AmiBroker adds Quant, Backtesting, Data Visualizations, Screeners, Monte Carlo, Risk Metrics, Correlation, and Auto-Trading & Bots coverage that Hunter skips.
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Tool Comparison
AmiBroker vs Hunter comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
Hunter includes Webhooks, Zapier / Make, and Sheets / Excel Add-ins categories that AmiBroker omits.
Hunter keeps a free entry point that AmiBroker lacks.
In depth comparison
AmiBroker
amibroker.com
Windows desktop platform for technical/system research with a fast AFL scripting language, portfolio‑level backtester, walk‑forward testing, Monte Carlo, and extensive optimization. Real‑time capability and instrument coverage depend on the data plug‑ins you use (e.g., IQFeed, eSignal, Interactive Brokers, Norgate Data). Auto‑trading to IB is available via the official interface. Licenses are perpetual with 24 months of updates.
Categories
Platforms
Desktop
Pricing
One-time
Quick highlights
- Portfolio‑level backtesting with dynamic position sizing and bar‑by‑bar ranking/PositionScore.
- Walk‑forward testing integrated with optimization; in/out‑of‑sample stats.
- Monte Carlo simulation (custom metrics can drive optimization/WF objective).
- Very fast multi‑threaded optimization with 3D optimization surface visualization.
- Exploration/Scanner to build custom screeners and reports via AFL.
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Hunter
hunter.io
An email outreach and verification platform with both web and API access. The free plan includes API keys and unlimited team members, though CSV exports are capped (e.g. 10 results per domain) and some Campaigns features like link tracking and reporting are restricted. Campaign webhooks are supported, making it easy to integrate Hunter into wider workflows.
Platforms
WebAPI
Pricing
FreeSubscription
Quick highlights
- Domain Search to discover professional emails by company or domain.
- Email Finder tool that returns verified or deduced addresses with a confidence score and verification status.
- Email Verifier with SMTP-level checks and source information; supports bulk verification.
- Bulk tools (Domain Search, Email Finder, Email Verifier) accept CSV/Excel/Numbers/TXT input and return CSV exports.
- Google Sheets add-on to find and verify emails directly in spreadsheets using an API key.
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Where they differ
AmiBroker
Distinct strengths include:
- Portfolio‑level backtesting with dynamic position sizing and bar‑by‑bar ranking/PositionScore.
- Walk‑forward testing integrated with optimization; in/out‑of‑sample stats.
- Monte Carlo simulation (custom metrics can drive optimization/WF objective).
- Very fast multi‑threaded optimization with 3D optimization surface visualization.
Hunter
Distinct strengths include:
- Domain Search to discover professional emails by company or domain.
- Email Finder tool that returns verified or deduced addresses with a confidence score and verification status.
- Email Verifier with SMTP-level checks and source information; supports bulk verification.
- Bulk tools (Domain Search, Email Finder, Email Verifier) accept CSV/Excel/Numbers/TXT input and return CSV exports.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | AmiBroker | Hunter |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: APIs & SDKs Unique: Quant, Backtesting, Data Visualizations, Screeners, Monte Carlo, Risk Metrics, Correlation, Auto-Trading & Bots | Shared: APIs & SDKs Unique: Webhooks, Zapier / Make, Sheets / Excel Add-ins |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Futures, Currencies | Other |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Desktop | Web, API |
Pricing High-level pricing models | One-time | Free, Subscription |
Key features Core capabilities called out by each vendor | Unique
| Unique
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Tested Verified by hands-on testing inside Find My Moat | Not yet | Not yet |
Editor pick Featured inside curated shortlists | Standard listing | Standard listing |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which workflows do AmiBroker and Hunter both support?
Both platforms cover APIs & SDKs workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
Hunter offers a free entry point, while AmiBroker requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
How can you access AmiBroker and Hunter?
Both AmiBroker and Hunter prioritize web or desktop access. Investors wanting a mobile-first workflow may need to rely on responsive web views.
What unique strengths set the two platforms apart?
AmiBroker differentiates itself with Portfolio‑level backtesting with dynamic position sizing and bar‑by‑bar ranking/PositionScore., Walk‑forward testing integrated with optimization; in/out‑of‑sample stats., and Monte Carlo simulation (custom metrics can drive optimization/WF objective)., whereas Hunter stands out for Domain Search to discover professional emails by company or domain., Email Finder tool that returns verified or deduced addresses with a confidence score and verification status., and Email Verifier with SMTP-level checks and source information; supports bulk verification..
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Curation & Accuracy
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