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Hummingbot vs Cryptohopper

How Hummingbot and Cryptohopper differ on type, pricing and what they’re best at.

HummingbotCryptohopper
TypeOpen-sourceCloud SaaS
How it worksA free, Apache-2.0 open-source framework to build and run high-frequency and market-making bots across 50+ centralized and decentralized exchanges. v2.x added more connectors, DEX support and AI-agent integration.A cloud platform with a visual strategy builder, AI Strategy Designer, marketplace signals, copy trading and paper trading. Connect your exchange and let it scan markets and automate strategies.
PricingFree (open-source)Free · from $24/mo
Exchanges50+ (CEX + DEX)10+
CodingTechnicalNo-code
Best forMarket makers & developersBeginners & marketplace strategies

Hummingbot

  • Free and fully open-source
  • Purpose-built for market making
  • 50+ CEX & DEX connectors
  • Requires real technical skill
  • Self-hosted setup & monitoring

Cryptohopper

  • Very beginner-friendly
  • Strategy marketplace + copy trading
  • AI Strategy Designer
  • Marketplace strategies vary in quality
  • Costs rise with more positions

Bottom line

Pick Hummingbot for market makers & developers; pick Cryptohopper for beginners & marketplace strategies.