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Spot Grid Trading is an automated trading strategy in the spot market designed to generate profits from volatile price movements. The strategy works by placing buy and sell orders at specific price intervals (grids) repeatedly.

Unlike manual trading, which requires time and constant attention, Spot Grid allows you to “buy low and sell high” automatically without monitoring the market all the time. The system buys when the price drops to a certain level, then sells when the price rises above a defined threshold.

This strategy is most effective when the market is moving sideways or range-bound, where prices fluctuate within a stable range.

Read more: Popular Spot Grid Trading Strategies for Beginners

How Spot Grid Works

Imagine setting up “price traps” at multiple levels. For example:

  • Price range: $20–$30
  • Grid every $1
  • The system places buy orders at $20, $21, $22 … and sell orders at $21, $22, $23 …

When the price drops to $21 → the system executes a buy order. When the price rises again to $22 → the system executes a sell order, generating profit from the difference.

Key components:

  • Price range → the lower & upper boundaries of the grid.
  • Number of grids → more grids mean denser order placements.
  • Initial capital → the funds allocated for the strategy.
  • Grid distribution type → Arithmetic (equal spacing) or Geometric (proportional spacing).

Spot Grid on Mobee

Mobee now offers the Spot Grid feature, making it easy for users to apply this strategy. You just need to set parameters such as price range, number of grids, grid mode, and total investment. The system will then automatically execute buy and sell orders based on your setup.

For quick setup, Mobee provides ready-made strategies:

  • Neutral: Suitable if you’re unsure about market direction or when the market is sideways.
  • Dip Hunter: Ideal for entering gradually when prices are high but expected to rise further.
  • Hodler: Best if you believe prices are already low and want to maximize profits on a rebound.

For experienced traders, there is also a Manual option for full control.

Best Time to Use Spot Grid

Spot Grid is most effective in a sideways market.

Example: when BTC trades between $90,000–$95,000, the system can automatically buy near the lower bound and sell near the upper bound.

If the market is in a strong uptrend or downtrend, the strategy may be less effective since some orders may not be executed.

Advantages of Spot Grid Trading

  • Sideways market-friendly: still profitable even when the market stagnates.
  • Automated & efficient: no need to monitor charts nonstop.
  • Lower risk than futures: no leverage involved.
  • Disciplined & emotion-free: runs systematically, not impulsively.
  • Maximizes daily volatility: even small fluctuations can be profitable.

Profits, Risks, and Fees

  • Realized Profit. Gains from completed trades, credited to your wallet (USDT/USDC/IDR).
  • Unrealized Profit. Temporary gains from open trades, subject to market changes.
  • Risk. Losses can occur if prices fall outside your set range.
  • Fees. No extra fees, only Mobee’s standard trading fees.

If the price moves outside your defined range, the strategy automatically pauses. Once the price returns within the range, the strategy resumes.

Read more: What’s the Difference Between Spot Grid and Futures Grid?

Spot Grid Optimization Tips

  • Run strategies for at least 1–2 weeks, especially in sideways markets.
  • Select price ranges based on 7–30 days of historical data.
  • Use 5–10 grids for a balance between trade frequency and profit potential.
  • Start with a small capital, then scale as you gain experience.
  • Choose liquid assets like BTC/USDT, ETH/USDT, or SOL/USDT.

Conclusion

Spot Grid Trading is an automated strategy that helps you take advantage of crypto market volatility in an efficient and structured way. With Mobee’s Spot Grid feature, you can choose ready-made strategies (Neutral, Dip Hunter, Hodler) or customize your own with the Manual option.

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Disclaimer:
This content is intended to provide additional information for readers. Always conduct your own research before investing. All trading and investment decisions involving crypto assets are the sole responsibility of the reader.