What it does
NinjaTrader offers futures brokerage and trading software on desktop, web and mobile. Its plans combine platform access with different per-contract commission rates. A plan called Free has no monthly subscription fee, but live trades still incur commissions and other charges.
Read the full cost of a contract
The European pricing page lists these US-dollar rates:
| Plan | Plan fee | Micro / standard commission per side |
|---|---|---|
| Free | No monthly fee | US$0.39 / US$1.29 |
| Monthly | US$99 monthly | US$0.29 / US$0.99 |
| Lifetime | US$1,499 once | US$0.09 / US$0.59 |
Exchange, clearing and NFA fees are additional. Per side means entry and exit are charged separately. View All-In Commission Rates is the relevant comparison for a specific contract.
All plans include simulated trading, and an account is needed to use the platform. Some benefits, including real-time data and Market Replay, activate after funding a live account. Country and region selection matters because account availability and terms differ.
Futures use leverage. A small margin requirement is not the maximum possible loss, and simulation does not reproduce every condition of live execution.
Strengths
- The commission table separates micro and standard contracts
- Simulation and desktop, web and mobile access are included across plans
Watch out for
- The Free plan still carries trading and exchange-related charges
- Some platform benefits require a funded live account
Best for
- Futures traders comparing contract costs and platform access
- People learning platform controls in simulation
Sources
- NinjaTrader European plan pricing and platform access (Oct 27, 2026)
- NinjaTrader European futures offering (Oct 27, 2026)