The Consistency Rule = Your Best Day Can’t Exceed X% of Total Profits
If you breach it, your account is NOT failed. You simply need more profits to dilute the ratio before requesting a payout.
The prop firm consistency rule is a simple guideline that ensures your profits come from consistent trading, not one lucky trade. It calculates what percentage of your total profits came from your single best day.
At most futures prop firms, this rule uses a threshold between 20% and 40%. If your best day exceeds that percentage, you simply keep trading until the ratio drops below the limit.
Here’s the key thing to understand: breaching the consistency rule does not fail your account. It only delays your payout request until you meet the requirement.
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Watch: Consistency Rule Explained in 4 Minutes
William breaks down the exact formula and real examples
What Is the Consistency Rule in Prop Firms?
The consistency rule in prop trading measures how evenly your profits are distributed across your trading days. It prevents traders from relying on a single massive win to meet profit targets or request payouts.
Think of it as a risk management tool that rewards steady, repeatable performance over gambling behavior.
The Simple Formula
Every prop firm calculates consistency the same way:
Consistency % = (Best Day Profit ÷ Total Profits) × 100
If your best trading day was $900 and your total profits are $3,000:
$900 ÷ $3,000 = 30% ✅
At Phidias, we use a 30% consistency rule on funded accounts. Many other prop firms use 20%, which is actually ùore strict since it allows a smaller best day.
Why Prop Firms Use This Rule
The consistency rule exists for two reasons:
1. Risk Management
A trader who makes all their profit in one trade might be overleveraging or gambling. Consistent daily gains show controlled risk. This works alongside other risk tools like our EOD trailing drawdown to protect both you and the firm.
2. Sustainable Performance
Prop firms want traders who can repeat their success. Steady profits indicate a proven trading system, not luck.
This rule is not designed to fail you. It’s designed to encourage the trading habits that lead to long-term success.
Prop Firm Consistency Calculator
Use this calculator to instantly check if you meet the 30% consistency rule and see exactly how much more profit you need if you’re in breach.
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Sum of all your profits so far
Real Examples: Pass vs Breach (And How to Fix It)
Let’s look at two traders who both made $3,000 in total profits on their funded accounts.
Example 1: Trader A Passes ✅
| Day | Profit |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | $600 |
| Day 2 | $500 |
| Day 3 | $700 |
| Day 4 | $800 👑 |
| Day 5 | $400 |
| Total | $3,000 |
Calculation: $800 ÷ $3,000 = 26.6%
Trader A’s best day is under 30%. They can request a payout immediately (assuming other requirements are met).
Example 2: Trader B Breaches ⚠️
| Day | Profit |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | $1,200 👑 |
| Day 2 | $500 |
| Day 3 | $450 |
| Day 4 | $550 |
| Day 5 | $300 |
| Total | $3,000 |
Calculation: $1,200 ÷ $3,000 = 40%
Trader B’s best day exceeds 30%. But here’s the important part: their account is NOT failed. They just need to fix the ratio.
The Fix Formula
When you breach the consistency rule, use this formula to find your new profit target:
THE CONSISTENCY FIX FORMULA
Best Day ÷ 0.30 = New Profit Target
For Trader B:
$1,200 ÷ 0.30 = $4,000
Trader B needs their total profits to reach $4,000. Since they already have $3,000, they only need $1,000 more in profits.
Once they hit $4,000 total, that $1,200 best day becomes exactly 30% and they can request their payout.
Which Accounts Does the Consistency Rule Apply To?
Not all accounts have the consistency rule. Here’s exactly where it applies at Phidias:
| Account Type | Evaluation | CASH Funded | LIVE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fundamental (50K/100K/150K) | ❌ No Rule | ✅ 30% Rule | ❌ No Rule |
| Swing (50K/100K/150K) | ❌ No Rule | ✅ 30% Rule | ❌ No Rule |
| 25K Static | ❌ No Rule | ❌ No Rule | ❌ No Rule |
| 10K Drawdown | N/A | N/A | ❌ No Rule |
Key Takeaways
Evaluation accounts: Zero consistency rule. Trade freely and focus on hitting your profit target.
CASH Fundamental & Swing: The 30% rule applies here. This is the funded simulation stage before you qualify for LIVE.
LIVE accounts: No consistency rule. Once you’re trading real capital, there’s no restriction.
25K Static: Zero consistency rule at any stage. This is the fastest path to payouts without consistency requirements.
What Happens After Your First Payout?
Here’s something many traders don’t realize: the consistency calculation resets to zero after each withdrawal.
Let’s say you had:
• Total profit: $4,000
• Best day: $1,200 (exactly 30%)
• You request a $2,000 payout
After your payout is processed:
• Your balance drops by $2,000
• The consistency calculation starts fresh
• That $1,200 best day no longer counts
• Only NEW profits after the payout matter
💡 Fresh Start: Every payout gives you a clean slate. Your previous best day is erased from the consistency calculation.
This means you don’t have to worry about a big winning day haunting your account forever. Make your profits, get paid, and start fresh.
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3 Requirements for Payout Requests
The consistency rule is just one of three requirements for withdrawing profits from a CASH Fundamental or Swing account:
Minimum Balance Threshold
50K = $52,600 | 100K = $103,700 | 150K = $154,500
Minimum Trading Days
10 trading days with positive PnL before first payout request
30% Consistency Rule
No single day exceeds 30% of total profits
Meet all three, and you can request your payout with an 80% profit split in your favor. See our complete trading rules for full details.
Prop Firms Without Consistency Rule
Looking for prop firms without consistency rule on funded accounts? Most major futures prop firms have some form of consistency requirement.
At Phidias, we offer the 25K Static account with zero consistency rule at any stage:
• No consistency during evaluation
• No consistency on CASH funded account
• No consistency on LIVE account
• No minimum trading days for payouts
• Payout possible from Day 1 after funding
This makes the 25K Static the ideal choice for traders who want maximum flexibility without worrying about profit distribution rules. Learn more about the fastest path from evaluation to payout.
Our standard Fundamental and Swing accounts also have zero consistency rule during evaluation, unlike competitors like Topstep who enforce a 50% rule even before you get funded.
Start Trading With Clear Rules
At Phidias, we believe in transparent rules that help traders succeed, not trick them into failure.
If you’re just starting out, check our guide on the best prop firms for beginners to understand what matters most when choosing your first funded account.
Our consistency rule exists only on CASH funded accounts, is clearly explained, and never fails your account. If you breach it, you simply make more profits and move on.
Ready to start your funded trading journey with a prop firm that wants you to win?
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Static: Static Drawdown & Direct access to live.
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Swing: Classic evaluation account with the ability
to hold your positions overnight.
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Your account type
Static: Static Drawdown & Direct access to live.
Fundamental: Classic intraday evaluation account.
Swing: Classic evaluation account with the ability
to hold your positions overnight.
10K Drawdown Challenge: Our monthly trading
challenge with a $10K live account as the prize.
Your payment option
One-Time Payment
Enjoy a reduced rate with a one-time payment.
No activation fees to pay after passing the evaluation.
Evaluation
Payment in two steps:
1️⃣ When purchasing the evaluation
2️⃣ Then activation of the funded account once the
evaluation is validated.
- No Monthly Subscription
- Evaluation & Activation Included
- No Rush To Pass Evaluation
- Lifetime Funded Account
$25K Static
CASH activation fee : $83 $0
Profit target : $1,500
Max Contracts : 2 minis (20 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $500
Drawdown type : Static
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed 
Or Rithmic 
Minimum trading days : 1
*Price excluding taxes
$25K Static
CASH activation fee : $83
Profit target : $1,500
Max Contracts : 2 minis (20 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $500
Drawdown type : Static
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 1
*Price excluding taxes
Your payment option
One-Time Payment
Enjoy a reduced rate with a one-time payment.
No activation fees to pay after passing the evaluation.
Evaluation
Payment in two steps:
1️⃣ When purchasing the evaluation
2️⃣ Then activation of the funded account once the
evaluation is validated.
- No Monthly Subscription
- Evaluation & Activation Included
- No Rush To Pass Evaluation
- Lifetime Funded Account
$50K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $149 $0
Profit Target : $4,000
Max Contracts : 10 minis (100 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $2,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$100K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $149 $0
Profit Target : $6,000
Max Contracts : 14 minis (140 micros)
Maximum drawdown: $3,000 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$150K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $169 $0
Profit Target : $9,000
Max Contracts : 17 minis (170 micros)
Maximum drawdown: $4,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$50K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $149
Profit Target : $4,000
Max Contracts : 10 minis (100 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $2,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$100K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $149
Profit Target : $6,000
Max Contracts : 14 minis (140 micros)
Maximum drawdown: $3,000 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$150K Fundamental
CASH activation fee : $169
Profit Target : $9,000
Max Contracts : 17 minis (170 micros)
Maximum drawdown: $4,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
Your payment option
One-Time Payment
Enjoy a reduced rate with a one-time payment.
No activation fees to pay after passing the evaluation.
Evaluation
Payment in two steps:
1️⃣ When purchasing the evaluation
2️⃣ Then activation of the funded account once the
evaluation is validated.
- No Monthly Subscription
- Evaluation & Activation Included
- No Rush To Pass Evaluation
- Lifetime Funded Account
$50K Swing
CASH activation fee : $149 $0
Profit Target : $4,000
Max Contracts : 10 minis (100 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $2,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 1 mini contract allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$100K Swing
CASH activation fee : $149 $0
Profit Target : $6,000
Max Contracts : 14 minis (140 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $3,000 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 2 mini contracts allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$150K Swing
CASH activation fee : $169 $0
Profit Target : $9,000
Max Contracts : 17 minis (170 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $4,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 3 mini contracts allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$50K Swing
CASH activation fee : $149
Profit Target : $4,000
Max Contracts : 10 minis (100 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $2,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 1 mini contract allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$100K Swing
CASH activation fee : $149
Profit Target : $6,000
Max Contracts : 14 minis (140 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $3,000 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 2 mini contracts allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$150K Swing
CASH activation fee : $169
Profit Target : $9,000
Max Contracts : 17 minis (170 micros)
Maximum drawdown : $4,500 EOD (End Of Day)
Daily loss limit : None
News Trading : Allowed
Overnight & Overweek : 3 mini contracts allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Minimum trading days : 3
*Price excluding taxes
$10K Drawdown Challenge
Winter Summit Edition
$24,000 Cash Prizes to Win!
Maximum drawdown : $10 000 EOD (End Of Day trailling)
Number of entries : Unlimited
Max Contracts : 25 minis (250 micros)
Over night & Over week-end : 25 mini contracts allowed
Data Feed : dxFeed Or Rithmic
Current challenge timeline: Start on January 2nd and ends on February 28th. Results are announced 1st of March.
*Price excluding taxes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the consistency rule in prop firms?
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The consistency rule is a guideline that limits how much of your total profits can come from a single trading day. At Phidias, no single day can exceed 30% of your total profits. It ensures traders show steady performance rather than relying on one lucky trade.
How do you calculate the consistency rule?
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Divide your best trading day profit by your total profits, then multiply by 100. For example: $800 best day ÷ $3,000 total = 26.6%. If this percentage is 30% or lower at Phidias, you pass the consistency rule.
What happens if I breach the consistency rule?
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Your account is NOT failed or terminated. You simply cannot request a payout until you bring the ratio below 30%. Use the formula: Best Day ÷ 0.30 = Target Profit. Keep trading until your total profits reach that target, and your best day will automatically become 30% or less.
Does Phidias have a consistency rule during evaluation?
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No. At Phidias, there is zero consistency rule during evaluation for all account types. You can focus entirely on reaching your profit target without worrying about how your profits are distributed. The 30% rule only applies to CASH funded accounts.
Does the consistency rule reset after payout?
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Yes. After each withdrawal, the consistency calculation resets to zero. Your previous best day no longer counts, and only new profits made after the payout are used for the calculation. You get a fresh start every time you get paid.
Which prop firms have no consistency rule?
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Most futures prop firms have some consistency requirement. At Phidias, the 25K Static account has zero consistency rule at any stage (evaluation, CASH, or LIVE). Standard Fundamental and Swing accounts have no consistency rule during evaluation and no rule once you reach a LIVE account.
Is 30% or 50% consistency rule better for traders?
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A higher percentage (50%) is actually more lenient because it allows your best day to be a larger portion of total profits. A 30% rule is stricter but encourages more consistent trading behavior. Both have trade-offs, but neither should fail your account if you understand how to work with them.
