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BadBuddha VWAP Lite
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Need the full feature set? Upgrade to BadBuddha VWAP PRO — $10
Version 2.4.0.0 · Free tool — no signup required. See the install guide to get it on your chart.
One adjustable standard deviation band
BadBuddha VWAP Lite plots volume-weighted average price with a single standard deviation band. The band is adjustable from 0.5 to 3.0 and defaults to 2.0, giving you reference levels for potential support and resistance.
Resets at the start of every session
VWAP resets at the start of each trading session, so every session starts clean. Colors, line widths and band opacity are adjustable, and the band has a shaded fill.
Install in Under a Minute
Same NinjaScript import as every NinjaTrader 8 add-on.
Download the .zip
Hit the download button above — no account or checkout for free tools.
Import into NinjaTrader 8
Control Center → Tools → Import → NinjaScript Add-On, then select the downloaded file. Don’t unzip it first.
Add it to a chart
Open a chart → right-click → Indicators (or the relevant menu) → add BadBuddha VWAP Lite and configure it to taste.
Stay current
BadBuddha tools include an update checker that tells you inside NinjaTrader when a new version ships — and this page always serves the latest build.
Lite vs PRO
Both draw VWAP with standard deviation bands and full visual control. Lite gives you one band and a session reset; PRO gives you four bands and daily, weekly or monthly resets.
| Feature | BadBuddha VWAP Lite Free | BadBuddha VWAP PRO $10 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | $10 one-time |
| Standard deviation bands | One, adjustable from 0.5 to 3.0 (2.0 by default) | Four independent bands at 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2.0 |
| Toggle bands individually | — | Yes |
| Reset periods | Each trading session | Session, daily, weekly or monthly |
| Band fills | Shaded, with adjustable opacity | Smooth continuous fills, with adjustable opacity |
| Colors and line widths | Adjustable | Adjustable |
BadBuddha VWAP Lite FAQ
Is BadBuddha VWAP Lite really free?
Yes — it's a free BadBuddha tool. No trial clock, no account, no activation; download it and use it.
How do I install BadBuddha VWAP Lite?
Download the .zip, then in NinjaTrader 8 go to Control Center → Tools → Import → NinjaScript Add-On and select the file (don’t unzip it first). Full walkthrough in the Getting Started guide.
What does VWAP Pro add over VWAP Lite?
VWAP Lite plots a single standard-deviation band, adjustable from 0.5 to 3.0 and defaulting to 2.0, and resets at the start of each trading session. VWAP Pro plots four independently configurable bands at 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, and 2.0 standard deviations, each of which can be toggled on or off, and adds Daily, Weekly, and Monthly reset periods on top of the session reset — which is what makes it useful for swing and position trading rather than intraday only.
When does VWAP Lite reset?
VWAP Lite resets automatically at the start of each trading session, so each session gets a clean VWAP and band with clear visual separation from the previous one.
Does it work on prop-firm evaluation and funded accounts?
It runs inside NinjaTrader 8 on whichever accounts your session is connected to, whether sim, evaluation or funded. It only draws on your chart and places no orders. VWAP is volume-weighted, so it depends on the volume your data feed sends for the instrument. Your prop firm’s rules are its own, so check them before you add any tool to a live account.
How do updates work?
Every BadBuddha tool ships with a built-in update checker — when a new version is released, NinjaTrader lets you know, and the download on this page always serves the current build.
Where do I get support?
Email support@badbuddhacustoms.com with "BadBuddha VWAP Lite" in the subject line. Questions, bug reports, and feature ideas are all welcome.