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AmiBroker vs Invesst comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

Quick takeaways

AmiBroker adds Quant, Backtesting, Data Visualizations, Monte Carlo, Risk Metrics, Correlation, APIs & SDKs, and Auto-Trading & Bots coverage that Invesst skips.

Invesst includes Valuation Models, Portfolio, AI, and AI Chat categories that AmiBroker omits.

In depth comparison

AmiBroker logo

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.

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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Invesst

invesst.ai

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An AI-first research platform with screeners, automated DCF and valuation tools, and real-time market data. The site highlights “Universal Brokerage Integrations” for read-only portfolio insights. Currently in open beta with a “Start for Free” option, though full pricing is only described in the Terms as monthly or annual subscriptions. Security claims include SOC2, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliance, with a linked Trust Report (unverified).

Platforms

Web

Pricing

Subscription

Quick highlights

  • AI-driven investment research with natural-language agents and data-rich search capabilities.
  • Automated valuation models including DCF, along with predictive analytics and customizable screeners.
  • Real-time market data for stocks and ETFs, plus filtering tools across multiple metrics.
  • Portfolio insights through read-only brokerage linking, marketed as “Universal Brokerage Integrations.”
  • Public security claims include SOC2, ISO 27001, and GDPR, along with a published Trust Report.

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Where they differ

AmiBroker

Distinct strengths include:

QuantBacktestingData VisualizationsMonte CarloRisk MetricsCorrelationAPIs & SDKsAuto-Trading & Bots
  • 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.

Invesst

Distinct strengths include:

Valuation ModelsPortfolioAIAI Chat
  • AI-driven investment research with natural-language agents and data-rich search capabilities.
  • Automated valuation models including DCF, along with predictive analytics and customizable screeners.
  • Real-time market data for stocks and ETFs, plus filtering tools across multiple metrics.
  • Portfolio insights through read-only brokerage linking, marketed as “Universal Brokerage Integrations.”

Feature-by-feature breakdown

AttributeAmiBrokerInvesst
Categories

Which research workflows each platform targets

Shared: Screeners

Unique: Quant, Backtesting, Data Visualizations, Monte Carlo, Risk Metrics, Correlation, APIs & SDKs, Auto-Trading & Bots

Shared: Screeners

Unique: Valuation Models, Portfolio, AI, AI Chat

Asset types

Supported asset classes and universes

Stocks, ETFs, Mutual Funds, Futures, Currencies

Stocks, ETFs, Cryptos

Experience levels

Who each product is built for

Intermediate, Advanced

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Platforms

Where you can access the product

Desktop

Web

Pricing

High-level pricing models

One-time

Subscription

Key features

Core capabilities called out by each vendor

Unique

  • 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.
  • Rich AFL scripting language for indicators, scans, backtests, and custom metrics; visual debugger.

Unique

  • AI-driven investment research with natural-language agents and data-rich search capabilities.
  • Automated valuation models including DCF, along with predictive analytics and customizable screeners.
  • Real-time market data for stocks and ETFs, plus filtering tools across multiple metrics.
  • Portfolio insights through read-only brokerage linking, marketed as “Universal Brokerage Integrations.”
  • Public security claims include SOC2, ISO 27001, and GDPR, along with a published Trust Report.
  • Currently browser-only; accessible via open beta with “Start for Free” and “Try Open Beta” calls to action.
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Not yet

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which workflows do AmiBroker and Invesst both support?

Both platforms cover Screeners workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.

Do AmiBroker and Invesst require subscriptions?

Neither platform maintains a free tier. Budget for a subscription to unlock the research coverage highlighted in this comparison.

How can you access AmiBroker and Invesst?

Both AmiBroker and Invesst 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 Invesst stands out for AI-driven investment research with natural-language agents and data-rich search capabilities., Automated valuation models including DCF, along with predictive analytics and customizable screeners., and Real-time market data for stocks and ETFs, plus filtering tools across multiple metrics..

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