7 Olymp Trade Powerful Strategies
Olymp Trade offers everything from 5-second Quickler contracts to multi-minute fixed-time trades, and no single strategy fits all of those speeds. From the dozens of Olymp Trade setups we have published on this site, we have picked seven of the most useful and grouped them by style: trend-following, reversal trading, and fast Quickler scalping. Each section explains what the setup does, when it works best, and links to the full walkthrough with exact settings.
1. The 2 EMA Crossover (Trend-Following)
The simplest setup on this list uses just two exponential moving averages: a fast EMA crossing above a slow EMA suggests upward momentum, and a cross below suggests the opposite. It works best on the 1-minute chart when the market is clearly trending, and it struggles in flat, choppy conditions. The full settings and entry rules are in our Only 2 EMA Olymp Trade strategy post.
2. MACD Momentum Entries (Trend Confirmation)
MACD measures the distance between two moving averages, so it confirms whether a move actually has momentum behind it before you commit to a fixed-time trade. Entering only when the MACD line crosses its signal line in the direction of the larger trend helps filter out weak signals. See the exact settings we use in the best MACD settings for Olymp Trade guide.
3. Bollinger Bands + ZigZag (Range Reversals)
When price is moving sideways, Bollinger Bands mark the likely edges of the range and the ZigZag indicator highlights the swing points where price has turned before. Trading bounces off the outer bands is a classic reversal approach suited to quiet, ranging markets rather than strong trends. The complete setup is covered in our Bollinger Bands and ZigZag Quickler strategy.
4. Aroon + EMA Combo (Early Trend Detection)
The Aroon indicator measures how recently price made a new high or low, which makes it useful for spotting a trend early, while the EMA acts as a direction filter to keep you on the right side of the market. This combination suits 1-minute trades on assets that trend cleanly. We break down the rules in the Aroon and EMA Olymp Trade strategy post.
5. Stochastic Oscillator on Quickler (Fast Reversals)
The Stochastic oscillator flags overbought and oversold conditions, which is exactly what you want for the ultra-short Quickler asset where price often snaps back after a stretched move. Because Quickler trades expire in seconds, this setup demands strict discipline and small position sizes. Read the full method in our Quickler Stochastic strategy guide.
6. Parabolic SAR 1-Minute Reversals
Parabolic SAR plots dots above or below price, and when the dots flip sides it signals a potential change in direction. On the 1-minute chart this gives clear, unambiguous reversal cues, though it produces more false flips in sideways markets, so pair it with a trend filter. The step-by-step version is in our Parabolic SAR 1-minute reversals post.
7. Wave Trend on 5-Second Quickler (Momentum Scalping)
The Wave Trend oscillator smooths momentum into a clean wave, making it easier to read direction on the frantic 5-second Quickler chart than raw candles alone. Entries are taken when the wave crosses in a fresh direction, and the speed of expiry means you should limit how many trades you take per session. Full details are in the Quickler 5 Seconds Wave Trend strategy.
How to Pick Your Strategy
Start by matching the strategy to your trade duration: the EMA, MACD, Aroon, and Parabolic SAR setups suit 1-minute and longer fixed-time trades, while the Stochastic and Wave Trend methods are built for Quickler's seconds-based expiries. Then match it to the market condition in front of you — trend-following tools only make sense when price is actually trending, and reversal tools work best in ranges. Whichever you choose, test it on the demo account first, and learn one strategy at a time. Jumping between setups after a few losing trades is one of the most common reasons traders never build consistency.
FAQ
Which strategy is best for beginners?
The 2 EMA crossover is the easiest starting point because it uses only two indicators with clear visual signals. Practice it on demo until reading the crossovers feels natural, and leave the 5-second Quickler setups until later — the faster the expiry, the less room there is for hesitation or error.
Should I trade trend-following or reversal setups?
Neither style is better on its own; they fit different market conditions. Trend-following setups (EMA, MACD, Aroon) suit markets moving steadily in one direction, while reversal setups (Bollinger Bands, Stochastic, Parabolic SAR) are designed for ranges and exhausted moves. Identify the current condition first, then apply the matching tool.
Do I need paid tools to trade these strategies?
No — every setup above uses indicators that are freely available, either built into Olymp Trade or downloadable for MetaTrader. The custom versions we use in our videos, plus 100+ other indicators and strategy guides, are included in the $39 lifetime access package, but the free versions are enough to learn and demo-test each method.
This content is for educational purposes only. Trading involves risk. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Always practice responsible money management and limit your daily trades to avoid large losses.
