Bookmap Trading
Competition

Featuring the MBO Bundle (Free Access for the duration of the competition)

Take part in the Bookmap Futures Trading Competition with full access to our MBO Bundle—designed to reveal critical market moves like Stops, Icebergs, and liquidity shifts. Compete, learn, and test your skills with exclusive tools in a real trading environment.

Notice: Open to Bookmap users with a Digital Plus, Global, or Global Plus subscription.
Not a member? Join with one of these plans to qualify! No extra cost to enter—just register and trade!

The Competition is already underway

Here's What You Can Win

Score big with our ultimate package. Get unique tools like Iceberg detection, real-time market activity insights, and custom heatmaps.

2nd Prize

6 months of the Global Plus Subscription
+ MBO Bundle Subscription

1st Prize

1-Year Global Plus Subscription
+ $1,000 USD
+ MBO Bundle Subscription

3rd Prize

3 months of the Global Plus Subscription
+ MBO Bundle Subscription

Quick-Start Resources

Need a hand getting started? We’ve got video guides, how-tos, and more to kick things off.

How to Register to the Competition

How to Set Up the Connection

How to Set Orders for the Competition

How to Connect to the Competition (Written Guide)

Best Practices for the Competition

Success Stories from Previous Winners

Trading Competition Rules

These guidelines are the key participation criteria. Since the competition will take place on Bookmap’s simulator, we’ve also included simulator-specific rules. Please review both rule sets thoroughly before joining the competition.

Bookmap Trading Simulator Rules

REMEMBER: This competition is free of charge. Every participant gets access to the simulator and all its features at no cost! Plus, you’ll receive free data to trade with.

Time & Duration:

The competition will take place from December 10 at 9:30 AM EST to December 12 at 4 PM EST. Manage and adjust your positions within these days.

Trading Instrument:

Compete using the ESZ4, NQZ4 or RTYZ4 on Bookmap’s trading simulator server. This instrument is available via BookmapData or Rithmic. All participants will have access to free CME BookmapData one day before the competition begins.

Free Futures Data Access Details (For Duration of the Competition):

All participants without an existing data subscription will receive free access to BookmapData CME data one day before the competition begins, starting on December 10 up until the end of the competition on December 12th. This will allow you to familiarize yourself with the platform and trading environment ahead of time.
Note: If you already have a purchased data subscription (BookmapData or Rithmic), you can start practicing as soon as you complete your registration.

Starting Capital:

Every participant receives a virtual $100,000 for trading in the competition. Note: Your maximum trading position is determined by your account balance.

Order Types:

Participants can place Market, Limit, Stop orders, and even use Brackets from the Bookmap TCP (Trade Control Panel) during the competition. Please note: the Brackets will be client-side and managed by Bookmap.

Maximum Lot Size

To ensure fair competition and manage risk, participants are restricted to a maximum lot size per trade. With a capital of $100,000 and leverage of x50, the calculation for the maximum lot size is as follows: 100,000 / 5500 x 50 (price multiplier) / 50 (leverage) = 18 (approximately). Additionally, a commission of $1.9 per contract will be applied to each trade. This limit helps maintain a level playing field and prevents over-leveraging. Please adhere to this rule when executing trades throughout the competition.

Trading Dashboard:

All participants can access the leaderboard here. This will showcase real-time balances and performance rankings of all competitors.

Determining Winners

Participant performance will be assessed based on account balances as of 4 PM EST, December 12, 2024. Please note: All open orders will be automatically closed at the market price at the moment the competition concludes. We will officially announce the winners on December 13.

Trading Behavior During the Competition:

Improper trading behavior during the competition will be reviewed by the Bookmap team to ensure competition integrity and fairness.

Leaderboard

Username	Volume	Realized P&L
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Explore the MBO Bundle

For this competition, you’ll have access to the MBO Bundle at no additional cost. These tools are powered by CME order-by-order data, showing detailed buy and sell activity to give you a unique edge in understanding market flow.

The MBO Bundle includes

Stops & Icebergs Sub-Chart

Spot hidden Stops & Icebergs in real-time.

Liquidity Tracker Pro

Monitor bid and ask liquidity across the market.

Icebergs On-Chart

Watch iceberg orders appear, trade, and resolve on the main chart.

Tradermap Pro

Create custom heatmaps using MBO filters.

Market Pulse

Track events across multiple instruments, from order flow to options activity.

Works with BookmapData
CME, Rithmic CME, and other supported connections.

Learn More About the MBO Bundle

FAQ

How do I sign up?

Simply click on Join the competition, register, and choose a nickname. There you have it, you’re registered and ready to compete!

Who is eligible to participate?

The competition is open to current Bookmap users with a Digital Plus, Global, or Global Plus subscription. If you’re a new user, you’ll need to subscribe to one of these plans to qualify.

I’m not a current Bookmap user. How do I participate?

The competition is open to active paid subscribers of Bookmap. To join:

Subscribe to a Digital Plus, Global, or Global Plus plan.
Add BookmapData CME for real-time market data, now half off for your first month.
Complete the setup by following our How to Connect Guide.

Can I trade before the competition starts?

Yes, you can trade before the competition starts using our Simulator. There is available training up to 1 hour before the competition begins. After that, all results will be reset, and the competition will kick off with fresh starting positions and balances.

What is the MBO Bundle, and will I have access to it?

The MBO Bundle is a premium set of tools built specifically for advanced market insight. It uses CME’s Market-by-Order (MBO) data, which provides granular details about each individual order in the market—such as every buy and sell order’s price, size, and status. This level of detail helps traders see not only where the activity is happening but also track hidden moves like Stop and Iceberg orders.

During the competition, participants will have free access to the full MBO Bundle, which includes:

Stops & Icebergs Sub-Chart: Visualize the placement, execution, and outcome of Stop and Iceberg orders in the market. This feature allows you to filter orders by size and monitor large or unusual activity that could impact price movements.
Icebergs On-Chart: Directly track the evolution of Iceberg orders on the main chart—see when they are detected, traded, or canceled. Executed stop orders also appear on the chart, giving a real-time view of significant market events.
Liquidity Tracker Pro: Get a clear picture of bid and ask liquidity across the entire depth of the order book, with the ability to filter orders by size. This tool helps identify liquidity changes that may signal upcoming shifts in market direction.
Tradermap Pro: Create specialized heatmaps for any subscribed instruments by applying various MBO filters to the order book, giving you a customized view of the market’s behavior based on your chosen parameters.
Market Pulse: Monitor and analyze multiple instruments simultaneously, tracking events generated by sources such as order flow, options, and liquidations. Market Pulse allows you to understand market behavior from multiple angles.

These tools provide a deeper, more detailed look at market dynamics, allowing for strategic decision-making based on real order flow data. After the competition, the MBO Bundle will revert to a paid add-on.

Is there any fee to participate in the Bookmap Trading Competition?

No, the competition is completely free! There’s no need to purchase any data or make any payments. Just register and trade! However, you must have an existing Bookmap subscription with one of the eligible plans: Digital Plus, Global, or Global Plus to be able to participate in the competition.

Why isn’t the competition showing up in the crosstrading dropdown when I launch Bookmap?

When you first launch Bookmap, ensure you select ‘trading mode’. Once that mode is selected, you will be able to connect Multibook by clicking '+' and choosing the BookmapData platform. After connecting to the Trading Simulator platform, you will see the item in the crosstrading dropdown.

I’m connected to the trading simulator but I can’t send an order. What should I do?

First, check the connection indicator located at the bottom of the Bookmap window (‘BNF/SIM’). ‘SIM’ will change color to indicate the status of the connection. A Yellow indicator shows that Bookmap is in the process of connecting, while Red indicates a lost connection. When ‘SIM’ is White, it signifies a connection.

Can I use tools and third-party products in the competition?

The MBO Bundle currently priced at $134/month will be made available to everyone who participates in the competition for free.

You’re free to use any tools you prefer. However, please note that you will only be able to trade via Bookmap.

What needs to be set up before the competition?

Ensure Bookmap is installed, the instrument is tradeable, and you can view your trading results on the leaderboard (which will be reset before the competition). For guidance on setup, check our How to Connect Guide and our Best Practices Guide.

What’s the deadline to be ready with Bookmap?

Registration will end December 10 at 9:30AM EST. Ensure you’re set up by December 10 at 9:30 AM EST. Verify that everything works smoothly before the competition begins.

When and how are prizes awarded?

The review takes place at 4 PM EST on December 12, 2024. Winners will be announced the following day, December 13, 2024. Keep an eye on the leaderboard and check your email for updates.

Need assistance or facing issues?

Reach out to support@bookmap.com or through our live chat on the website. You can also join our dedicated Discord channel to get live updates and connect with fellow traders.