IQFeed is in the process of screwing me
out of $95.
I was signing up with them and then halted
my registration. In the preliminary registration I opted for real time feeds,
Later when I went back and completed the registration a day or two later, I
opted for Delayed data only.
A very notable person in this group
recommended that eSignal is a much better way to go. So I immediately canceled
my subscription to IQFeed (within 24 hrs of sign up). I never even got 1 quote
from them, or connected to their data server, but they are still charging me
for a month of RT data feeds.
Personally I think IQFeed stinks, but it
is just an opinion, based on my dealings to date. They still might be a very
good service, but alas, I will never know.
I am however very happy with eSignal, even
though their product sign up mechanism is a bit funky. I really like the
interface and it loads up slicker than a barrel of greased eels. I had to call
and get delayed FOREX data added, as for some reason my online order did not
get processed as I thought it should have.
Like Brian said, opt for delayed data
while you do your system testing, then turn on the RT feed when you need it.
You will save a couple of dollars that way.
Happy Trades,
Denton
From: amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx [mailto:amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of Brian Fenske
Sent: Friday, June 17, 2005 12:29
PM
To: amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Subject: Re: [amibroker] Need help
figuring out data options
Check out IQFeed. They work
well with AB. Base fee is $50 month. I'd give them a call and talk
to them about what you need. 15 min delayed data is free/cheap.
BUT, be sure to visit their site via
the link on the AmiBroker home page. That way they will waive the $50
setup fee.
----- Original Message -----
Sent: Friday,
June 17, 2005 11:20 AM
Subject: [amibroker]
Need help figuring out data options
· I would like to do
some intraday backtesting. What are my options for
getting some historical intraday data? I use
Interactive Brokers;
don't know if that helps me any. I'm
confused by all the various
options for getting data into AmiBroker and am
looking for some advice.
Thanks.
.