Best Trading Platforms for Prop Firms: Compatibility Guide
Which platforms work with which prop firms? NinjaTrader, TradingView, Sierra Chart, ATAS, Quantower, Bookmap, and more compared for funded traders.
Jun 1, 2026futures
43 articles tagged "futures".
Supply and Demand Zones: How to Use Them in Day Trading
How to identify supply and demand zones on a chart, entry and exit rules, combining with trend direction, and common mistakes to avoid.
May 30, 2026Best Futures Contracts to Day Trade: ES, NQ, CL, GC & More
Ranked guide to the most popular futures contracts for day trading, covering liquidity, volatility, tick value, margin, and ideal trading windows.
May 26, 2026Bookmap Review: Heatmap Order Flow for Futures Traders
Full Bookmap review covering heatmap visualization, iceberg detection, pricing tiers, order flow analysis, and whether it is worth it for prop traders.
May 24, 2026VPS for Trading: Do You Really Need One?
Honest look at VPS hosting for traders: what it does, whether prop firm traders need one, costs, and top VPS providers for NinjaTrader and MT4/5.
May 23, 2026Sierra Chart Review 2026: The Power User's Futures Trading Platform
Full Sierra Chart review covering pricing, features, order flow tools, C++ customization, prop firm compatibility, and whether it suits your trading style.
May 22, 2026Rithmic vs. CQG: Which Data Feed for Prop Traders?
Detailed Rithmic vs. CQG comparison for 2026. Latency, cost, data granularity, prop firm support, platform compatibility, and which feed to choose.
May 21, 2026Best Backtesting Software for Futures Traders Compared
Compare QuantConnect, Forex Tester, FX Replay, NinjaTrader Strategy Analyzer, and TradingView for backtesting futures strategies. Pricing and verdicts.
May 19, 2026How to Set Up NinjaTrader for Futures Trading
Setup guide for NinjaTrader: downloading, connecting to Rithmic or CQG, adding data feeds, configuring charts, and placing your first simulated trade.
May 19, 2026Best Trading Communities for Futures Traders
Top trading communities for futures and prop firm traders in 2026. Topstep Discord, NexusFi, Elite Trader, Reddit, Bear Bull Traders, and more reviewed.
May 18, 2026Tradovate Review: Best Cloud Futures Platform for Props?
Honest Tradovate review: platform features, commission structure, micro contract pricing, prop firm compatibility, and key drawbacks.
May 18, 2026TopstepX Platform Review: What to Know Before Using It
Deep dive into TopstepX (built on ProjectX): what's new, how it compares to NinjaTrader, built-in risk tools, and whether it's worth switching.
May 16, 2026NinjaTrader vs. TradingView for Futures Traders
Comparing NinjaTrader and TradingView for futures: charting, order execution, automation, cost, learning curve, and prop firm compatibility.
May 13, 2026Running NinjaTrader on a VPS: Setup Guide
Complete guide to running NinjaTrader on a VPS. Learn the minimum specs, setup steps, and optimization tips for stable futures trading on a remote server.
May 12, 2026Apex Trader Funding Review: Pros, Cons & Best For
Full breakdown of Apex Trader Funding: evaluation rules, account sizes, profit splits, discount promos, payout speed, and how it compares to Topstep.
May 11, 2026Apex Trader Funding vs. Topstep: Which Prop Firm Wins?
Head-to-head comparison of Apex vs. Topstep: pricing, drawdown rules, platforms, contract limits, profit splits, and a verdict by trading style.
May 11, 2026Topstep Review: Is It Still the King of Prop Firms?
Honest Topstep review covering Trading Combine rules, TopstepX platform, drawdown model, payouts, pricing, and who should (and shouldn't) sign up.
May 11, 2026Best Prop Firms for Futures Trading: Ranked & Reviewed
Independent ranking of top futures prop firms: Topstep, Apex Trader Funding, Tradeify, MyFundedFutures, and more with side-by-side comparison.
May 9, 2026Position Sizing: How to Calculate Risk Per Trade
Step-by-step guide to position sizing: the formula, worked examples in futures and forex, adapting for prop firm rules, and common beginner mistakes.
Apr 22, 2026Forex vs. Futures: Which Market Is Better for Beginners?
Practical comparison of forex and futures for beginners: liquidity, hours, costs, leverage, tax treatment, and which suits different trading goals.
Apr 18, 2026Micro Futures Trading: The Best Way for Beginners to Start
Micro futures trading guide for beginners. Learn contract specs, margin requirements, best platforms, and how to start trading micro futures today.
Apr 18, 2026ES Futures Trading: A Beginner's Complete Guide
Learn how to trade ES futures (S&P 500 E-mini) as a beginner. Complete guide covering contract specs, margin, strategies, and getting started.
Apr 17, 2026ES vs. NQ Futures: Which Should You Trade?
Comparing E-mini S&P 500 (ES) and E-mini Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures: volatility, tick value, risk profile, spread, and which suits your trading style.
Apr 17, 2026NinjaTrader vs Sierra Chart for Futures Trading
NinjaTrader vs Sierra Chart compared for futures trading. See which platform wins on price, features, ease of use, and order flow tools.
Apr 17, 2026E-mini vs. Micro Futures: Which Contract Size Fits You?
Comparing E-mini and Micro futures: tick values, margin requirements, cost per trade, risk per tick, and which size suits beginners vs. experienced.
Apr 16, 2026How Futures Margins Work: Day Trading & Overnight Rules
Futures margin explained: initial vs. maintenance margin, how day trading margins work, overnight position costs, and how prop firms handle it.
Apr 16, 2026Futures Contract Specs: Tick Value, Margin & Hours
Guide to reading futures contract specs: tick size, tick value, contract multiplier, trading hours, settlement type, and why each one matters.
Apr 15, 2026Micro Futures vs Mini Futures: Which Is Better for Beginners?
Micro futures vs mini futures compared for beginners. Learn the contract sizes, margin requirements, and which futures type to start with.
Apr 15, 2026Index Futures vs Individual Stocks for Day Trading
Compare index futures vs individual stocks for day trading. Learn which market offers better liquidity, costs, and opportunities for active traders.
Apr 10, 2026Futures Trading for Beginners: How to Get Started
Beginner's guide to futures trading: what futures are, how they work, contract types, margin requirements, trading sessions, and getting started.
Apr 7, 2026Day Trading Futures vs Forex: A Side-by-Side Comparison
Compare day trading futures vs forex side by side, covering costs, leverage, liquidity, regulation, and which market suits your trading style.
Apr 4, 2026Options vs Futures: Key Differences for Beginners
Compare options vs futures for beginners, covering risk profiles, capital needs, complexity, and which derivative suits your trading goals.
Apr 3, 2026Stocks vs Futures: Which Is Better for Beginners?
Compare stocks vs futures for beginners, covering capital requirements, leverage, trading hours, and which market fits your trading style.
Apr 3, 2026How the Jobs Report (NFP) Affects the Markets
Learn how the Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) jobs report affects stocks, forex, and futures markets, and how traders should prepare for this key release.
Mar 18, 2026How Inflation Data (CPI, PPI) Impacts Your Trading
Understand how CPI and PPI inflation data impacts stock, forex, and futures markets, and learn how traders position around these key releases.
Mar 15, 2026How Fed Interest Rate Decisions Affect the Markets
Understand how FOMC interest rate decisions impact stocks, forex, and futures markets, and learn how traders position around Fed announcements.
Mar 14, 2026Cheap Prop Firms Worth Trying in 2026
Looking for affordable prop firms in 2026? Here are the best cheap prop firms with low evaluation fees, fair rules, and reliable payouts.
Feb 20, 2026Bulenox Review: A Futures Prop Firm Worth Trying?
Our honest Bulenox review covers evaluation fees, rules, payout structure, and whether this futures prop firm is a solid choice for beginners.
Feb 18, 2026Elite Trader Funding Review: Pros, Cons, and Verdict
A detailed review of Elite Trader Funding covering evaluation rules, fees, payout structure, and whether this futures prop firm delivers on its promises.
Feb 18, 2026My Funded Futures (MFFU) Review: Is It Worth It?
An honest review of My Funded Futures (MFFU) covering fees, rules, payouts, and whether this futures prop firm is worth your money in 2026.
Feb 18, 2026What Is a Funded Trader Program? A Beginner's Breakdown
Learn what a funded trader program is, how it works, and whether it's right for you. A complete beginner's guide to funded account trading.
Feb 17, 2026What Is the S&P 500 and Why Do Traders Watch It?
The S&P 500 explained simply for beginners. Learn what the index tracks, why traders watch it, and how to trade it through futures and ETFs.
Dec 16, 2025What Are Futures Contracts? A Simple Explanation
Futures contracts explained simply for beginners. Learn what futures are, how they work, and why traders use them in stocks, oil, and more.
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