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Loading...Cost is one of the clearest differentiators here. My Funded Futures undercuts the competition significantly at $107 versus $200 — a $93 gap on the $50K challenge alone. For a trader planning two or three attempts, that could mean saving $186 to $279 in total fees.
The profit-sharing difference is substantial. DayTraders stands out with a 100% split — you keep $1000 out of every $1,000 earned. At the other firm's 80% rate, you would only see $800. For a funded trader earning $5,000/month in profit, that gap means an extra $1000 in your pocket each month.
My Funded Futures provides $2,000 of drawdown room compared to $1,000 — an extra $1,000 buffer that can be the difference between surviving a losing streak and blowing an account. My Funded Futures's end-of-day trailing drawdown is more favorable than DayTraders's unknown calculation, giving you steadier risk limits during profitable runs.
My Funded Futures sets the bar lower with a $3,000 profit target versus $3,750.
These two firms take meaningfully different approaches to their challenge programs. The right pick depends on what you prioritize: lower cost of entry, a bigger share of profits, or more lenient risk parameters. Consider which rules align with how you actually trade, not just which numbers look best on paper.
View the full details on each firm's page: DayTraders rules & pricing and My Funded Futures rules & pricing.
| Rule | DayTraders | My Funded Futures |
|---|---|---|
| News Trading | Allowed | Allowed |
| Weekend Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Overnight Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Hedging | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Copy Trading | Allowed | Allowed |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | Not allowed | Not allowed |
Rules shown reflect the $50K challenge account. Some rules may differ by account size or type.
The best prop firm depends on your experience level, trading style, and priorities. Here is how DayTraders and My Funded Futures stack up for different types of traders.
New to prop firms and want to minimize risk while learning the ropes.
My Funded Futures
Consistent track record, focused on maximizing earnings and scaling capital.
DayTraders
Prefer wider stops, lower risk, and the flexibility to hold positions longer.
My Funded Futures
My Funded Futures is the more affordable choice at $107 for their $50K challenge, versus $200 at DayTraders (plus a $130 activation fee once funded).
DayTraders gives you 100% of your trading profits versus 80% at My Funded Futures. In practice, if you earn $2,000 in a payout cycle, you would receive $2000 from DayTraders and $1600 from My Funded Futures — a $400 difference per $2,000 earned.
My Funded Futures gives you $2,000 of max drawdown versus $1,000 at DayTraders. My Funded Futures's end-of-day trailing calculation is friendlier than DayTraders's unknown.
Both DayTraders and My Funded Futures allow news trading. This is particularly valuable for traders who capitalize on volatility around FOMC announcements, NFP releases, and CPI data drops.
DayTraders offers a faster path to your first payout, with a minimum of 4 trading days required versus 5 at My Funded Futures. After that, DayTraders processes payouts via Plane.
DayTraders enforces a 30% consistency rule — no single day can account for more than 30% of your total earnings. My Funded Futures has no such rule, giving you freedom to have outsized winning days without penalty.
For beginners, My Funded Futures has an edge thanks to lower challenge fee, more forgiving drawdown, no consistency rule. These features reduce the pressure while you are still developing consistency. That said, both firms are viable — the best choice depends on your specific trading approach and budget.
Data is updated regularly but may not reflect the latest changes. Always verify current pricing and rules on each firm's official website before making a decision.
Detailed side-by-side comparison of DayTraders and My Funded Futures $50K challenge accounts. Compare fees, profit splits, drawdown rules, and more.