Differences between spot, futures and smart copy trading

Below is a comparison of Spot copy trading, Futures copy trading, and Smart copy trading to help you make better use of each strategy.

Spot copy trading

Checklist

1. Supported (immediately copies the lead trader's current open positions upon activation)
2. Low (only investment amount required; one-tap to follow)
3. Insufficient lead trader funds, exceeded open order count/position limit, price deviation protection, insufficient account balance, etc.
4. Up to 30%; settled weekly; requires no open position relationship
5. Up to 50% (private lead trading); settled weekly; requires no open position relationship
6. Up to 50% (private lead trading); settled weekly; requires no open position relationship

Notes

Futures copy trading

Smart copy trading

Core definition

Automatically copies a lead trader's spot buy/sell signals. No margin, lower risk.

Details follow the official OKX help article; this page is a learning checklist, not an official mirror.