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Double Bottom Pattern

A bullish reversal pattern where price reaches a support level twice, forming a "W" shape, signaling potential trend reversal upward.

Quick Answer

A bullish reversal pattern where price reaches a support level twice, forming a "W" shape, signaling potential trend reversal upward.

What Is the Double Bottom Pattern?

The Double Bottom is a bullish reversal pattern that forms after a downtrend. Price reaches a low, bounces, then returns to approximately the same low before rallying. The pattern looks like the letter "W" and is confirmed when price breaks above the resistance level (neckline) formed by the bounce.

How the Double Bottom Forms

  1. 1Price reaches a new low (first bottom)
  2. 2Price bounces to form a resistance level
  3. 3Price drops to approximately the same low (second bottom)
  4. 4Price breaks above the resistance/neckline

How to Confirm the Pattern

Break above neckline with volume
Second bottom may be slightly higher (showing strength)
Volume often higher on breakout
Neckline retest as support confirms

Price Target Calculation

Measure the height from the bottoms to the neckline, then project upward from the neckline break.

Best Timeframes for Double Bottom

1H4HDaily

How to Trade the Double Bottom

  • Identify trend reversals at support
  • Set bullish trade targets
  • Place stops below the double bottom
  • Confirm support levels

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Trading before neckline confirmation
Assuming any two lows form a double bottom
Not waiting for adequate time between lows
Ignoring volume patterns

Detect Double Bottom Automatically

VaultCharts automatically detects Double Bottom patterns on your charts. No manual analysis needed - the pattern is highlighted with entry zones and targets.

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