Autopilot vs Hands-On

When building Dimension7, we faced a choice: create the most convenient automated system, or build the most flexible platform for hands-on traders?

 

The answer: Both.

 

After talking to hundreds of traders, we realized the trading world isn’t divided into “good” and “bad” approaches. It’s divided into different personalities with different goals and schedules.

Two Paths to Trading Success

Path 1: Autopilot (Set and Forget)

Connect your exchange, set your risk level, let our algorithms handle everything else.

 

Best for: Busy professionals, beginners, anyone wanting minimal time commitment

 

What you get:

• 2-minute setup
• One monthly fee (starting from $5)
• 24/7 autopilot
• Zero maintenance

Path 2: Hands-On (Full Control)

Design strategies in TradingView, connect to execution platforms, monitor and adjust continuously.

 

Best for: Experienced traders, strategy developers, those wanting complete transparency

 

What you get:

• Complete control over every parameter
• Unlimited customization
• Full visibility into signals
• Educational value

The Real Cost Comparison

Autopilot Route

• Total cost: $5 – $189/month
• Setup time: 2 minutes
• Ongoing commitment: Zero

Hands-On Route

• Strategy subscription: $160/month
• Trading platform: $32-$103/month
• TradingView: $56-$120/month
• Total cost: $248-$424/month
• Setup time: Several hours
• Ongoing commitment: Daily monitoring

The hands-on route costs 3-5x more, but for the right trader, that investment is worth it for the control and learning experience.

Why Choose Hands-On Despite Higher Costs?

• Complete Control: Adjust position sizes, override signals, fine-tune risk management
• Strategy Customization: Build variations, combine approaches, test new ideas
• Educational Value: Learn market behavior and trade logic
• Full Transparency: See exactly how every decision is made

Which Path Fits You?

Choose Autopilot if you:

• Want to spend less than 30 minutes daily on trading
• Prefer “set and forget” convenience
• Are new to trading platforms
• Value cost-effectiveness over customization

Choose Hands-On if you:

• Want complete control over trade decisions
• Enjoy learning about market mechanics
• Like to experiment with strategies
• Are comfortable with $250-400+ monthly costs

The Dimension7 Advantage

Unlike other companies that specialize in one approach, we’ve mastered both. This means:

• Same proven strategies in both approaches
• Unified support team
• Flexibility to switch methods anytime
• No vendor lock-in

Many traders start with one method and switch later as their needs evolve. Both paths lead to success.

Getting Started

Ready for Autopilot? Start your 14-day free trial. No credit card required.

Want Hands-On Control? Schedule a free strategy consultation with our team.

Still unsure? Contact us with questions or try both approaches with small amounts.

The Bottom Line

There’s no universally “best” way to trade. There’s only the way that works best for your lifestyle and goals.

 

Want convenience and proven results with minimal time? Choose autopilot. Want complete control and customization? Choose hands-on.

 

Either way, you’re choosing a path thousands of traders use successfully. The important thing isn’t which path you choose – it’s that you get started.