-on trading, all while keeping you in control.

Gunbot user reviews

Major love to the GB team. I started trading on DYDX using SGSFutures on Feb 26th. Started with $496 USD and I'm currently at $1,358 USD today in portfolio value. Running on 20 pairs. :)
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Choose Your Gunbot Plan

Gunbot Standard

$ 199 $ 99 /lifetime
+ Free Exchange Slot worth $99

Everything you need to get serious about bot trading

Get Gunbot Standard
  • Spot & futures trading
  • Lifetime license
  • For 1 exchange
  • Free extra exchange slot ⚡
  • Unlimited gridbots
  • Unlimited trading pairs
  • Ready-made strategies
  • Switch exchange anytime
  • AutoConfig
  • 500 Gunthy tokens
  • Telegram community
  • Gunbot Guides
  • Chat & email support
  • For Windows, Mac, Linux & Raspberry Pi
  • More details about Gunbot Standard

Gunbot Pro

$ 299 /lifetime
+ Free Exchange Slot worth $99

Everything in Standard, plus backtesting and more exchange slots

Get Gunbot Pro
  • Spot & futures trading
  • Lifetime license
  • For 3 exchanges
  • Free extra exchange slot ⚡
  • Unlimited gridbots
  • Unlimited trading pairs
  • Ready-made strategies
  • Backtesting
  • Switch exchange anytime
  • AutoConfig
  • 750 Gunthy tokens
  • Telegram community
  • Gunbot Guides
  • Chat & email support
  • For Windows, Mac, Linux & Raspberry Pi
  • More details about Gunbot Pro

Gunbot Ultimate

$ 499 /lifetime
+ Free Exchange Slot worth $99

🔥 DeFi support, no exchange limit, app, custom strategies and more

Get Gunbot Ultimate
  • Spot & futures trading
  • Lifetime license
  • DeFi trading 🔥
  • For all exchanges
  • Free extra exchange slot ⚡
  • Unlimited gridbots
  • Unlimited trading pairs
  • Ready-made strategies
  • Backtesting
  • Switch exchange anytime
  • Custom JS strategies
  • Mobile app
  • Gunbot Simulator
  • AutoConfig
  • TradingView add-on
  • 2500 Gunthy tokens
  • Telegram community
  • Gunbot Guides
  • Chat & email support
  • For Windows, Mac, Linux & Raspberry Pi
  • More details about Gunbot Ultimate

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