TL;DR: Buy Bot executes buy-only transactions to pump your chart up with green candles. Bump Bot executes buy + sell cycles for front page visibility without moving price. Use Buy Bot when you want price increase. Use Bump Bot when you want homepage ranking. Use both for maximum impact.
The Confusion: Buy Bot vs Bump Bot
Both bots generate activity on your Pump.fun token. Both cost 0.0005 SOL per transaction. But they do completely different things to your chart.
Understanding the difference helps you:
- Choose the right bot for your goal
- Avoid wasting SOL on the wrong tool
- Combine both strategically for maximum results
Buy Bot: Moves Your Chart UP
A Buy Bot executes buy-only transactions on your bonding curve.
How It Works
Buy → Price increases → Green candle
Buy → Price increases → Green candle
Buy → Price increases → Green candle
Result: Chart pumps upward
What It Does
| Effect | Result |
|---|---|
| Price | Goes UP |
| Chart | Green candles |
| Buy count | Increases |
| Buy volume | Increases |
Two Use Cases
1. Tiny Buys (0.00001 SOL) - Increase Buy Count
- Goal: Show lots of buying activity
- Chart impact: Minimal
- Cost: ~0.5 SOL for 1,000 buys
- Traders see: "Wow, 1,000+ buys!"
2. Large Buys (0.05-0.25 SOL) - Pump Chart
- Goal: Move price up significantly
- Chart impact: Big green candles
- Cost: ~5-25 SOL for 100 buys
- Traders see: "Price is pumping!"
Bump Bot: Keeps You on Front Page
A Bump Bot executes buy + sell cycles (bumps) rapidly.
How It Works
Buy + Sell → Transaction recorded → No net price change
Buy + Sell → Transaction recorded → No net price change
Buy + Sell → Transaction recorded → No net price change
Result: High activity, same price
What It Does
| Effect | Result |
|---|---|
| Price | Stays SAME (neutral) |
| Chart | Activity without direction |
| Transaction count | Increases massively |
| Front page | Stays visible |
Key Feature: Up to 500 BPM
Bump Bot can run at 500 bumps per minute - creating massive transaction frequency that keeps you on:
- Pump.fun homepage
- King of the Hill
- Trending lists
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Buy Bot | Bump Bot |
|---|---|---|
| Transaction type | Buy only | Buy + Sell |
| Price impact | Moves UP | Neutral (no change) |
| Chart effect | Green candles | Activity, no direction |
| Primary goal | Pump chart / buy count | Front page visibility |
| Speed | Configurable | Up to 500 BPM |
| Platform fee | 0.0005 SOL/buy | 0.0005 SOL/bump |
| Best for | Price increase, FOMO | Homepage, King of Hill |
When to Use Buy Bot
Use Case 1: Increase Buy Transaction Count
You want traders to see high buy numbers.
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Buy amount | 0.00001 SOL (tiny) |
| Rate | High |
| Goal | "1,000+ buys" metric |
Why it works: Traders check buy/sell counts. High buy count signals demand.
Use Case 2: Pump the Chart
You want visible price increase and green candles.
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Buy amount | 0.05 - 0.25 SOL |
| Rate | Moderate |
| Goal | Rising chart, FOMO |
Why it works: Large buys create real price movement that attracts organic buyers.
Buy Bot Best For:
✅ Creating green candles on chart
✅ Increasing token price
✅ Boosting buy transaction count
✅ Pre-migration price push
✅ Creating buying momentum / FOMO
When to Use Bump Bot
Primary Goal: Front Page Visibility
You want to stay on Pump.fun homepage and King of the Hill.
| Setting | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| BPM | 100-300 (moderate to aggressive) |
| Duration | 15-30 minutes |
| Goal | Homepage ranking |
Why it works: Pump.fun's algorithm rewards transaction frequency. More bumps = higher ranking.
Bump Bot Best For:
✅ Staying on Pump.fun front page
✅ Reaching King of the Hill
✅ High transaction frequency (500 BPM)
✅ Activity without spending on actual buys
✅ Maintaining visibility over time
The Key Difference Visualized
Buy Bot Effect on Chart
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Result: Upward trend, green candles
Bump Bot Effect on Chart
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Result: Flat/sideways with activity
Cost Comparison
Both bots charge 0.0005 SOL per transaction. But total cost differs based on use case.
Buy Bot Costs
Tiny buys (buy count):
| Buys | Platform Fee | Buy Amount | Total |
|------|--------------|------------|-------|
| 1,000 | 0.5 SOL | 0.01 SOL | ~0.51 SOL |
| 5,000 | 2.5 SOL | 0.05 SOL | ~2.55 SOL |
Large buys (chart pump):
| Buys | Platform Fee | Buy Amount | Total |
|------|--------------|------------|-------|
| 100 | 0.05 SOL | 5 SOL (0.05×100) | ~5.05 SOL |
| 100 | 0.05 SOL | 25 SOL (0.25×100) | ~25.05 SOL |
Bump Bot Costs
| Duration | BPM | Bumps | Platform Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 min | 100 | 1,500 | ~0.75 SOL |
| 30 min | 200 | 6,000 | ~3 SOL |
| 30 min | 300 | 9,000 | ~4.5 SOL |
Key insight: Bump Bot recycles the same SOL (buy then sell). Buy Bot spends SOL on actual purchases.
Can You Use Both Together?
Yes - and you should for maximum impact.
| Bot | What It Does | Combined Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Buy Bot | Pumps chart up | Rising price attracts buyers |
| Bump Bot | Front page visibility | More eyes on your rising chart |
| Together | Chart pump + visibility | Maximum FOMO |
Recommended Combination Strategy
Bump Bot (150-200 BPM) → Keeps you on front page
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Buy Bot (large buys) → Pumps chart with green candles
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Traders see: Rising chart on homepage = FOMO buying
Quick Decision Guide
Choose Buy Bot If:
- You want your chart to go up
- You need green candles
- You want to increase buy count metric
- You're creating buying momentum
- Budget allows for actual token purchases
Choose Bump Bot If:
- You want front page visibility
- You're competing for King of the Hill
- You need high transaction frequency
- You want activity without price movement
- You want to recycle SOL (buy + sell)
Choose Both If:
- You want maximum visibility
- You want rising chart + homepage presence
- You're doing a serious launch
- You want FOMO creation
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Complete Bot Stack
For the best results, consider all four bot types:
| Bot | Purpose | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Buy Bot | Chart pump, green candles | Use Buy Bot |
| Bump Bot | Front page, King of Hill | Use Bump Bot |
| Volume Bot | Trading volume metrics | Use Volume Bot |
| Holder Bot | Increase holder count | Use Holder Bot |
Each targets different ranking signals. Combine for maximum Pump.fun visibility.
Common Questions
Does Buy Bot guarantee price goes up?
Each buy creates upward pressure. But if others sell simultaneously, net effect depends on relative volume. More aggressive Buy Bot settings overcome selling pressure.
Can Bump Bot pump my chart?
No. Bump Bot is buy + sell (neutral). It creates activity but not price movement. Use Buy Bot for chart pumping.
Which is cheaper?
- Bump Bot is cheaper for pure activity (recycles SOL)
- Buy Bot tiny buys is cheap for buy count
- Buy Bot large buys costs more (actual purchases)
Do both work after migration?
No. Both only work on bonding curve. After migration to AMM, use Pumpfun-AMM bots.
Which should I start with?
- Limited budget: Bump Bot for visibility
- Want chart movement: Buy Bot
- Serious launch: Both together
Summary
| Question | Buy Bot | Bump Bot |
|---|---|---|
| Moves price? | YES - up | NO - neutral |
| Green candles? | YES | NO |
| Front page? | Indirect | YES - primary |
| King of Hill? | Indirect | YES - primary |
| Recycles SOL? | NO - spends | YES - buy+sell |
| Best for? | Chart pump | Visibility |
Bottom line: Buy Bot moves your chart. Bump Bot keeps you visible. Use both for maximum Pump.fun success.
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👉 Buy Bot - Pump chart with green candles
👉 Bump Bot - Stay on front page (500 BPM)
👉 Full Bot Stack - All bots in one dashboard
All bots: 0.0005 SOL per transaction | No code required | Live dashboard
Related Resources
- What is a Pump.fun Buy Bot and How Does It Pump Your Chart?
- Pump.fun Volume Bot vs Bump Bot: What's the Difference?
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