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DayTraders.com: Futures-Only Prop Firm With Pro Evaluations, Straight to Funded, Straight to Live & Automated Payouts
DayTraders.com is a futures-focused prop trading platform offering simulated Pro evaluations, Straight to Funded accounts, and a Straight to Live pathway for traders who want access to real market execution after passing the required evaluation. The firm is built around futures contracts, defined drawdown structures, qualifying trading days, automated payout workflows and platform access powered by ONYX and Rithmic infrastructure.
Firm Overview
DayTraders.com is focused strictly on futures trading. The platform does not support Forex, CFDs, stocks, options or crypto trading inside its programs. Traders work with futures contracts listed on major regulated exchanges such as CME, COMEX, NYMEX and CBOT.
Pro Evaluations
The standard evaluation route. Traders choose Trail, EOD or Static accounts, pass the evaluation, then activate a Pro Account with payout eligibility based on qualifying days.
Straight to Funded
A direct simulated funded-style route with no traditional evaluation pass. S2F accounts use EOD drawdown, defined payout cycles and a 20% consistency rule.
Straight to Live
Evaluation path toward a live brokerage account with real market execution. S2L uses its own passing requirements, drawdown rules and live account conditions.
Pro Evaluation Accounts
Pro Evaluations are the standard DayTraders.com challenge route. Most listed Pro evaluations require 2 Qualifying Days to pass, use a 50% evaluation consistency rule, and move into Pro Accounts after passing and activation.
Pro Evaluation Comparison
| Type | Sizes | Drawdown | Profit Target | Min Days | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trail | 25K, 50K, 150K, 300K | Intraday trailing | $1,500 to $15,000 | 2 QDays | Higher contract limits, no daily loss limit on listed Trail evaluations. |
| EOD | 25K, 50K, 150K, 300K | End-of-Day trailing | $1,500 to $15,000 | 2 QDays | Uses daily loss limits and EOD trailing drawdown structure. |
| Static | 25K, 50K, 100K, 150K | Static | $2,500 to $6,750 | 2 QDays | Simpler static drawdown structure with no daily loss limit listed. |
Core Pro Evaluation Rules
| Rule Area | Evaluation Rule | Pro Account Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Days | 2 Qualifying Days to pass listed Pro evaluations | Pro payout eligibility requires 8 Qualifying Days per payout cycle. |
| Consistency | 50% evaluation consistency rule | Pro Accounts use a 30% payout-cycle consistency rule. |
| Activation | Pass evaluation first | One-time Pro activation fee is listed after passing, with activation deadline after pass. |
| Profit Split | No payout during evaluation | Pro Accounts list 100% simulated profit split once payout requirements are met. |
Straight to Funded
Straight to Funded is the direct simulated funded-style account path. It skips the traditional Pro evaluation pass, uses EOD drawdown, and has payout eligibility based on 10 Qualifying Days, minimum daily profit thresholds and a 20% consistency rule.
Straight to Funded Snapshot
| Size | Drawdown Type | Daily Loss | Payout Cycle | Consistency | Profit Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25K | EOD | None listed | 10 QDays | 20% | 100% simulated split |
| 50K | EOD | $1,250 | 10 QDays | 20% | 100% simulated split |
| 150K | EOD | $3,750 | 10 QDays | 20% | 100% simulated split |
Straight to Live
Straight to Live is the route for traders who want to pass an evaluation and unlock a live brokerage account backed by firm capital. It uses an 8 Qualifying Day pass requirement, intraday trailing drawdown, defined daily loss limits and 25% evaluation consistency.
Straight to Live Plans
| Plan | Starting Capital | Min Days | Target | Daily Loss | Live Account |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core | 50K | 8 QDays | $3,000 | $1,000 | Daily payouts, 80/20 split, scaling available. |
| Edge | 150K | 8 QDays | $8,500 | $1,750 | Daily payouts, 80/20 split, scaling available. |
| Ultra | 300K | 8 QDays | $15,000 | $3,250 | Daily payouts, 80/20 split, scaling available. |
Payout Structure
DayTraders.com uses different payout rules by account stage. Pro and S2F accounts list 100% simulated profit split, while live accounts list an 80/20 split. Pro Accounts require 8 Qualifying Days per payout cycle, and S2F Accounts require 10 Qualifying Days.
| Account Stage | Split | Payout Cycle | Minimum Request | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Account | 100% simulated split | 8 QDays | $500 | 30% consistency rule and balance requirements apply. |
| S2F | 100% simulated split | 10 QDays | $500 | 20% consistency rule and payout targets apply. |
| Live Account | 80/20 | Daily eligibility | Account-condition based | No payout limits listed; payout once drawdown reaches initial balance and conditions are met. |
Qualifying Days & Minimum Daily Profit
A Qualifying Day is a trading day that meets the minimum daily profit requirement for the account size, follows all trading rules and occurs within the 6:00 PM ET to 5:00 PM ET trading-day window.
| Account Size | Minimum Daily Profit | Used For |
|---|---|---|
| 25K | $100 | Qualifying Days, activity requirements and payout-cycle requirements. |
| 50K / 75K | $200 | Qualifying Days, activity requirements and payout-cycle requirements. |
| 100K / 150K | $300 | Qualifying Days, activity requirements and payout-cycle requirements. |
| 300K | $400 | Qualifying Days, activity requirements and payout-cycle requirements. |
Platforms & Trading Access
DayTraders.com promotes ONYX as its web-based trading platform, using TradingView charting and real-time Rithmic data. The help center also references Rithmic / R-Trader Pro for position management and Quantower support resources for simulated trading workflows.
Trading Hours, Swing & Instrument Rules
DayTraders.com should not be treated as a normal swing-hold model. The help center says trades should be closed by 4:59 PM ET, with trading reopening at 6:00 PM ET. Some agricultural markets can close earlier, and traders are responsible for managing closing times and holiday schedules.
Futures Only
Allowed instruments are simulated futures contracts on CME, COMEX, NYMEX and CBOT. Forex, CFDs, stocks, options and crypto are not supported.
No Standard Swing Holding
Trades should be closed by 4:59 PM ET. Trading reopens at 6:00 PM ET after the daily break.
Risk Management
Drawdown type, daily loss limits, contract limits and consistency rules depend on the selected account type.
Best For
- Futures traders who want a futures-only prop firm.
- Traders who want Trail, EOD or Static evaluation options.
- Traders who want a direct simulated funded route through S2F.
- Traders who want a path toward live brokerage through S2L.
- Traders who prefer ONYX, TradingView charting and Rithmic data access.
- Traders who understand qualifying-day payout structures.
Not Best For
- Forex, CFD, stock, option or crypto traders.
- Traders who want unrestricted swing or overnight holding.
- Traders who dislike qualifying-day payout cycles.
- Traders who want no consistency rules in simulated payout stages.
- Traders who want all payout conditions reduced to a simple calendar-based schedule.
Payout Notes
- Pro Accounts list a 100% simulated profit split.
- S2F Accounts list a 100% simulated profit split.
- Live Accounts list an 80/20 profit split.
- Minimum payout request is $500.
- Pro Accounts require 8 Qualifying Days between payout requests.
- S2F Accounts require 10 Qualifying Days for payout eligibility.
- Live accounts may request payouts daily once the required account conditions are met.
- Payouts approved before 5:00 PM ET may reflect the same day.
- The day a payout is requested does not count as a qualifying day.
- Traders must maintain required account balance before and after withdrawal.
- Pro and S2F payout cycles require compliance with drawdown, consistency and minimum daily profit rules.
Rules Notes
- DayTraders.com is futures-only.
- Allowed exchanges include CME, COMEX, NYMEX and CBOT.
- Forex, CFDs, stocks, options and crypto are not allowed.
- Pro Evaluations generally require 2 Qualifying Days to pass.
- S2L evaluations require 8 Qualifying Days to pass.
- A Qualifying Day must meet the account-size minimum daily profit and follow all rules.
- Pro Evaluation consistency rule is listed at 50%.
- Pro Account payout-cycle consistency is 30%.
- S2F payout-cycle consistency is 20%.
- S2L evaluation consistency is 25%.
- Trades should be closed by 4:59 PM ET.
- Trading reopens at 6:00 PM ET after the daily break.
- Some markets can close earlier, especially around specific instruments or holidays.
- Platform ecosystem includes ONYX, TradingView charts with Rithmic data, Rithmic / R-Trader Pro and related support resources.
FAQ
Is DayTraders.com a futures prop firm?
Yes. DayTraders.com is futures-only and limits trading to supported futures contracts on major futures exchanges.
Can I trade Forex, CFDs, stocks, options or crypto?
No. DayTraders.com states that Forex, CFDs, individual stocks, options and cryptocurrencies are not supported inside its ecosystem.
What are the main account paths?
The main paths are Pro Evaluations, Straight to Funded and Straight to Live. Pro Evaluations include Trail, EOD and Static drawdown structures.
How many minimum days are required to pass?
Listed Pro Evaluations generally require 2 Qualifying Days to pass. Straight to Live requires 8 Qualifying Days. Straight to Funded is a direct simulated funded-style route rather than a traditional evaluation pass.
How do payouts work?
Pro Accounts require 8 Qualifying Days between payout requests. S2F Accounts require 10 Qualifying Days. Live accounts may request payouts daily once the required account conditions are met.
What platform does DayTraders.com use?
DayTraders.com promotes ONYX, a browser-based platform with TradingView charting and Rithmic data. The help center also references Rithmic / R-Trader Pro and Quantower-related support resources.
Is swing or overnight holding allowed?
This should not be treated as a standard swing-hold model. DayTraders.com says trades should be closed by 4:59 PM ET and trading reopens at 6:00 PM ET. Some markets may close earlier.
Disclaimer: DayTraders.com rules, pricing, account sizes, payout eligibility, platform access, drawdown rules, activation requirements, qualifying-day rules, live account terms and supported instruments can change. Always verify the latest details directly on the official DayTraders.com checkout page, dashboard or support channel before purchasing or trading. This page is informational only and does not provide financial advice.