Darwinex Zero Reviewed by CleaRank: A New Standard for Serious Traders
We recently had the opportunity to be independently reviewed by CleaRank, known for their no-nonsense analysis of prop firms. Their verdict? A 4.6/5 rating and a "CLEAR™ Certified Prop Firm" badge, but more importantly; a detailed breakdown of what makes Darwinex Zero different from the rest.
Not a Typical Prop Firm - By Design
Darwinex Zero often gets compared to prop firms, but as CleaRank rightly points out, the similarities end quickly.
We don’t offer funded accounts.
We don’t run challenges.
And we definitely don’t promise 80-90% payouts in exchange for unrealistic trading constraints.
Instead, traders subscribe to access our virtual capital environment and build a DARWIN, a risk-adjusted index of their trading strategy. That DARWIN is what gets evaluated, ranked, and backed; not your ability to pass a short-term evaluation.
CleaRank summed it up well: “It operates more like a hedge fund apprenticeship than a typical prop firm.”
That’s exactly what we’ve built.
Key Strengths Highlighted by CleaRank
CleaRank’s review covers the full trader journey, from the subscription model to allocations and payouts, and here’s what they believe sets us apart:
✅ Zero risk to your own capital – You can build a verified track record without risking personal funds.
✅ No trading restrictions – EAs, news trading, swing, scalping. Trade your edge without limits.
✅ Institutional-level risk control – Our DARWIN risk engine handles exposure and standardizes risk at 6.5% monthly VaR.
✅ True merit-based progression – Traders grow through performance, not passing a challenge.
✅ Access to investor capital – Once you qualify for DarwinIA GOLD, your DARWIN becomes visible to investors.
✅ Permanent Allocations – A one-of-a-kind feature that gives traders €100,000 in non-expiring allocation if a performance target is hit (or instantly, if preferred).
✅ Monthly subscriptions starting at €38 – With discounts for long-term plans.
They also praised our educational tools, transparent execution metrics, and the long-term vision of supporting traders as future fund managers, not short-term speculators.
And the Trade-Offs?
CleaRank also called out the things that traders sometimes push back on, and we’re okay with that:
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Performance Fee is 15%, lower than typical prop firm splits
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No instant payouts - earnings start only once capital is allocated
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Scaling takes time - but that's the reality of sustainable growth
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Understanding VaR, Ex, Ra, etc. takes a bit of learning - and we’re here to help you learn it
This isn’t a platform for people looking to pass a 10-day challenge and get paid the week after. It’s built for traders who want to build a career. And that means understanding how to manage capital professionally.
Permanent Allocation Got Its Own Spotlight
One section we really appreciated was their deep dive into our Permanent Allocation model, a one-of-a-kind offering in the prop trading world.
CleaRank broke it down clearly:
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You can buy an instant €100K allocation
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Or choose a performance target at a lower cost
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Or commit to a 3-year plan and unlock it for free (once you hit 15%)
We designed this to align incentives, prove you can manage capital consistently, and we’ll make sure you get it.
CleaRank’s Conclusion
“If you’re building a multi-year track record, the math works.”
They concluded that Darwinex Zero isn’t trying to compete in the fast-track prop firm race, it’s trying to reshape what it means to scale as a trader in a professional environment. And that’s what we’re here to do.
Our Takeaway
It’s always valuable to get honest feedback, especially when it comes from a source like CleaRank that takes a methodical, transparent approach.
We’re not for everyone, and that’s okay.
But if you’re a trader who’s serious about long-term growth, institutional credibility, and being evaluated on your skill (not your ability to jump through hoops), Darwinex Zero is built for you.
Thanks again to CleaRank for their comprehensive and fair review.
👉 Read the full CleaRank review here
The Darwinex Zero Team