Introduction
I just passed a Tradeify Growth Challenge in one single trading day. Profit target hit, rules respected, and funded account activated within 24 hours. If you’re tired of evaluations dragging on for weeks or consistency rules killing momentum, this breakdown will show you exactly how I did it and why the Tradeify Growth Account is one of the fastest paths to funding going into January 2026.
Why I Chose the Tradeify Growth Account
As of January 2026, Tradeify offers three Growth account sizes:
$50K
$100K
$150K
I personally went with the $50K account because the profit target to drawdown ratio makes the most sense for aggressive but controlled execution. The biggest advantage is simple, there is no consistency rule during the evaluation phase.
Unlike the Select plan, which requires multiple trading days or a strict consistency threshold, the Growth account allows you to pass in one day, one trade, or however you choose, as long as you hit the target and follow the rules.
The Fastest Way to Pass the Evaluation
There are two realistic ways to pass this account quickly.
You can either:
Trade high-impact news
Risk 20 to 25 percent of drawdown on a true A+ setup
If you’re patient and disciplined, waiting for A+ setups works fine. Personally, I wanted speed. The evaluation fee didn’t matter much to me, so I chose the fastest option which is news trading.
Why CPI Is the Best News Event to Trade
Before placing any trades, always check the economic calendar. I focus on:
CPI
NFP
FOMC
CPI stands out because it usually creates a clean, one-directional move. There is typically less manipulation and fewer fake-outs compared to other events.
The Exact One-Trade Setup I Used
Here’s how the setup works step by step.
Right before news drops around 8:29 AM EST:
Switch to the five-minute chart
Place a buy stop roughly 25 points above price
Place a sell stop roughly 25 points below price
Use max contracts allowed on the account
On the $50K account, I needed roughly 37 points to pass. Once price triggered, CPI did what it usually does, it moved aggressively in one direction and hit take profit almost immediately.
That was the entire evaluation. One trade and done.
This approach is not for beginners. Only use this if you are already profitable, have been funded before, and understand execution and risk. Otherwise, this becomes a fast way to lose accounts instead of passing them.
Cost Versus Reward Perspective
With discounts, the Growth plan often costs around $97.
If that amount is insignificant to you, this strategy can make sense. If not, you can still trade the account normally using A+ setups. The point here is not that you must trade news, but that the Growth account gives you the flexibility to choose speed or patience.
Growth Account Rules During Evaluation
What makes these accounts attractive:
One-day pass possible
End-of-day trailing drawdown, not intraday
No time limit to pass
No activation fee
Reset fee instead of full repurchase
Up to four minis allowed
There is a daily loss limit, but it is a soft breach. If you hit it, you simply stop trading for the day and can resume the next session.
What Changes Once You’re Funded
Once funded, the rules tighten slightly.
Funded account rules include:
35 percent consistency requirement
Payouts available every five trading days
Maximum drawdown of $2,000 on the $50K
Daily loss limit remains a soft breach
To qualify for a trading day:
$150 profit on a $50K
$200 profit on a $100K
$250 profit on a $150K
Understanding the Buffer and Payout Structure
Tradeify allows withdrawals from the buffer, which is a major advantage.
On the $50K account:
First payout maximum is $1,500
Minimum payout is $500
Although the minimum balance requirement is higher, it allows you to withdraw more money earlier while maintaining account safety.
Payout progression increases over time, reaching higher caps on later withdrawals.
Profit Split Explained
Tradeify uses a 90/10 profit split.
If you request $1,500, you receive $1,350 after the split. There is no first $10,000 rule. The math is straightforward and transparent.
Pros and Cons of the Tradeify Growth Account
Pros:
Possible to pass in one day
End-of-day trailing drawdown
No evaluation consistency rule
No time limit
Fast payouts
Strong payout history
Cons:
Daily loss limit
Consistency rule once funded
Five-day payout window
Maximum number of funded accounts
Why the 35 Percent Consistency Rule Isn’t a Dealbreaker
When you break the numbers down, the complaints fade quickly.
Pay roughly $97 for the account, withdraw $1,500 on the first payout, and receive $1,350. That is more than a 13x return on the evaluation cost alone.
When combined with fast payouts and a strong payout track record, the rule becomes far less restrictive than it sounds initially.
Final Thoughts
Passing a Tradeify Growth Challenge in one day is absolutely possible if you understand the rules, manage risk, and execute correctly. It is not luck, it is structure and decisiveness.
For traders serious about futures prop trading, the Tradeify Growth Account remains one of the fastest and most efficient paths to funding going into 2026.