Footprints and volume profiles[2]
Volume Analysis, Multi-Asset, Crypto, All-in-One
Not standard Free; Crypto connection scope restricted.
NO. 11 · BROWSER & VALUE
Quantower.
Best for: A modular analysis workspace
Main limitation: Features depend on the licence and connection. Partner bundles can differ from the standard edition. [2]
CATEGORY SCORECARD
Platform scores
ScoresBrowser & valueScoring ↗
Speed & lag · published evidence
50 ms DOM setting Recommended setting
Quantower recommends a 50 ms DOM processing interval. Its settings documentation describes value 1 as processing all Level 2 changes immediately. Data-delay warnings help identify lagging server timestamps.
The interval is a control, not a measured end-to-end latency or execution result. Provider timestamps, network quality, panel count and volume-analysis workload can affect delays.
Speed rating: Unrated · No comparable benchmark found.
Research checked 4 Oct 2026. Figures describe different components and are not directly comparable.Score explanations & sources
Browser & desktop access=72/5+
1 documented native desktop route earns 2/5 in the browser-first profile. One route: Windows desktop. No native Mac version or verified browser terminal; a Windows VM is not counted as another native route. This is an access-preference rating, not a usability test or a claim of feature parity.
View this category →Cost=103/5+
All-in-One: US$70 per month. Market data extra. Cost rates the reference software licence only: US$70.00/month equivalent over the first year. Separate data, add-ons, tax and trading fees are excluded; plans are not feature-equivalent.
View this category →SpeedNR50 ms DOM setting+
Quantower recommends a 50 ms DOM processing interval. Its settings documentation describes value 1 as processing all Level 2 changes immediately. Data-delay warnings help identify lagging server timestamps. The interval is a control, not a measured end-to-end latency or execution result. Provider timestamps, network quality, panel count and volume-analysis workload can affect delays. Speed remains unranked: these sources do not provide comparable end-to-end measurements.
View this category →Heatmaps=24/5+
DOM Surface provides a historical depth view. It needs its own licence or All-in-One plus Level 2; the free Market Heatmap is a different tool.
View this category →DOM & tape=34/5+
DOM Trader and Time & Sales are available in Free, with Rithmic-specific MBO tools available on an eligible connection.
View this category →Volume profiles=44/5+
Volume profiles and TPO are available through the appropriate licences. Some TPO overlays additionally require Volume Analysis.
View this category →Replay & practice=24/5+
Replay supports provider history at tick, minute or day resolution in eligible licences. It does not establish full-depth or MBO replay.
View this category →Market coverage=13 markets+
Futures, stocks and crypto are among the documented connections. Provider, regional build and licence determine the usable scope.
View this category →Platform access=41 route+
One route: Windows desktop. No native Mac version or verified browser terminal; a Windows VM is not counted as another native route.
View this category →Platform highlights & vendor links
THE SHORT VERSION
Why it’s in the index
A flexible option when your workflow spans several analytical panels and supported broker or exchange connections.
- Cluster charts
- DOM Surface
- Historical time & sales
BEFORE YOU CHOOSE
Know the setup
Free includes DOM and tape, while footprints, DOM Surface and other advanced tools need the relevant licence. Multi-Asset excludes DOM Surface, TPO and Power Trades. Partner bundles can unlock a different feature set for a specific connection; data fees still apply.
Go straight to the source
Quantower pricing (dynamic selectors inspected) (opens in a new tab)License comparison (opens in a new tab)Quantower FAQ (opens in a new tab)Source check: 3 October 2026Which versions match the filters?
Each line is a documented combination. Browser results exclude versions whose workflow coverage has not been established. DOM & tape means one or both analysis views; it does not promise live order entry.
Plans & requirements
Checked 3 Oct 2026Free limited · All-in-One US$70/month + data
Software plans & billing
Free limited version; All-in-One $70/month, $588/year ($49/month equivalent), or $1,690 lifetime. Individual feature licenses available. Market data and brokerage costs additional; partner licenses have connection restrictions.
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Free[2] | USD 0 | ongoing Basic charting, DOM, tape One active connection; paid-feature limits. |
| All-in-One[1] | USD 70 | monthly All Quantower features/connections 3 months $189; 6 months $336; annual $588 upfront; lifetime $1,690. |
| DOM Surface[1] | USD 30 | monthly Heatmap 3 months $81; 6 months $144; annual $252; lifetime $650. |
| Power Trades[1] | USD 25 | monthly Trade-burst detection 3 months $68; 6 months $120; annual $210; lifetime $490. |
| Volume Analysis[1] | USD 35 | monthly Footprints / volume profiles 3 months $95; 6 months $168; annual $294; lifetime $720. |
| TPO Chart[1] | USD 20 | monthly Time-price profile 3 months $54; 6 months $96; annual $168; lifetime $490. |
| Advanced Features[1] | USD 30 | monthly Replay / simulator / multiple connections 3 months $81; 6 months $144; annual $252; lifetime $650. |
| Options[1] | USD 50 | monthly Options analytics 3 months $135; 6 months $240; annual $420; lifetime $690. |
| Multi-Asset[1] | USD 50 | monthly Volume Analysis + Advanced 3 months $135; 6 months $240; annual $420; lifetime $1290. |
| Crypto[1] | USD 40 | monthly Volume Analysis + Advanced, crypto connections 3 months $108; 6 months $192; annual $336; lifetime $990. |
Data, add-ons & other fees
| Cost | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Live/historical market data[1] [3] [5] | Provider-specific; additional | All licenses Software license does not supply exchange data. Depth must be entitled separately. |
| CQG published market-data example[9] | USD 13/exchange/month CME-group depth; USD 41 bundle | Nonprofessional trading terminals October 2026 direct CQG table; actual broker markup/connection fees can differ. Top-of-book $2/exchange or $6 bundle; professional CME $145. |
| AMP data and connections example[10] | USD 17/exchange/month CME depth; USD 45 bundle; Rithmic USD 25/month/user | AMP June 2026 nonprofessional schedule CQG/Rithmic routing $0.10/side; extra CQG username $10. Provider-specific, not universal Quantower fees. |
| Commissions, exchange execution and routing[10] | Broker-specific; additional | Live trading No universal all-in execution quote verified. |
| Third-party extensions[1] | Not universally priced here | Optional developer products Separate vendors support them; confirm purchase terms individually. |
| Concurrent paid use on another computer[3] | Additional paid license | Multiple computers simultaneously One paid license logs out the other computer. |
Feature restrictions & setup requirements
Heatmap[2] [5]
DOM Surface standalone or All-in-One
Not Multi-Asset/Crypto by default; Level 2 feed needed. Free 'Market Heatmap' panel is not DOM Surface.
DOM / tape[2]
Free includes DOM Trader and Time & Sales
Market depth depends on data entitlement.
TPO[2] [3]
Separate license or All-in-One
Volume Analysis additionally needed for profile overlays/color schemes.
Replay / simulation[2] [6]
Advanced Features, Multi-Asset, All-in-One; Crypto within crypto scope
Requires provider history; replay supports tick/minute/day inputs. Do not claim historical full-depth/MBO replay.
MBO[7]
Rithmic connection setting and DOM columns
Rithmic data/entitlement required; not universal across connections.
Partner licenses[4]
AMP special application; Optimus Flow; selected crypto connections
Topstep excludes some premium features; standard Free ≠ broker-provided feature bundle.
Topstep bundle[8]
DOM Surface, TPO, Volume Analysis
Level 2 needed for surface; 2 chart indicators. Replay/local order strategies need Advanced; Power Trades separate.
Operating systems / web[3]
Windows desktop
No native Mac version; Windows VM possible without stability guarantee. Web platform not established.
Markets[4] [3]
Futures, stocks, options, forex, crypto
Availability and execution depend on connection/provider and regional build.
Trial / renewal / refunds[1]
7-day All-in-One trial; no automatic license renewals
Initial purchase refund within 10 calendar days; lifetime nonrefundable.
Official sources 10
- 1.Quantower pricing (dynamic selectors inspected) ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 2.License comparison ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 3.Quantower FAQ ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 4.Connections and free partner licenses ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 5.DOM Surface ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 6.Market Replay ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 7.Rithmic / MBO / plugin mode ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 8.Topstep feature restrictions ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 9.CQG October 2026 market-data fees ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
- 10.AMP June 2026 exchange and connection fees ↗ (opens in a new tab)Accessed 2026-10-03
KEEP EXPLORING
