Comparison

COT Z vs FX Strength Meter

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

COT Z

Features
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COT Z-Score Analysis helps traders interpret the Commitment of Traders (COT) report using clean, standardized Z-Score metrics. Instead of reading raw positioning tables, the app transforms weekly COT values into easy-to-compare statistical signals that highlight extremes, sentiment shifts, and potential trend changes. Analyze futures markets across all major trader categories—including Producers, Managed Money, Other Reportables, and Open Interest—using consistent lookback periods (4, 12, 24, 36, and 48 weeks). View historical Z-Score trends, detailed tables, and color-coded sentiment ranges that reveal bullish or bearish positioning at a glance. Designed for clarity and speed, the app provides a structured view of institutional futures market behavior. Features • Z-Score normalization of weekly COT report data • Historical trend charts with multiple lookback periods • Interactive charts (tap to view exact Z-Scores) • Detailed Z-Score tables across all trader categories • Color-coded plot indicators for fast interpretation • Product selector for browsing futures markets • Light, Dark, and System theme options • Pull-to-refresh for the latest weekly COT data • Educational Info section explaining COT, Z-Scores, and interpretation • Setup alert notifications for every market • Access to web app (desktop) for those with iOS subscription This tool turns complex futures positioning into a simple, visual process—ideal for futures traders, quantitative analysts, and anyone who tracks institutional sentiment. Subscription Information COT Z-Score offers a 7 day trial with an auto-renewable subscription (“Full Access Subscription”) providing monthly access to all features above Users will be prevented to continue accessing the content of the app after the trial expires unless they subscribed • Subscription length: 1 month • Price: $9.99 per month • Payment: Charged to your Apple ID at confirmation of purchase • Renewal: Automatically renews unless canceled at least 24 hours before the renewal date • Manage: You can manage or cancel your subscription in your App Store account settings after purchase • Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ • Privacy Policy: https://cotzscore.com/#privacy

About

FX Strength Meter

Analyze currency strength in real-time to identify high-probability forex trading opportunities. Visualize currency movements with interactive charts and a unique heatmap matrix. Receive algorithmic trade signals with confidence levels and contextual advice.

Highlights
  • Real-time currency strength ranking
  • Interactive trend charts
  • 8x8 heatmap matrix
  • Algorithmic trade signals
  • Multiple timeframes (H1, H4, D1, W1)
  • Auto-refresh intervals
Features
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Compare the relative strength of USD, EUR, GBP, JPY, AUD, NZD, CHF and CAD across four timeframes. FX Strength Meter ranks currencies from strongest to weakest, shows how their strength changes, and highlights pair setups with the widest strength differences. STRENGTH DASHBOARD See all eight currencies on a clear 0–10 scale. Color-coded bars and direction arrows make relative strength and momentum easy to scan. Top Signals surface the largest current strength gaps. INTERACTIVE TREND CHART Watch currency strength evolve over time on a smooth multi-line chart. Drag across the chart to inspect exact values at any historical moment. Toggle individual currencies on or off to sharpen your analysis. 8x8 HEATMAP MATRIX Scan the 28 pairs formed by the eight major currencies in one color-coded matrix. Green and red show direction, while color intensity reflects the size of the move. Tap a cell for pair details, and use Top Movers to find the largest changes. PAIR SIGNALS Review BUY and SELL directions generated from current strength differentials. Each recommendation shows the pair, its strength spread, and context based on the relative ranking of the two currencies. Signals are ordered by the size of the differential. 4 TIMEFRAMES FOR EVERY STRATEGY • H1 (Hourly) — scalping & intraday moves • H4 (4-Hour) — short-term swing trades • D1 (Daily) — medium-term positions • W1 (Weekly) — long-term trend analysis DESIGNED FOR SERIOUS TRADERS • Auto-refresh: 30-second, 1-minute, or 5-minute intervals • Light, Dark & System color themes • Built-in visual guides • Clean, ad-free interface with zero distractions • No account required FREE & PREMIUM Use W1 and all four analysis views for free. Premium unlocks H1, H4, D1, custom refresh timing, and the default-timeframe setting. Terms of Use - https://pipsapps.com/terms.html Privacy Policy - https://pipsapps.com/privacy.html

Screenshots

COT Z4 screens
FX Strength Meter4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is device support: COT Z at 3 against FX Strength Meter's 1. COT Z also leads on iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. COT Z sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month and FX Strength Meter sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

COT Z ships an update every 3 weeks, FX Strength Meter every 10 days. The most recent releases landed on October 28, 2026 and October 25, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
COT Z versus FX Strength Meter: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCOT ZFX Strength Meter
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksEvery 10 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.1 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size39 MB2 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperRicardo DacostaAlona Nesterenko

In-app purchases

1 purchases

COT Z

Subscriptions1
  • COT- ZScore - Monthly Subscription$4.991 Month
4 purchases

FX Strength Meter

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Premium$0.997 Days
  • Monthly Premium3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Premium$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$12.99

Questions

Is COT Z free?
COT Z is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is FX Strength Meter free?
FX Strength Meter is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do COT Z or FX Strength Meter have ads?
Neither COT Z nor FX Strength Meter shows ads.
Which is updated more often, COT Z or FX Strength Meter?
COT Z ships an update every 3 weeks, and FX Strength Meter every 10 days. Most recently, COT Z was updated on October 28, 2026 and FX Strength Meter on October 25, 2026.

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