FundedSeat Instruments & Commissions

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FundedSeat offers 50+ futures instruments across indices, currencies, energy, metals, agriculture, micro contracts, and crypto. As of April 2026, commissions range from $0.91 per side for micro contracts to $3.10 per side for full-size currency and metals futures. Every instrument is available through Rithmic-connected platforms, though four contracts (MET, PA, GF, EMD) are unavailable on dxFeed.

I've compiled every instrument FundedSeat lists in their help center, matched it against their commission schedule, and organized it by category. Commissions matter more than most traders realize, especially on smaller accounts where they eat directly into your drawdown buffer.

Stock Index Futures

The big four equity index futures are all available at FundedSeat.

ES (E-mini S&P 500) — $2.88 per side. The most liquid futures contract in the world. Tight spreads, deep book, and trades nearly 23 hours a day. This is the default instrument for most prop firm traders.

NQ (E-mini Nasdaq-100) — $2.88 per side. Higher tick value than ES ($5 per point vs. $12.50 per point), more volatile, and a favorite for momentum traders.

YM (E-mini Dow) — $2.88 per side. Lower volatility than NQ. Each point is worth $5. Good for traders who want exposure to the Dow without the NQ's price swings.

RTY (E-mini Russell 2000) — $2.88 per side. Small-cap index. More volatile than ES, thinner book. Wider spreads during off-hours.

All four index futures are priced identically at FundedSeat: $2.88 per side. A round-trip trade costs $5.76 in commissions.

Currency Futures

FundedSeat lists seven currency futures:

All currency futures at FundedSeat carry a $3.10 per side commission. Round-trip cost: $6.20. Currency futures are less popular than indices for prop trading because tick values are smaller and spreads can widen during off-hours. But 6E (Euro FX) has decent liquidity during the European and US sessions.

Energy Futures

Energy futures at FundedSeat have variable commissions ranging from $1.06 to $3.00 per side. The exact rate depends on the contract month and expiration. CL (crude oil) is the most actively traded energy future and a popular choice for prop traders who like fast-moving markets. NG (natural gas) is extremely volatile and can move 3-5% in a single session, making it risky for small drawdown accounts.

Metals Futures

All metals at $3.10 per side. GC (gold) is the popular pick here. Good liquidity, smooth price action during the US session, and a reasonable tick value ($10 per tick). Note that PA (palladium) is one of the four instruments unavailable on dxFeed platforms like Quantower and ATAS.

Agricultural Futures

FundedSeat lists eight agricultural contracts: HE (lean hogs), LE (live cattle), GF (feeder cattle), ZC (corn), ZW (wheat), ZS (soybeans), ZM (soybean meal), and ZL (soybean oil).

Agricultural futures are less commonly traded in the prop firm space. Liquidity is lower than indices or energy, spreads are wider, and the contracts have specific trading hour schedules. Most prop traders stick to the index and energy contracts. But if you have experience with agricultural futures, they're available.

Note: GF (feeder cattle) is one of the four instruments unavailable on dxFeed. Use a Rithmic-connected platform if you trade feeder cattle.

Micro Contracts

Micro contracts are the most cost-effective instruments at FundedSeat.

At $0.91 per side ($1.82 round-trip), micro contracts give you the most flexibility per dollar of commission. On a 50K FundedSeat account with 4 mini contract equivalents, you could trade up to 40 MES contracts instead of 4 ES contracts. That's dramatically more granular position sizing.

MES and MNQ are the most popular micros. Liquidity has improved substantially over the past two years, and spreads during the regular session are consistently tight.

Crypto Futures

FundedSeat offers two crypto futures:

• MBT — Micro Bitcoin (CME)
• MET — Micro Ether (CME)

MET is one of the four instruments unavailable on dxFeed platforms. If you trade micro Ether, use a Rithmic-connected platform.

Crypto futures carry more volatility risk than traditional instruments. MBT can move thousands of dollars in a single session. On a 50K account with $2,000 drawdown, a single bad MBT trade can put you dangerously close to breach.

Instruments Not Available on dxFeed

If you use Quantower or ATAS (both connect via dxFeed), four instruments are unavailable:

1. MET — Micro Ether
2. PA — Palladium
3. GF — Feeder Cattle
4. EMD — E-mini S&P MidCap 400

Switching to any Rithmic-connected platform (R Trader Pro, Sierra Chart, BookMap, etc.) gives you access to all four. This only affects dxFeed-routed connections.

Which Instruments Are Best for FundedSeat Evaluations?

For passing the evaluation, commission cost and volatility control matter more than instrument preference.

Best for most traders: ES or MES. ES has the deepest liquidity and tightest spreads. Commission is $2.88 per side. MES at $0.91 per side gives you finer position sizing at 1/10th the contract size.

Best for momentum: NQ or MNQ. NQ moves more per day than ES, which means you can hit your 6% profit target in fewer trades. But it also means faster drawdown if you're wrong. MNQ gives you the same exposure with smaller tick risk.

Cheapest to trade: Any micro contract at $0.91 per side. If commission cost is your priority, micros dominate. A round-trip MES trade costs $1.82 vs. $5.76 for ES.

Instruments to avoid during evaluations: NG (natural gas) is extremely volatile. GC (gold) has a $10 tick value that can produce large swings. Stick to instruments where you can control risk precisely, especially on the 50K account with just $2,000 drawdown.

Commission Impact on Different Account Sizes

Commissions hit harder on smaller accounts. Here's the math on a 50K FundedSeat account:

• 50K drawdown: $2,000
• 6% profit target: $3,000
• Trading 10 round-trips of ES per day: 10 x $5.76 = $57.60/day in commissions
• Over 20 trading days: $1,152 in commissions alone

That's 38% of your profit target consumed by commissions. On micros:

• 10 round-trips of MES per day: 10 x $1.82 = $18.20/day
• Over 20 trading days: $364 total

Same number of trades, $788 less in commissions. For smaller accounts, micro contracts make a real mathematical difference.

The Bottom Line

FundedSeat's instrument selection covers the major futures categories with over 50 contracts. Commission rates are competitive but not the cheapest in the prop firm space. ES and NQ at $2.88 per side are standard. Micro contracts at $0.91 per side offer the best cost efficiency for evaluation accounts. If you're on a 50K account with $2,000 drawdown, strongly consider trading micros where the commission savings directly protect your buffer. Watch out for the dxFeed gaps if you use Quantower or ATAS.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Are ES Commissions at FundedSeat?

As of April 2026, FundedSeat charges $2.88 per side for ES (E-mini S&P 500) futures. A round-trip trade costs $5.76. FundedSeat's ES commission rate is in line with most Rithmic-based prop firms.

What Are the Cheapest Instruments to Trade at FundedSeat?

Micro contracts are the cheapest instruments at FundedSeat at $0.91 per side. This includes MES, MNQ, MYM, M2K, MGC, M6A, M6E, and MCL. A round-trip micro trade at FundedSeat costs $1.82 compared to $5.76 for full-size ES.

Does FundedSeat Offer Crypto Futures?

Yes. FundedSeat offers two crypto futures: MBT (Micro Bitcoin) and MET (Micro Ether), both CME contracts. Note that MET is unavailable on dxFeed platforms (Quantower, ATAS) at FundedSeat and requires a Rithmic-connected platform.

Which Instruments Are Unavailable on dxFeed at FundedSeat?

Four instruments are unavailable on dxFeed at FundedSeat: MET (Micro Ether), PA (Palladium), GF (Feeder Cattle), and EMD (E-mini S&P MidCap 400). FundedSeat traders using Quantower or ATAS cannot access these contracts. Switching to a Rithmic-connected platform resolves the limitation.

How Much Do CL (Crude Oil) Commissions Cost at FundedSeat?

FundedSeat's CL (crude oil) commissions range from $1.06 to $3.00 per side depending on the contract month. The variable pricing means commission cost differs based on which CL expiration you're trading. FundedSeat's help center lists the specific rates by contract.

Can I Trade Agricultural Futures at FundedSeat?

Yes. FundedSeat offers eight agricultural futures: HE (lean hogs), LE (live cattle), GF (feeder cattle), ZC (corn), ZW (wheat), ZS (soybeans), ZM (soybean meal), and ZL (soybean oil). GF (feeder cattle) is unavailable on dxFeed platforms at FundedSeat.

How Many Contracts Can I Trade at FundedSeat?

FundedSeat's contract limits depend on account size. As of April 2026, the 50K account allows 4 minis (or 40 micros), the 100K allows 8 minis (or 80 micros), and the 150K allows 12 minis (or 120 micros). FundedSeat counts 10 micro contracts as 1 mini contract equivalent.

Does FundedSeat Charge Exchange Fees on Top of Commissions?

FundedSeat's listed commission rates include all fees that FundedSeat charges per side. Check FundedSeat's help center for confirmation on whether CME exchange fees are included or billed separately, as this can vary by contract and may be updated.

What's the Best Instrument for a 50K FundedSeat Account?

MES (Micro E-mini S&P 500) is the best instrument for a 50K FundedSeat account. At $0.91 per side commission and a $1.25 tick value, it gives you precise position sizing control within the $2,000 drawdown limit. FundedSeat's 50K account allows up to 40 MES contracts.

Does FundedSeat Offer Gold Futures?

Yes. FundedSeat offers GC (full-size gold at $3.10/side), QO (E-mini gold at $3.10/side), and MGC (micro gold at $0.91/side). FundedSeat's micro gold contract is the most cost-effective option for traders who want gold exposure without the $3.10 per side commission.