We Ran Through All Users’ Copy-Trading PnL
Why are some traders at a loss, while others are seeing 6x — 20% profits? What’s causing the difference?
We ran through all users’ copy-trading PnL.
(Not-so-fun) Facts:
- All users who self-created their own strategies by finding addresses independently faced losses.
- Users following Candlestick strategies: 80% in profit, 20% in loss.
Profit range: 6x — 20% | Loss range: 10% — 20%.
Don’t get me wrong. We encourage users to build their own lists because crypto traders have unique styles. Only you know your best fit. To help, we’re working on more address tag lists to make finding your ideal strategies easier.
Copy trading = Good Addresses + Good Execution
This article will cover both parts:
- How to find good addresses from TraderScan?
- Why copy the same addresses, some make profits while some are at loss? What are the learning lessons?
There’re no universal rule for all crypto traders with different trading styles and risk tolerance. But some general tips can be applied.
How to Find Good Addresses on TraderScan?
As a degen, I love using the Profit Top 200 list.
To filter out insider wallets and find consistently good performers, set these filters:
— Tokens traded: ≥ 5
— Win rate: ≥ 60% (adjust based on your risk tolerance)
— Total profit: Set according to your target
then, sort by ROI
These same filters work for lists like Smart DEX Trader, Smart Meme Pro, Top ROI, and Top Win Rate.
After filtering, here’re some key tips to refine your choices:
- Check Wins vs. Losses
-> For the same 70% win rate, addresses with more wins are preferable.
2. Click ‘Last’ to view recent trades
- Are recent trades profitable or at a loss?
- Are profits from old buys or recent trades?
-> Focus on addresses with recent profitable trades.
3. ROI per Token > 10%
A token with less than 10% ROI may not cover gas fees (gwei >30), especially if your trade size is under $1K.
4. Profit Spread
Ensure profits are spread across multiple tokens, not concentrated in just one.
5. Token Holdings
-> Favor addresses with larger token holdings, as they’re more likely to continue making new buys.
After you get the right addresses, how to boost your success rate? Execution Matters.
Think of it like a top student — while they’re likely to do well, there’s no guarantee they’ll ace every test.
- Cover at Least 8 Trades
Copy trading is a numbers game.
For example, if an address has a 1x ROI with a 40% win rate, they could lose 6 trades and win the next 4 in a row.
Your fund settings must cover all 8 trades — if you stop after the 6th, you might miss the winner.
This is the most common reason for the loss. Many users miss out on the gems because they don’t cover enough trades.
The biggest profits are seen by users who covered 15+ trades.
The system estimates how many trades your funds can cover based on the addresses you’re following when you input your amount.
2. Keep Your Game Running
Try to keep your strategy running, especially when the market is favorable.
If you’re low on funds, consider adding more or manually selling some tokens to free up capital for the next opportunity.
We’re launching Tg alerts next week to help you stay updated.
3. Your Execution Settings
Your settings can make a big difference, even when copying the same addresses.
Let’s look at Take Profit and Stop Loss:
- Some users set 300% take profit and 100% stop loss, believing that tokens may rebound after a 30–40% drop, and they’re okay with a full 100% loss.
- Others prefer 100% take profit and 30% stop loss to play it safer.
From our data, the most profitable users typically use one of the following:
- 300% take profit + 70% stop loss
- 100% take profit + 30% stop loss
In the next version, you’ll be able to customize price protection, gas fee protection, and tax protection, which will offer even more flexibility and varied results.
4. Buy Size > $300 per Trade
Ethereum network fees are high. If your trade size is too small, gas fees can easily eat into your profits.
