FX Replay adds Backtesting, Paper Trading, Risk Metrics, Monte Carlo, and Calendar coverage that SpotGamma skips.
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Tool Comparison
FX Replay vs SpotGamma comparison
Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.
Quick takeaways
SpotGamma includes Options & Derivatives, Screeners, Alerts, Courses & Certs, and Blogs categories that FX Replay omits.
FX Replay has a free tier, while SpotGamma requires a paid plan.
In depth comparison
FX Replay
fxreplay.com
Browser-based replay & manual backtesting platform for FX, futures (incl. CME), crypto, and commodities. Distinctives include seconds-level data on select markets, multi-chart layouts (up to 16), multi‑asset sessions (up to 5 instruments), analytics with Monte Carlo & RR simulators, a journal/checklists, and an economic calendar (plan-limited country coverage). Paid plans include a 5‑day free trial.
Platforms
Web
Pricing
FreeSubscription
Quick highlights
- Manual backtesting & bar replay with 1‑minute data across assets; seconds timeframes available for some FX and futures symbols.
- Data sources: Dukascopy & OANDA for FX; CME for futures.
- Asset coverage showcase: Forex, Index, Energy, Agricultural, Crypto, and Futures (homepage assets gallery).
- MultiPair sessions (backtest up to 5 assets simultaneously).
- MultiChart layouts (up to 16 charts).
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SpotGamma
spotgamma.com
Options‑market microstructure & dealer‑positioning analytics. Core modules: Equity Hub (key levels for 3,500+ US stocks/ETFs), HIRO real‑time options‑flow indicator (down‑to‑the‑second), an S&P 500 heatmap (TRACE), a Volatility Dashboard, FlowPatrol unusual flow insights, plus Compass & Scanners for setups. Widely used by intraday/index traders; integrates with TradingView, Bookmap, NinjaTrader, Sierra Chart, Thinkorswim, and more. No public API disclosed.
Platforms
Web
Pricing
Subscription
Quick highlights
- HIRO Indicator: see options activity and estimated hedging impact in real time-down to the second.
- Equity Hub: proprietary key levels, buy/sell indicators, and alerts across 3,500+ stocks & indices.
- Volatility Dashboard: analyze IV across strikes/expirations; identify extremes/mispricing.
- TRACE Heatmap: S&P 500 real‑time support/resistance & volatility zones.
- 0DTE volume/open‑interest indicator; delta, vanna & gamma modeling for indices.
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Where they differ
FX Replay
Distinct strengths include:
- Manual backtesting & bar replay with 1‑minute data across assets; seconds timeframes available for some FX and futures symbols.
- Data sources: Dukascopy & OANDA for FX; CME for futures.
- Asset coverage showcase: Forex, Index, Energy, Agricultural, Crypto, and Futures (homepage assets gallery).
- MultiPair sessions (backtest up to 5 assets simultaneously).
SpotGamma
Distinct strengths include:
- HIRO Indicator: see options activity and estimated hedging impact in real time-down to the second.
- Equity Hub: proprietary key levels, buy/sell indicators, and alerts across 3,500+ stocks & indices.
- Volatility Dashboard: analyze IV across strikes/expirations; identify extremes/mispricing.
- TRACE Heatmap: S&P 500 real‑time support/resistance & volatility zones.
Feature-by-feature breakdown
| Attribute | FX Replay | SpotGamma |
|---|---|---|
Categories Which research workflows each platform targets | Shared: Data Visualizations Unique: Backtesting, Paper Trading, Risk Metrics, Monte Carlo, Calendar | Shared: Data Visualizations Unique: Options & Derivatives, Screeners, Alerts, Courses & Certs, Blogs |
Asset types Supported asset classes and universes | Currencies, Futures, Commodities, Cryptos | Stocks, ETFs, Options |
Experience levels Who each product is built for | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Intermediate, Advanced |
Platforms Where you can access the product | Web | Web |
Pricing High-level pricing models | Free, Subscription | 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 FX Replay and SpotGamma both support?
Both platforms cover Data Visualizations workflows, so you can research those use cases in either tool before digging into the feature differences below.
Which tool offers a free plan?
FX Replay offers a free entry point, while SpotGamma requires a paid subscription. Review the pricing table to see how the paid tiers compare.
How can you access FX Replay and SpotGamma?
Both FX Replay and SpotGamma 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?
FX Replay differentiates itself with Manual backtesting & bar replay with 1‑minute data across assets; seconds timeframes available for some FX and futures symbols., Data sources: Dukascopy & OANDA for FX; CME for futures., and Asset coverage showcase: Forex, Index, Energy, Agricultural, Crypto, and Futures (homepage assets gallery)., whereas SpotGamma stands out for HIRO Indicator: see options activity and estimated hedging impact in real time-down to the second., Equity Hub: proprietary key levels, buy/sell indicators, and alerts across 3,500+ stocks & indices., and Volatility Dashboard: analyze IV across strikes/expirations; identify extremes/mispricing..
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