Three White Soldiers vs Three Inside Up
A detailed side-by-side comparison of the Three White Soldiers and Three Inside Up chart patterns.
Three consecutive long bullish candles, each opening within the prior body and closing near its high.
Best for
Strong bullish momentum confirmation
A bullish harami (candle 1+2) confirmed by a third bullish candle closing above the first candle's high.
Best for
Confirmed bullish reversal with harami base
Key Differences
- Three White Soldiers uses three full-sized candles; Three Inside Up starts with a harami
- Soldiers show raw momentum; Inside Up shows gradual shift
- Soldiers require each candle to open within the prior body
- Inside Up requires the second candle to be inside the first
- Both are three-candle bullish reversal patterns
When to Use Three White Soldiers
Use Three White Soldiers for aggressive bullish entries when you see three consecutive large bullish candles marching higher. Best with increasing volume on each candle.
When to Use Three Inside Up
Use Three Inside Up for a more conservative entry that starts with a harami (indecision) and then confirms with a breakout candle. The confirmation step reduces false signals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is stronger, Three White Soldiers or Three Inside Up?▾
Three White Soldiers shows stronger immediate momentum, while Three Inside Up provides a more gradual and confirmed reversal signal. Soldiers are more aggressive; Inside Up is more conservative.
Do both patterns require volume confirmation?▾
Yes, both benefit from increasing volume. Three White Soldiers ideally shows rising volume across all three candles. Three Inside Up should see high volume on the confirmation (third) candle.