Crypto markets run 24/7 - but you don't have to. 3Commas automates your trading with intelligent bots that execute your strategy while you sleep. Here's how the pros use it in 2026.
Try 3Commas free for 14 days - no credit card required. Paper trade with $500K virtual funds.
The 3 Bot Types Explained
1. DCA Bot (Best for Volatility)
Dollar-Cost Averaging bots automatically buy more when prices drop, lowering your average entry price. Perfect for volatile markets.
- ✅ Trade up to 200 pairs simultaneously
- ✅ Set take-profit targets (0.1% for scalping, 3-5% for swings)
- ✅ Trailing take-profit to ride momentum
- ✅ Automatic averaging down on dips
2. Grid Bot (Best for Sideways Markets)
Grid bots profit from price oscillations within a range. They buy when price drops, sell when it rises - repeatedly.
- ✅ Set upper/lower price boundaries
- ✅ More volatility = more filled orders = more profit
- ✅ Neutral, Long, or Short bias options
3. Signal Bot (Follow Expert Traders)
Connect to TradingView signals or copy strategies from the 3Commas marketplace.
Automate Your Crypto Trading
14-day free trial. Paper trading included. 14+ exchanges supported.
Start Free Trial →Beginner Strategy (Low Risk)
- Start with Paper Trading ($500K virtual)
- Use DCA Bot on BTC or ETH only
- Set conservative take-profit: 2-3%
- Enable stop-loss at 5-10% below entry
- Use 2-3 averaging orders with modest scaling
- Monitor daily, adjust based on backtesting
2026 Market Conditions
| Market Type | Best Bot | Strategy |
|---|---|---|
| Bull Market | Grid Bot | Trailing features on |
| Bear Market | DCA Bot | Accumulate at lower prices |
| Sideways | Grid Bot | Narrow range, small steps |
| High Volatility | Both | With proper stop-losses |
Supported Exchanges
3Commas connects to 14+ major exchanges including:
Binance • Bybit • Kraken • Coinbase • OKX • KuCoin • Bitstamp • Gate.io
Pricing (2026)
- Free: 14-day trial
- Starter ($20/mo): 5 DCA bots + 1 Grid bot
- Pro ($50/mo): 20 DCA bots + 10 Grid bots
- Expert ($200/mo): 1,000 DCA + 250 Signal + 50 Grid
Key Benefits
- Non-custodial (your funds stay on exchange)
- 24/7 automated execution
- Advanced backtesting tools
- Copy trading marketplace