Research profile
TradersYard
Vienna-based simulated prop firm (TradersYard GmbH), Swiss-backed via Andromeda. Futures challenges are the primary product after FX/CFD challenges end 30 Sep 2026. It was founded in 2020.
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Things to know (2)
Independent notes from our review. Many firms have some; check the sources for detail.
Low (2)
- Trustpilot removed reviews it judged fake and hid the rating for a guidelines breach. Trustpilot (opens in new tab)
- FX and CFD challenges ended after 30 Sep 2026; futures challenges continue. FinanceFeeds (opens in new tab)
- Headquarters
- Vienna, Austria
- Founded
- 2020
- Legal entity
- TradersYard GmbH
- Funding model
- Evaluation + Instant Funding
- Geographic availability
- Worldwide policy not clearly statedU.S. tradersAccepted
May suit
traders focused on futures; traders who want a choice between evaluation and instant-funding paths; traders who want a published scaling path.
Consider alternatives if
you require stocks, options; you rely on copy trading; your strategy depends on trading around news releases.
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At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Evaluation + Instant Funding prop firm
- Market Focus
- Futures
- Trading Style
- Discretionary intraday trading
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders via evaluation
- Based in
- Vienna, Austria
- Geographic availability
- Worldwide policy not clearly stated
- CEO
- Manuel Sonnleithner
Payout structure
How and when you get paid
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Evaluation
Futures Challenge
Source (opens in new tab)Simulated CME futures evaluation. Strategic focus after FX/CFD challenges end 30 Sep 2026. FAQ: futures accounts have no scaling plan.
| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | $49 | 5% | $750 | 1 mini / 10 micros |
| $50K | $99 | 5% | $1,500 | 2 minis / 20 micros |
| $100K | $219 | 5% | $3,000 | 4 minis / 40 micros |
| $150K | $339 | 5% | $4,500 | 6 minis / 60 micros |
| $25K | $109 | 6% | $1,000 | 2 minis / 20 micros |
| $50K | $219 | 6% | $2,000 | 4 minis / 40 micros |
| $100K | $459 | 6% | $4,000 | 8 minis / 80 micros |
| $150K | $699 | 6% | $6,000 | 12 minis / 120 micros |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Payouts
- Every 10 days
- First payout
- After KYC; cycle rules apply. Min reward typically $50.
- Max allocation
- $300,000
- Max drawdown
- 3% (eod trailing)
- Platforms
- AgenaTrader, TradersYard WebTrader, TradersYard Mobile
Scaling
FAQ: Futures accounts do not have a scaling plan. Max funded allocation $300K or 2 accounts.
Pricing notes
One-time fee, no activation fee. Standard: $25K $49, $50K $99, $100K $219, $150K $339 (5% target, 3% EOD trailing drawdown). Premium: $25K $109, $50K $219, $100K $459, $150K $699 (6% target, 4% EOD trailing drawdown, higher contract limits and reward caps). No daily loss limit on either plan.
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
Not offered: Stocks, Options, Forex, Crypto
Scaling rules
FX-path scaling historically +10% after every 4th qualifying reward up to $200K. Futures: FAQ states no scaling plan. Max funded allocation $300K or 2 accounts (regional caps e.g. $100K MY/PK/ID).
Related terms: trailing drawdown · consistency rule · profit split
Platforms & technology
Where and how you trade
Supported platforms
Pros & cons
A balanced view based on documented terms
Strengths
- +Named EU legal entity (TradersYard GmbH, Vienna)
- +Configurable rules and transparent published split tiers
- +Fast stated reward processing (most within 4–6 business hours after KYC)
- +Dedicated futures product focus with CME data control claim
Trade-offs
- −FX/CFD challenges ending 30 Sep 2026 — product mix changing
- −No MetaTrader; proprietary AgenaTrader stack only
- −Strict conduct rules (VPN/VPS ban; funded news window; consistency on many configs)
- −Exact live futures tier fees need checkout confirmation
TradersYard FAQs
Based on terms reviewed Nov 1
What should traders verify before choosing TradersYard?+
Review the specific program's drawdown rules, payout eligibility, prohibited strategies, platform availability, refund terms and any country restrictions before purchasing. Terms can differ between programs at the same firm. This profile summarizes the latest documented terms we found, but traders should confirm the current rules directly with TradersYard before purchasing.
Does TradersYard offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
TradersYard offers an evaluation (challenge) path and an instant-funding path. Program rules, fees and payout terms can differ between paths, so confirm the terms of the specific program you intend to buy.
How do TradersYard's payouts and profit split work?+
The published profit split is up to 80% of net profits to the trader, depending on the program; payout frequency: First reward after ~15 days on 1/2-Step, then ~every 14 days; Instant/Futures often every ~10 days (varies by plan); first payout eligibility: Typically after 15 days on 1-Step/2-Step; KYC required before rewards. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
How does TradersYard's scaling plan work?+
TradersYard publishes a scaling ceiling of up to $300,000 through scaling. FX-path scaling historically +10% after every 4th qualifying reward up to $200K. Futures: FAQ states no scaling plan. Max funded allocation $300K or 2 accounts (regional caps e.g. $100K MY/PK/ID). A scaling ceiling is the maximum allocation reachable over time — not the size of an initial funded account.
What are TradersYard's main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: news trading is restricted, copy trading is not permitted. Drawdown type and consistency requirements can vary by program, so check the rulebook for the exact program before purchase.
Which platforms and markets are available at TradersYard?+
Platforms: AgenaTrader, TradersYard WebTrader, TradersYard Mobile. Markets: futures. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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