Skip the evaluation entirely. These prop firms offer instant funded accounts — start earning from day one.
Instant funded accounts skip the evaluation phase. You pay a premium fee and begin trading a funded account immediately with real profit payouts.
Instant funded accounts cost more than evaluations — typically $340-$850 depending on account size. The premium pays for skipping the eval.
If you're a proven trader who wants to skip eval delays, yes. If you're unsure about your strategy, an evaluation is cheaper and still validates your skill.
DayTraders (S2F/S2L), Purdia, Tradeify (Lightning), and Lucid (LucidDirect) all offer instant funded tiers with various rules and pricing.