TradeDay Review
VerifiedEst. 2020 · US
Our Final Verdict On TradeDay
TradeDay scored 63/100 in our 2026 review. The firm offers three one-step futures evaluations — Intraday, EOD, and Static — with account sizes of $50K, $100K, and $150K. The evaluation requires a minimum of 5 trading days and a 30% consistency rule (no single day exceeding 30% of total profit).
BPF Score
From $87
Challenge Types
1-step
Profit Split
95%
Challenge Fees
Starting from $87
Trading Platforms
NinjaTrader, Tradovate
Independent Review
Our Rating
Challenges
Spreads
Markets
Payouts
Platforms
Support
Trust
Pros
- Day one payouts with no restrictions on withdrawal frequency
- No activation fee for funded accounts
- Funded traders do not pay additional commission
- Monthly membership stops once funded
- Three drawdown models: Intraday, EOD, and Static
- Up to 95% profit share
- Published pass rate of 28.2%
- Strong educational package: webinars, research, live squawk, mentoring, courses, e-books, coaching
Cons
- Day-trading only — all positions closed before market close
- No holding positions over tier 1 market data releases
- 30% consistency rule limits single-day profit contribution
- Third-party bots and automated trading systems banned
- Monthly subscription billing (non-refundable)
- Younger firm (operating since 2020)
- Copy trading rule not confirmed in source data
- TradingView not verified as available platform
Best For
Futures traders who want day one payouts, no activation fee, commission-free funded trading, three drawdown models, and a clear path to Funded Sim or Funded Live accounts with up to 95% profit share
Not Ideal For
Traders who need overnight or swing trading, those who rely on automated systems or bots, traders wanting forex, crypto, stocks, or CFD access, or those uncomfortable with strict day-trading-only rules and tier 1 news restrictions
Our Take on TradeDay
TradeDay scored 63/100 in our 2026 review. The firm offers three one-step futures evaluations — Intraday, End of Day (EOD), and Static — with account sizes of $50K, $100K, and $150K. Evaluations require a minimum of 5 trading days, and no single day's profit may exceed 30% of total profit.
TradeDay is day-trading only — all positions must be closed before the market closes and at least 10 minutes prior to the end of any session. No holding positions over tier 1 market data releases. Three drawdown models are available: Intraday trailing max drawdown, EOD trailing max drawdown, and Static fixed drawdown. Drawdowns vary by product and size (e.g. $50K Intraday has $2,000 trailing max drawdown, $100K Intraday has $3,000, $150K Intraday has $4,000, while Static accounts use fixed drawdowns from $500 to $1,000).
Profit share starts at 80% from day one, with the potential to reach 95%. Day one payouts are marketed with no restrictions on withdrawal frequency. Monthly membership stops once funded, and funded traders do not pay additional commission on trading. No activation fee applies.
The firm operates on futures only across CME, CBOT, NYMEX, and COMEX. Stocks, options, forex, cryptocurrency, and CFDs are not permitted. Platforms include NinjaTrader and Tradovate. Third-party trading bots and automated trading systems are banned, as is software or AI used to manipulate or gain an unfair advantage. TradeDay has operated since 2020 and published a pass rate of 28.2% (October 2023 – March 2024).
Key Facts
| Evaluation Types | 1-step |
| Max Payout Split | 95% |
| Payout Schedule | Day one payouts. No restrictions on withdrawal frequency. 80% profit share from day one, up to 95%. Monthly membership stops once funded. Funded traders do not pay additional commission on trading. |
| First Payout | After 1 days |
| Daily Drawdown | — |
| Max Drawdown | — |
| Platforms | NinjaTrader, Tradovate |
| News Trading | Not Allowed |
| Weekend Holding | Not Allowed |
| Copy Trading | — |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | Not Allowed |
 Trustpilot | — |
Consistency Rule
No single day's profit may exceed 30% of total profit.
Challenge Accounts
TradeDay offers three one-step futures evaluations: Intraday, End of Day (EOD), and Static. Each uses a different drawdown model. Account sizes available are $50K, $100K, and $150K.
To pass, traders must hit the profit target, trade for a minimum of 5 days, and keep any single day's profit at no more than 30% of total profit. TradeDay is strictly day-trading only — all positions must be closed before the market closes and at least 10 minutes prior to the end of any session. No holding positions over tier 1 market data releases.
Intraday — Trailing Max Drawdown
Real-time trailing drawdown that follows your highest equity point during the session. Example: $50K has $2,000 trailing max, $100K has $3,000, $150K has $4,000.
End of Day (EOD) — Trailing Max Drawdown
Trailing drawdown calculated at the end of each trading session rather than in real time. Provides more breathing room for intraday fluctuations.
Static — Fixed Drawdown
Fixed drawdown that does not trail. Static accounts use fixed drawdowns from $500 to $1,000 depending on account size. Tightest drawdown but does not increase as profits grow.
Evaluation Structure
Fee Type
Monthly Sub
Duration
Until pass/cancel
Min Trading Days
5 days
Consistency
30% max/day
Pass Rate
28.2%
Drawdown by Account Size (Intraday)
| Account Size | Trailing Max Drawdown |
|---|---|
| $50K Intraday | $2,000 |
| $100K Intraday | $3,000 |
| $150K Intraday | $4,000 |
| Static accounts | $500–$1,000 (fixed) |
Funded Account Path
After passing the evaluation, traders may receive either a Funded Sim or Funded Live account. No activation fee applies. Monthly membership stops once funded.
Profit Split
80%→95%
Activation Fee
None
Commission
None (funded)
Verdict on Challenges — 6/10
Three drawdown models give traders genuine choice, and the 28.2% pass rate is above average for the industry. The 5-day minimum and 30% consistency rule are reasonable. However, the strict day-trading-only requirement, mandatory close 10 minutes before session end, and the tier 1 news restriction significantly limit trading style flexibility. The path to funded accounts is clear, with no activation fee and membership stopping once funded.
Commission Fees & Pricing
TradeDay uses monthly subscription billing with separate pricing by drawdown type. Subscriptions continue until the trader passes or cancels. Purchases are non-refundable. Paid resets are available, and a free reset comes at subscription renewal.
Once funded, the monthly membership stops and funded traders do not pay additional commission on trading. There is no activation fee.
Current Discounted Monthly Pricing
| Account | Intraday | EOD | Static |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $87/mo | $122/mo | $115/mo |
| $100K | $137/mo | $172/mo | $165/mo |
| $150K | $187/mo | $222/mo | $215/mo |
Billing
Monthly Recurring
Activation Fee
None
Funded Commission
None
Refunds
Non-refundable
Resets
If you fail the evaluation, paid resets are available at published prices by plan. Alternatively, you can wait for subscription renewal for a free reset.
Verdict on Pricing — 6/10
Starting from $87/month for the $50K Intraday plan, TradeDay's pricing is competitive within the monthly subscription model. The key advantages are no activation fee, commission-free funded trading, and the monthly membership stopping once funded. The free reset at renewal is a helpful inclusion. However, recurring monthly billing with non-refundable purchases means costs accumulate the longer it takes to pass.
Financial Markets & Leverage
TradeDay is futures only. Only listed futures products on CME, CBOT, NYMEX, and COMEX are permitted. Stocks, options, forex, cryptocurrency, and CFDs are not permitted.
CME
Equity & Currency
ES, NQ, 6E + more
CBOT
Agricultural & Bonds
ZC, ZW, ZB + more
NYMEX
Energy
CL, NG, HO, RB
COMEX
Metals
GC, SI, HG + more
Not Available
Stocks, options, forex, cryptocurrency, and CFDs are not permitted. ICE and EUREX exchanges are also not offered. TradeDay is exclusively for CME Group futures products.
Verdict on Markets — 5/10
Coverage of the four core CME Group exchanges (CME, CBOT, NYMEX, COMEX) provides access to the major US futures markets including equities, currencies, agricultural, energy, and metals. However, the futures-only restriction and absence of ICE and EUREX limit the range compared to multi-asset competitors. Traders needing forex, crypto, stocks, or CFDs will need to look elsewhere.
Trading Platforms
TradeDay's verified platform stack includes NinjaTrader and Tradovate. The broader wording mentions the system works across iOS, macOS, Windows, and Android. TradingView is not verified in the uploaded source files.
NinjaTrader
Advanced charting, strategy automation, and custom indicators. Full-featured desktop platform with market depth, automated strategy execution, and backtesting capabilities.
Tradovate
Browser-based and mobile platform with multi-device access. Cloud-based with real-time data across iOS, macOS, Windows, and Android.
TradingView Not Verified
TradingView is not confirmed in the uploaded source files. Traders who require TradingView should confirm availability directly with TradeDay before purchasing.
Trading Rules
| Rule | Status |
|---|---|
| Day Trading Only | Close before market close + 10 min prior to session end |
| Tier 1 News | No holding over tier 1 market data releases |
| Consistency Rule | No single day > 30% of total profit |
| Contract Limits | Max per evaluation tier |
| Automated Systems / Bots | Third-party bots & ATS banned |
| AI / Manipulation Software | Banned if used to manipulate or gain unfair advantage |
| VPN / VPS | Banned for masking location |
| Copy Trading | Not confirmed in source data |
Verdict on Platforms — 7/10
NinjaTrader and Tradovate are solid, well-established futures platforms with cross-device support. The platform offering itself is competitive. However, the strict day-trading-only rules, tier 1 news restriction, bot ban, and VPN ban constrain how traders can use these platforms. TradingView is not verified.
Payments & Profit Payout
TradeDay pays 80% from day one, with the potential to reach 95%. The firm advertises day one payouts with no restrictions on withdrawal frequency. Once funded, the monthly membership stops and traders do not pay additional commission on trading. No activation fee applies.
Profit Split
80%→95%
First Payout
Day 1
Frequency
No restrictions
Activation Fee
None
Payout Details
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Split | 80% |
| Maximum Split | 95% |
| Day One Payout | Yes |
| Withdrawal Frequency | No restrictions |
| Funded Commission | None |
| Monthly Fee Once Funded | Stops |
| Funded Account Type | Funded Sim or Funded Live |
Payment Methods
Crypto
Cryptocurrency payout option
ACH
Direct bank transfer
Verdict on Payouts — 7/10
TradeDay's payout structure is one of its stronger areas. Day one payouts with no restrictions on withdrawal frequency is a genuine advantage. The 80% starting split rising to 95% is competitive, and the combination of no activation fee, commission-free funded trading, and membership stopping once funded makes the funded path cleaner than many competitors. The split doesn't reach the 100% offered by some firms, but the overall payout package is well-structured.
Customer Service & Education
TradeDay provides a strong educational and community package that goes beyond what many futures prop firms offer. The support infrastructure includes a Discord community and a comprehensive set of learning resources.
Educational & Community Resources
Webinars
Live learning sessions
Research
Market analysis
Live Squawk
Real-time audio feed
Daily Commentary
Market updates
Discord
Community + support
Mentoring
One-on-one guidance
Courses
Structured learning
E-Books
Written guides
Coaching
Direct access
Verdict on Support — 8/10
TradeDay's educational and community offering is one of its strongest areas. Webinars, research, live squawk, daily market commentary, Discord, mentoring, courses, e-books, and coaching give traders a comprehensive support ecosystem. This is a richer package than what most futures prop firms provide and adds genuine value beyond just the evaluation product itself.
Trust & Community
TradeDay has operated since 2020, making it a younger firm compared to established competitors like Topstep (2012) or Earn2Trade (2016). The firm publishes named leadership, office details, and a pass rate of 28.2% (October 2023 – March 2024).
Operating Since
2020
~6 years
Pass Rate
28.2%
Oct 2023 – Mar 2024
Leadership
Named
publicly listed
TrustPilot
—
not available
Trust Signals
| Signal | Status |
|---|---|
| Operating History | Since 2020 |
| Named Leadership | Publicly listed |
| Office Details | Published |
| Pass Rate Published | 28.2% (Oct 2023 – Mar 2024) |
| No Activation Fee | Confirmed |
| TrustPilot | Not available |
| Firm Age | Younger than established competitors |
Verdict on Trust — 6/10
TradeDay shows reasonable transparency with named leadership, published office details, and a public pass rate of 28.2%. These are positive signals. However, the firm has only operated since 2020 — younger than established competitors — and has no TrustPilot presence for independent review verification. The trust profile is adequate but not yet at the level of firms with longer track records and larger independent review bases.
Our Final Verdict On TradeDay
TradeDay scored 63/100 in our 2026 review. The firm offers three one-step futures evaluations — Intraday, EOD, and Static — with account sizes of $50K, $100K, and $150K. The evaluation requires a minimum of 5 trading days and a 30% consistency rule (no single day exceeding 30% of total profit).
The payout structure is one of TradeDay's stronger points. Profit share starts at 80% from day one with the potential to reach 95%. Day one payouts are marketed with no restrictions on withdrawal frequency. No activation fee applies, monthly membership stops once funded, and funded traders do not pay additional commission on trading. After passing, traders may receive either a Funded Sim or Funded Live account.
The firm is strictly day-trading only — all positions must be closed before market close and at least 10 minutes prior to end of any session. No holding over tier 1 market data releases. Third-party bots and automated trading systems are banned, as is software or AI used to manipulate or gain an unfair advantage. VPN/VPS use to mask location is also banned. Copy trading rules are not confirmed.
TradeDay operates on futures only across CME, CBOT, NYMEX, and COMEX — no stocks, options, forex, crypto, or CFDs. Platforms include NinjaTrader and Tradovate. The educational package is strong, including webinars, research, live squawk, daily market commentary, Discord, mentoring, courses, e-books, and coaching. TradeDay has operated since 2020, publishes named leadership and office details, and reported a 28.2% pass rate between October 2023 and March 2024.
Frequently Asked Questions
Data Sources
- https://tradeday.com
Last reviewed 2026-03-12 · Data verified 2026-03-12