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Loading...Pricing is nearly identical between these two firms. FunderPro Futures edges ahead by just $20 ($79 vs $99 for the $50K account). At this margin, the difference is negligible over one attempt — though if you plan on multiple resets, even small savings compound.
With matching 80% profit splits, neither firm has a financial edge on earnings. Your take-home pay will be identical for the same trading results, so the real comparison shifts to drawdown policies, trading flexibility, and how quickly you can access your funds.
FunderPro Futures uses end-of-day trailing drawdown while FuturesElite employs Trailing, making FunderPro Futures's rules more predictable as your balance grows.
FuturesElite requires fewer minimum trading days (1 vs 3).
FuturesElite has no daily loss limit, whereas FunderPro Futures restricts daily losses to $1,000. FunderPro Futures permits news trading while FuturesElite restricts it. These operational differences can shape your day-to-day experience, particularly if your strategy depends on volatility around economic releases or requires more intraday flexibility.
View the full details on each firm's page: FunderPro Futures rules & pricing and FuturesElite rules & pricing.
| Rule | FunderPro Futures | FuturesElite |
|---|---|---|
| News Trading | Allowed | Eval only |
| Weekend Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Overnight Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Hedging | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Copy Trading | Allowed | Allowed |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | 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 FunderPro Futures and FuturesElite stack up for different types of traders.
New to prop firms and want to minimize risk while learning the ropes.
FunderPro Futures
Consistent track record, focused on maximizing earnings and scaling capital.
FunderPro Futures
Prefer wider stops, lower risk, and the flexibility to hold positions longer.
FunderPro Futures
FunderPro Futures charges $79 for their $50K challenge (plus a $129 activation fee once funded), compared to $99 at FuturesElite. That is a $20 savings upfront.
Both firms pay a 80% profit split. On a $2,000 profit you keep $1600 at either firm — no difference in take-home pay.
Both firms set the max drawdown at $2,000. FunderPro Futures calculates drawdown using a end-of-day trailing method, which is more favorable than FuturesElite's Trailing approach.
FunderPro Futures allows news trading on funded accounts, but FuturesElite restricts it. If your strategy relies on trading around economic releases like NFP or FOMC, FunderPro Futures is the clear pick.
Payout timelines are similar at both firms, typically requiring around 3 profitable trading days. Both support multiple withdrawal methods.
Yes, both firms enforce a consistency rule. FunderPro Futures requires 45% and FuturesElite requires 40%. This means no single trading day's profit can exceed 45% of your total profits. The higher threshold at FunderPro Futures is actually more lenient — a higher percentage means each day can contribute a larger share of total profit.
For beginners, FunderPro Futures has an edge thanks to lower challenge fee. 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 FunderPro Futures and FuturesElite $50K challenge accounts. Compare fees, profit splits, drawdown rules, and more.