Aeris vs NinjaTrader
Comparison
Aeris vs NinjaTrader.
Aeris is a fast native platform for Windows and macOS with footprint, CVD, and big trades built in, a free simulated account, and live futures through Rithmic, starting free. NinjaTrader is a mature futures platform with live trading and a large add-on ecosystem. ✓ Available · × Unavailable or planned · ? Unconfirmed. NinjaTrader details checked July 2026 by the Aeris team.
| Feature |   Aeris |  NinjaTrader |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Windows 10 and 11 · macOSLinux planned | Windows · web · mobile |
| Charting | Available. Rust engine · layouts · alerts | Available. Charts · NinjaScript |
| Footprint charts | Available. Volume at price · POC · imbalances | Available. Volumetric bars · premium |
| Order-flow tools | Available. CVD · bar delta · big tradesHeatmap planned | Available. Delta · profile · depth map |
| Replay | Available. Bar replay on any chart | Available. Market Replay |
| Market data | Available. Hyperliquid · Rithmic | Available. Broker and data feeds |
| Direct live trading | Available. Live futures via RithmicPlus simulated accounts | Available. Broker trading |
| Trade copier | Unavailable. Coming soonProp plan | Available. Third-party add-ons |
Prices exclude market data, exchange, brokerage, and tax. NinjaTrader is a trademark of its owner. Aeris is independent and not affiliated with NinjaTrader.
The short answer
Which one fits you.
The short answer
Choose Aeris if
- You want order flow built into the price: footprint, CVD, delta, and big trades without premium add-on bundles
- You want a native macOS app, not a Windows-only platform with web and mobile companions
- You want a workspace in ten languages with linked split layouts and symbol, timeframe, and crosshair sync
- You want bar replay with practice trading and a genuinely free plan
The short answer
Choose NinjaTrader if
- You want web and mobile apps alongside the desktop
- You rely on NinjaScript add-ons
- You want Market Replay and Order Flow+ tools
Pricing
What NinjaTrader and Aeris cost.
| Platform | Price |
|---|---|
| Aeris | Free $0, Pro $39/month, Prop $69/month at launch |
| NinjaTrader | Free with data fees; about $99/month or $1,499 lifetime |
Aeris billing is not live yet. Market data, exchange fees, brokerage fees, and tax are separate.
Questions
Plain answers.
Sources
Primary sources checked July 2026.