Discount Trading is an Official Rithmic Broker offering low day trading margins, competitive commissions, and full Rithmic routing support. Access R|Trader Pro free plus 18+ compatible platforms.
Everything you need in one powerful, professional-grade routing solution.
Orders transmitted in under a millisecond - in some cases under 250 microseconds - from servers co-located at the CME's Aurora Data Center.
$500 E-Mini day-trade margin. $50 E-Micro day-trade margin. Discount Trading offers some of the lowest margins in the industryiLeverage can work for you as well as against you - it magnifies gains as well as losses..
Unfiltered Market-by-Order (MBO) data with hundreds of levels of depth. No throttling, no filtering - full real-time tick data.
Your Rithmic credentials work instantly with dozens of 3rd party platforms. Trade on any platform, any time, anywhere.
Trade from anywhere with Rithmic Mobile (iOS & Android) and Rithmic Web - included with your connection at no extra cost.
R|Trader Pro's built-in trade copier makes it easy to manage multiple accounts simultaneously.
Set your own risk parameters on the trader side. Rithmic's robust backend risk management keeps you in control.
Export all trades and order history to CSV. Compatible with TradesViz, TraderSync, Tradervue, TradeZella, Edgewonk, and more.
Rithmic is the complete package - a powerful platform, direct order routing, and a high-quality data solution trusted by professional and high-frequency traders worldwide. Rithmic is designed for traders who demand low latency, precision execution, speed, and advanced trading tools.
Rithmic has its own suite of software - R|Trader Pro, Rithmic Mobile, and Rithmic Web - allowing you to trade from virtually any device, anywhere, 24 hours a day. The Rithmic connection is also compatible with a wide range of 3rd party trading platforms, giving traders maximum flexibility and choice.
Rithmic is essentially a free agent: plug your trading credentials into dozens of different platforms and have access to live trading instantly.
Fill out account forms on Discount Trading. We accept accounts from the USA and most foreign countries.
Send in funds via Plaid ACH, wire transfer, or check to activate your account.
Discount Trading will provide your live Rithmic login credentials via email with full setup instructions.
Download Rithmic, enter your credentials, select your gateway, choose Rithmic 01 (live), and start trading today.
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Many professional futures trading platforms require a reliable live data feed and a direct order-routing connection to the exchange. Rithmic delivers both with unmatched power and speed. Simply enter your Rithmic username and password to connect instantly to dozens of professional platforms.
Have your own platform? No problem. Just reach out to our team and we'll guide you through the connection details and setup. Rithmic is supported by a large number of 3rd party software options - if you're unsure about compatibility, we're happy to help.
R|Trader Pro is Rithmic's flagship downloadable trading platform - a full-featured suite of professional tools including advanced DOM/Order Book, bracket orders, customizable charts, risk parameters, copy trading, and Excel integration. It is compatible with all Windows-based computers and is available free for active Discount Trading clients.
Not ready to open a live account? Try Rithmic completely free with a 14-day demo. No personal information or credit card required. The demo includes the CME Level 2 data bundle with live streaming futures across all major markets and can be extended up to 28 days.
Rithmic has a plug-in feature that allows you to run multiple pieces of software simultaneously. The main benefit is data sharing - you only need to subscribe and pay for one data connection. This helps save traders money on costly monthly fees.
The CME Group requires that any subscriber with more than 2 concurrent data connections be reported as a professional trader and subject to Pro data fees. The plug-in option helps traders avoid these costly fees. Traders can connect up to 5 different 3rd party platforms at the same time.
The Rithmic API is $99.99 per month. Note that in order to use the API in Rithmic Paper Trading, the prospect must first pass conformance.
A collection of software libraries and interface definitions that developers incorporate into their proprietary software to gain access to Rithmic's R|Trade Execution Platform™. Provides a normalized view of market data, reference data, and order and execution reports across all supported exchanges. Timestamps are provided with microsecond granularity for market data receipt and order submission.
A wire line interface specification for communication with Rithmic's R|Trade Execution Platform™. Developed for use on mobile devices and in web browsers. Uses WebSockets and Google protocol buffers - applications may be built in any language and run on any OS that supports these technologies.
R|API is available in .NET (Windows), C++ (Windows, macOS, Linux), and R|Protocol API (any language/OS supporting Google Protocol Buffers).
Rithmic has a strong presence in the futures trading industry and is widely recognized for its reliability and stability. Rithmic servers are housed in the CME's Aurora Data Center (DC3) - a 428,000 square-foot facility that is home to the CME's matching engines, specifically optimized for high-speed performance.
The data center is powered by two separate 138,000-volt utility services from independent generation plants, backed by state-of-the-art HVAC, cooling, and fire suppression systems. Connectivity features a 10 Gbps GLink connection providing ultra-fast market access with multiple layers of redundancy.
Order Execution Speed: Traders report ultra-fast order execution with Rithmic. Orders are transmitted in less than a millisecond - in some cases under 250 microseconds. To put that in perspective, it takes 100–400 milliseconds for a human to blink.
Rithmic performs regular server maintenance during non-trading hours, ensuring optimal performance and stability.
| Day | Maintenance Window (CT) |
|---|---|
| Monday – Thursday | 4:15 PM – 4:45 PM (after market close at 4:00 PM) |
| Weekend | Friday evening through Sunday ~11:00 AM CT |
During maintenance you will not be able to log in. You can generally expect to log in at least 15 minutes prior to the market open. Contact Discount Trading if you cannot connect outside of scheduled maintenance windows.
Discount Trading can guide you through the process of applying for a CME exchange membership, which can significantly reduce your exchange fees. The application requires a non-refundable $2,000 fee. Our team will review your materials and submit the completed application on your behalf.
Enhanced day trading margins are available upon request for experienced traders who demonstrate a strong understanding of trading platforms and risk management. Contact Discount Trading to review eligibility and complete the verification process.
A trader can have numerous accounts, as long as each account is active and funded. Our recommendation is to start with one or two accounts, get comfortable with trade execution, and gradually scale from there.
Aggregated vs. Non-Aggregated Data: With aggregated quotes ON, you receive 4 updates per second. With aggregated quotes OFF, you receive unfiltered MBO data - ideal for order flow analysis but requiring a fast internet connection and capable CPU. If you notice data lag, turning aggregated quotes ON can help manage data flow without sacrificing real-time accuracy.
Rithmic data is widely recognized as professional-grade and an excellent choice for serious futures traders. Its data is unfiltered tick data - meaning you see everything in real time without delays. Known for low latency, Rithmic's Market-by-Order (MBO) data includes queue position, order size, and fill types - giving you a clear view of market liquidity and dynamics not available with basic market data.
| Exchange | Products | Level 1 (BID/ASK) | Level 2 (Full DOM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| CME | ES, NQ | $3/mo | $15.50/mo |
| CBOT | YM | $3/mo | $15.50/mo |
| NYMEX | CL, NG | $3/mo | $15.50/mo |
| COMEX | GC, SI | $3/mo | $15.50/mo |
| All Markets Bundle | All exchanges above | $9/mo | $41/mo |
Level 2 includes full depth of market showing multiple levels above and below the current BID/ASK - required for DOM/Price Ladder/Order Book trading. Level 1 data is included with all Level 2 subscriptions.
The Rithmic connection is $25 per month. Discount Trading will pay this fee on your behalf for active traders - please inquire. This connection includes full access to:
Take your Rithmic credentials anywhere, anytime. Compatible with more than a dozen 3rd party platforms - you are not tied down to any one platform.
Rithmic Level 2 data for products like ES and CL may go to hundreds of levels. Unfiltered MBO data gives traders a detailed view of order flow that most platforms simply can't match.
Dedicated servers and proximity hosting near the exchanges delivers Direct Market Access. Orders transmitted in under a millisecond - sometimes under 250 microseconds.
Discount Trading offers some of the lowest day-trading futures margins in the industry due to Rithmic's robust risk parameters and backend management. $500 E-Mini, $50 E-Micro day-trade marginsiLeverage can work for you as well as against you - it magnifies gains as well as losses..
Comprehensive order history with microsecond-level timestamps. Export all activity - working, canceled, and filled orders - directly to Excel or a trading journal in CSV format.
Housed in the CME's Aurora Data Center (DC3) with a 10 Gbps GLink connection, redundant power, and multiple layers of infrastructure safeguards for continuous market access.
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