Testing the AceTrend trend indicator

In the process of testing the best trend indicators and compiling the RBTI rating, we discovered global problems in calculations. The discontent grew and it became obvious that if we want to make really big profits, we need a tool without these disadvantages.


The TrendRiders team decided to create their own tool for determining stock market trends. The goals have been set more than ambitious - we are following the top of the RBTI rating. Moreover, due to constant improvements and upgrades, we plan to keep it forever.


Said and done! With herculean efforts, we quickly created an indicator that surpasses all existing ones in power. We are confident that AceTrend will become an indispensable assistant for traders seeking success in the financial markets and will help them achieve stable profits. 


The first tests have already shown the highest potential. The time has come for the first full-fledged RBTI study. Now we will conduct a full-fledged testing with the result recorded. Of course, we hope to take the current top ranking right away. But even in case of failure, it's too early to give up, since this is just the first version of a completely new concept for calculating trend indicators.

 

What is AceTrend?

AceTrend best trend indicators

Let's consider the features of the AceTrend indicator for the MetaTrader 5 trading platform. Here we will only touch on what is directly relevant to trend identification and skip other elements of this indicator.

AceTrend is an innovative trend indicator developed by the TrendRiders team to accurately identify market trends. 

Using advanced technologies and unique latest methods to eliminate overfitting, the indicator provides high signal accuracy and works great on new real-world data.


 Main Features of AceTrend:

An improved algorithm for analyzing market trends.

Work on any timeframes and symbols.

The minimum number of false alarms.

Intuitive interface.

Excellent profitability on trending instruments.

 

The indicator provides traders with clear signals about the trend direction, entry and exit points of positions, working especially effectively in markets with a pronounced trend structure. AceTrend also includes additional features such as numbered patterns to identify key moments within a trend, a zig-zag based on indicator trends, and the levels of the most likely profit and trend reversal points. This makes it a reliable tool for making informed trading decisions.

  

Configurable parameters

We will not list and describe all the parameters of the AceTrend indicator here, but will consider only those that are involved in the configuration and make sense to be selected during optimization. The focus of the description is also aimed at conducting testing within the framework of the RBTI rating.


«—=Calculation settings=—»

  • «Power momentum Up» - the trigger threshold for the start of an uptrend. The recommended range is from 0.2 to 5 in 0.1 increments.
  • «Power momentum Dn» - the trigger threshold for the start of a downtrend. The recommended range is from 0.2 to 5 in 0.1 increments.
  • «UPK1» - a coefficient for fast and impulsive uptrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
  • «UPK2» - the coefficient for standard uptrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
  • «UPK3» - the coefficient for unstable uptrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
  • «DNK1» – a coefficient for fast and impulsive downtrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
  • «DNK2» – the coefficient for standard downtrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
  • «DNK3» – the coefficient for unstable downtrends. The recommended range is from 0.5 to 1.5 in increments of 0.1.
 

 

Trend interpretation

AceTrend, MetaTrader5, XAUUSD, H1 - Visualization of trend interpretation for RBTI

Everything is simple here. The AceTrend indicator was specially created to identify trends. Therefore, green and positive values are an uptrend, and red and negative values are a downtrend.

We will select the parameters for calculating the RBTI rating.

The selection of parameters is an integral part of calculating the Rating of the Best Trend Indicators (RBTI). According to the methodology, we will select the parameters on the symbol XAUUSD, H1 and the interval 2013-2024. We need to optimize according to the following criteria: balance, complex criterion, 2 times recovery factor, 2 times ISP (in our experts for tests, this criterion is calculated when selecting the "Maximum user criterion").


According to the results of the parameter selection, the Maximum balance and the best ISP were shown by the same set of parameters. This is how the result of the indicator's operation with these parameters looks like.

AceTrend, MetaTrader5, XAUUSD, H1 - test max Balance for RBTI raiting
  • Power momentum Up: 3.4
  • Power momentum Dn: 2.0
  • UPK1: 0.6
  • UPK2: 1.5
  • UPK3: 0.7
  • DNK1: 1.1
  • DNK2: 1.2
  • DNK3: 1.0

The maximum recovery factor was obtained using slightly different parameters. The main difference is the increase in momentum to start an uptrend.

AceTrend, MetaTrader5, XAUUSD, H1 - test max Recovery factor for RBTI raiting
  • Power momentum Up: 3.7
  • Power momentum Dn: 2.0
  • UPK1: 0.6
  • UPK2: 1.4
  • UPK3: 0.6
  • DNK1: 1.1
  • DNK2: 1.2
  • DNK3: 1.0
Examples of transactions using the AceTrend indicator

Despite the fact that the indicator is definitely losing money in flat areas, the balance curve is very smooth. But here you should not forget that this is not a ready-made trading system, but just a way to evaluate a trend indicator.

Now let's look at the main indicators in the optimization area.:

  • IMP_opti_maxBalance = 7.26
  • IMP_opti_maxRF = 7.66
  • IMP_opti_maxISP = 7.26
The results are undoubtedly outstanding, none of the indicators tested before has shown such high results. But we must remember, this is just a backtest! Let's move on to the most important and interesting thing - checking for new data (forwardtest).


Forwardtest and final calculation of the RBTI rating

According to the RBTI rating calculation method, we will increase the testing interval by adding a year at the beginning and a year at the end. As a result, our interval will look like this: 2012-2025. 


Let's check the parameters that show the maximum balance and ISP. We have separated the sections of the forward tests with red lines.

AceTrend, MetaTrader5, XAUUSD, H1 - forward test max Balance for RBTI raiting
IMP_opti_maxBalance = 5.23
IMP_opti_maxISP = 5.23
 
The results are not so outstanding compared to the optimization interval. Nevertheless, the period of the hard flat has passed in a small plus.

Now let's check the parameters with the maximum recovery factor.

AceTrend, MetaTrader5, XAUUSD, H1 - forward test max Recovery factor for RBTI raiting
IMP_opti_maxRF = 4.44
 
The picture is similar to the previous test. It is already clear that we will receive an outstanding RBTI rating. But there is still some understatement... A forward test with minimal profit is a failure or just an unfortunate combination of circumstances...

Beyond calculating the rating, we will conduct a test on the entire available history. It's June 2025, which means we have another six months of fresh history that was not involved in the selection of parameters. Let's run the test.

AceTrend forward test 2012-2025.06.18

As you can see on the chart, in 2025 the picture has completely straightened out and the AceTrend indicator has generated the largest profit in its history. The balance line is now higher than its slope line again and looks organic.

Average_IMP_opti  = 7.39

Average_IMP_all  = 4.96

RBTI = (IMP_all_maxBalance + IMP_all_maxRF + IMP_all_maxISP) / 3

PC = (Average_IMP_all / Average_IMP_opti) * 100


RBTI indicator AceTrend = 4.96
PC = 0.67%

18.06.2025
The AceTrend indicator has been assigned an RBTI rating of 4.96. The indicator ranks first in the rating table, ahead of the FourAverage indicator (rating 3.9).

 

 

Conclusions

AceTrend demonstrated high results during comprehensive testing and took the first place in the RBTI rating with a score of 4.96, ahead of its nearest competitor (FourAverage — 3.9).

Features of the indicator behavior:
  1. AceTrend demonstrates stable performance in various market conditions.
  2. Moderate losses are observed in the flat areas, but the overall balance curve remains flat.
  3. In 2025, the indicator showed a significant increase in efficiency, which confirms its adaptability to new market conditions.

General conclusions:
  1. The AceTrend indicator has shown high resistance to various market conditions.
  2. Demonstrates the ability to adapt and maintain effectiveness based on new data.
  3. The results of the forward testing confirm the reliability of the indicators obtained in the backtesting.
  4. The high RBTI rating objectively reflects AceTrend's superiority over other trend indicators.

Recommendations:
  1. The indicator can be effectively used as the main tool for trend determination.
  2. It is recommended to apply the optimal parameters found during the testing process.
  3. When used in flat markets, potential losses should be taken into account and additional filters should be applied.
  4. The indicator shows the best results when working with trending market movements.

AceTrend confirms its status as an advanced trend indicator with high efficiency and potential for further use in trading systems.
Downloads

  • RBTI_AceTrend_EA

  • SET_RBTI_EA

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Статья впервые опубликована: 17 July 2025

Дата последнего обновления: 17 July 2025