#1
Freqtrade
The reference open-source bot: free, auditable, keys never leave your machine - at the cost of Python skills and patience.
Self-hosted Open source Free tier US ok
Kraken trading bots (2026)
Native bots and every platform in our database that connects to Kraken - with custody model and pricing per row.
Short answer: 11 platforms in our database connect to Kraken - top pick: Freqtrade.
#2
Gunbot
Privacy-first lifetime license (EUR 199-499) running locally on your machine - the self-hosted sweet spot between Freqtrade's effort and cloud subscriptions.
Self-hosted Lifetime license US ok
#3
Bitsgap
Polished multi-exchange grid/DCA platform with 17 exchanges, 7-day no-card trial and solid support reputation.
Free tier US ok
#4
OctoBot
Open-source Python bot with web UI and plugin ecosystem - the friendliest on-ramp into self-hosted bot trading.
Self-hosted Open source Free tier US ok
#5
Coinrule
The easiest no-code entry into bot trading - if-this-then-that rules across crypto, on-chain and even stocks, with a real free tier.
Free tier US ok
#6
Cryptohopper
Veteran cloud platform with a genuine free tier, AI strategy designer and the broadest copy-bot marketplace.
Free tier US ok
#7
WunderTrading
The TradingView-signal specialist: real free tier, 30-50% lifetime affiliate program and free Premium tools when trading on Hyperliquid.
Free tier US ok
#8
Altrady
Terminal-plus-bots for active traders - strong scanners, 5-day no-card trial and a real 30-day refund window.
Free tier US ok
#9
3Commas
The most established cloud bot platform - deep features, real API-key incident history, now OAuth-hardened.
Security incident US ok
#10
HaasOnline
Veteran platform with the deepest scripting (HaasScript) and a rare self-hosted TradeServer lane - power users only.
US ok
#11
TradeSanta
Beginner-focused cloud platform for grid/DCA - pricing unverifiable from here, so treat plan details as indicative.
Free tier US ok
// FAQ
Does Kraken have built-in trading bots?
Kraken itself does not document a full bot suite in our database; the platforms below connect via API.
Which third-party bots support Kraken?
The platforms listed below document Kraken support. Before connecting, run the API key security checklist - trade-only, IP-whitelisted keys.