Head to head
Bulenox vs TradeDay
TradeDay grades higher overall, 7.0 to 6.8. Across 21 measurable rows, Bulenox comes out ahead on 10 and TradeDay on 6.
Key differences
In short
- TradeDay has the stronger payout record (7.9 vs 7.7).
- TradeDay carries more hidden-rule risk (4.8 vs 4.4), led by: profit above $10,000 in a quick pay funded sim is forfeited.
- Only Bulenox sells instant programs.
- Tradovate, TradingView are only available at TradeDay.
Bulenox vs TradeDay, side by side
The better value in each row is marked
| Criterion | ||
|---|---|---|
| Grade | ||
| Overall score | B6.8 | B7.0 |
| Payouts | 7.7 | 7.9 |
| Transparency | 4.8 | 6.1 |
| Rules & trading conditions | 6.5 | 5.6 |
| Reputation | 7.4 | 7.2 |
| Platforms & execution | 7.0 | 8.2 |
| Support | 7.2 | 6.8 |
| Evidence | ||
| Trustpilot | 4.7 (1.8K) | 4.6 (1.4K) |
| Pass rate | 10%Estimate | 36%Reported |
| Hidden risk | 4.4 HighHidden risk 4.4 out of 10, High | 4.8 HighHidden risk 4.8 out of 10, High |
| Negative recent reviews | 7.5% | 10.5% |
| Offer | ||
| $100K challenge | — | — |
| Cheapest account | $94 | $100 |
| Max allocation | $750K | $750K |
| Max profit split | 100% | 90% |
| Payouts | Master: weekly, every Wednesday… | Quick Pay: on demand, daily… |
| Programs | 1-step, instant | 1-step |
| Current offer | DEAL· BULENOX | — |
| Company | ||
| Headquarters | Wilmington, Delaware, United States | Chicago, United States |
| Years in business | 5 | 6 |
| Trading | ||
| Platforms | Rithmic, NinjaTrader, Quantower | Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, Rithmic, Quantower |
| Assets | Futures, Indices, Commodities, Energies, Metals, Crypto, Forex | Futures |
| EAs | Restricted | Restricted |
| News trading | Allowed | Restricted |
| Weekend holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Copy trading | Restricted | Restricted |
| Hedging | Restricted | Not allowed |
Wilmington, Delaware, United StatesWhich should you choose?
By trading style
| You are… | Pick | |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | Either | Bulenox: Discounted evaluations are cheap to retry, but Rithmic setup, the activation fee and the 10-day payout rules are a lot to learn. |
| Experienced traders | TradeDay | No daily loss limit, day-one Quick Pay payouts and a defined move to a live CME account at 90/10 reward disciplined intraday traders. |
| Swing traders | Either | Bulenox: Every position must be closed by 3:59 PM CT and overnight or weekend holding is banned. |
| Scalpers | Bulenox | No minimum hold time, news is open and micro contracts cost $0.61 per side, though trailing drawdowns punish give-backs. |
| EA & algo traders | Either | Bulenox: Personal bots and copiers are allowed, but third-party API access costs $100 a month and high-frequency algos are barred. |
| News traders | Bulenox | CPI, FOMC and NFP are open on every program with no blackout window. |
Verdicts
Bulenox verdict
Cheap futures evaluations with real payouts, but an unpublished flipping rule decides who gets paid
Best for: Intraday futures traders who trade meaningful size every day, want very cheap evaluations and can live with weekly payouts and several consistency checks.
Avoid if: You need overnight holds, trade on a Mac or TradingView, or want every payout condition published before you buy.
TradeDay verdict
A long-running futures firm with real day-one payouts, if you accept 50/50 early splits and a $10,000 ceiling
Best for: Disciplined intraday futures traders who want day-one payouts and a defined route to a live CME account
Avoid if: You hold positions overnight past the close, trade news, rely on sub-10-second scalps or want to keep most of your first $4,000
Bulenox vs TradeDay FAQ
Questions traders ask
Is Bulenox better than TradeDay?
On our grading TradeDay scores higher overall (7.0 vs 6.8, grade B vs B). Bulenox still comes out ahead on reputation, conditions, support. The better choice depends on your style: compare the rules rows above before buying.
Which is cheaper, Bulenox or TradeDay?
The cheapest accounts start at $94 at Bulenox and $100 at TradeDay. Prices depend on program and size, so compare the challenges tables.
Which pays out more reliably, Bulenox or TradeDay?
TradeDay has the stronger payout score (Bulenox 7.7 vs TradeDay 7.9). Bulenox pays master: weekly, every wednesday. fast track and momentum: same day for weekday requests before 12:01 pm ct; TradeDay pays quick pay: on demand, daily. fast pass: after each cycle of 5 qualifying profitable days.
Which has fewer hidden rules, Bulenox or TradeDay?
Bulenox has the lower Hidden Risk score (Bulenox 4.4, high; TradeDay 4.8, high). Each review lists the specific rules behind the score.
Is it easier to pass Bulenox or TradeDay?
Bulenox: 10% (estimate). TradeDay: 36% (reported). Estimates are a guide to difficulty only; drawdown type and daily loss rules matter as much as the target.
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