Trade Ideas
We’ve negotiated a discount with Trade Ideas, so you can get their scan software for 15% off. Just click the button below and use “VANCOUVER15” at the checkout.
DAS Trader Pro
The best direct access trading platform and charting software.
DAS Trader Pro only runs on Windows based PC’s. If you have a Mac, please click here.
Interactive Brokers
Excellent US-Based Low Cost Broker for US, Canada, UK and
many International Traders with Powerful SMRT Clearing Route
Capital Market Elite Group (CMEG)
Off-Shore Broker for Traders with Less than $25,000 with Low Commission Exclusive to Bear Bull Traders Members
Capital Markets Elite Group (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited does not accept accounts for any “U.S. Persons” that it believes have been “solicited” by Capital Markets Elite Group (Trinidad and Tobago) Limited within the meaning of Rule 15a-6 of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Not intended for US Persons.
ChartLog
Journaling and Analytics Software for Day Traders. Automatically import an analyze your trades.
Trading Station Setup
Below you’ll find BBT’s ideal day trading station setup, so that you too can put your best foot forward into the world of day trading.
You of course can spend thousands and thousands of dollars on your computer. Please don’t though. We encourage new traders to keep the cost of their business down as much as possible to start.
Laptop – Dell XPS 15
Since there is no easy answer to what is the best computer for you (as it depends on your budget and other factors), our best recommendation is the Dell XPS 15. It offers the perfect balance of power and portability. Paired with a docking station (below), you can run up to 4 separate monitors, and with one pull of the cable you’re off to the coffee shop to journal your trades!
If you are considering this laptop for trading, be sure to get the non-touchscreen model and consider getting the OLED screen.
Accessories
This docking station is the perfect companion to the XPS 15. It will power your laptop to run multiple monitors. It also has the ability to run wired Internet for a more stable and faster connection.
Stop straining your neck and get that laptop up to eye height! With this aluminum laptop stand, you’ll raise the laptop off the desk to the same level as your monitors. Bonus cooling and airflow too!
We highly recommend wired mechanical keyboards. Wired keyboards don’t require a battery and won’t suffer any Bluetooth interruptions. In addition, mechanical keys better enable precise Hotkey inputs and also help prevent missed hits.
A wired mouse is also recommended. You don’t want to be stuck in a trade with a wireless peripheral that has dead batteries or connection problems! The Logitech G203 is high performance for the price!
Monitor – Dell E2420HS
Arguably the most important piece of your day trading setup. What you choose is very dependent on how much room you have and your budget. Once you are certain that day trading is for you, we highly recommend having 4 monitors. You’ll want enough screens to easily follow several charts at the same time, plus the scanners and the BBT chatroom, as well as have Twitter open to keep an eye on Elon Musk’s crazy tweets! The Dell E2420HS is a great balance of price, size and quality. It is also VESA compatible if you decide you would like to mount your monitors above your desk.
Accessories
A good mounting arm will get your monitors off your desk and up to eye level. You can choose from a variety of mount stands – many will hold 2 monitors and some will hold up to even 6 monitors, just like Andrew has!
Ergonomics
Chair – HermanMiller Sayl Chair
When you’re not standing at your desk, it’s important to have a great ergonomic chair to support your entire body, and especially your lower back. The features you need to look for include lumbar support, breathable materials, and adjustable height and tilt options. Check it out here.
Desk – Fully Jarvis Standing Desk
Bear Bull Traders highly recommends this standing desk. We truly believe trading while standing can help keep you alert, focused, and awake. This desk encourages healthy movement, and with simple memory buttons, you can adjust it to your favorite position with one press!
Standing Mat – Sky Mats Anti Fatigue
While we do think standing when trading will keep you more alert, there is no denying the fatigue you may feel from doing it for an extended period of time. That’s why we recommend this standing mat with a soft foam core. It’s a perfect balance of support and comfort!
Stream Deck
The StreamDeck is a fully customizable keypad that will allow you to create individual buttons for various trading functions. You can program several variations for different functions and be able to more easily execute without having to click a mouse! Several of our members use the StreamDeck.
Community Setups
For some great examples of trading setups, check out our YouTube series, “Come Into My Trading Room”, where our members share their day trading setups.
Or check out our Forum here, where members have posted pictures and details of their setups!
Disclaimer: The services and products included on this page are used by the majority of our traders and we have a very high degree of confidence in their quality. We recommend however that you conduct your own research in order to decide what services and products are best suited for your own needs. It is important to disclose to you that some links and codes in this section of our website are affiliates of Bear Bull Traders, which means that if you decide to purchase or use any of these resources, we may receive a commission from the vendor. As mentioned above, although we only include on our website those services and products which we ourselves use, we encourage you to perform your own due diligence. If you decide to purchase or use any of these services or products, we want to say “thank you” in advance. The commission and affiliate fees received will be used to improve our community and provide additional services to our members.