How We Score and Verify Prop Firms
Prop Firm Compare is built on facts, not opinions. Every data point on this platform is verified, every score is algorithmically generated, and no firm can pay to influence their ranking. Here is how it works.
Facts, Not Opinions
Every piece of firm data on Prop Firm Compare — rules, fees, drawdown structures, payout terms, profit splits, platform support, and account configurations — is factual and independently verified. We do not editorialize firm data or inject our own views into the information you use to make decisions.
The only opinions on this platform are inside user reviews. Reviews are clearly labelled as trader-submitted content and are separated from the factual data we present. When you read a firm's rules, fees, or payout structure on Prop Firm Compare, you are reading verified facts — not our interpretation of them.
Direct from the Source
Firm data is sourced directly from each prop firm's official documentation, pricing pages, and rule books. We cross-reference multiple sources to ensure accuracy.
Automated Monitoring
Our systems regularly check for changes to firm rules, pricing, and policies. When a firm updates their terms, we detect and verify the change before updating our data.
Structured & Comparable
Every firm's data is stored in a standardised format so you can compare firms on a level playing field. Same fields, same definitions, same units — across every firm on the platform.
Change Tracking
When firm data changes, the update is logged. This means we can identify when a firm changes their rules or pricing, and ensure the platform always reflects the latest information.
How Firm Scores Are Calculated
Every firm on Prop Firm Compare receives a PropScore from 0 to 97. This score is generated algorithmically — no human manually assigns or adjusts it. The score is driven overwhelmingly by what real traders report in their reviews, with small adjustments for external trust signals and recent momentum.
The exact formula is proprietary. This is intentional — publishing the precise calculations would allow firms to game the system rather than genuinely improve their service. What we can share is what moves the needle and how the system is designed to be fair.
Trader Reviews
The dominant factor
The score is driven by what real traders report. Reviews are weighted by recency, verification status, and depth. Not all categories are equal — payout reliability carries the most weight because it matters most to traders. Both the quality and quantity of reviews determine this component. A firm with 20 solid reviews will always outscore a firm with 3 perfect ones.
Trust Signals
Small bonus
External signals like Trustpilot ratings, how long the firm has been operating, and public presence add a small bonus on top of the review-driven score. These signals can differentiate two firms with similar reviews, but they cannot compensate for poor trader feedback. Trust signals alone will never make or break a score.
Momentum
Slight nudge
Is trader sentiment improving or declining? If recent reviews are trending better than a firm's historical average, the score gets a small nudge upward. If sentiment is dropping, the score nudges down. This prevents firms from coasting on old reviews and rewards firms that are genuinely improving.
What Moves the Score
How We Prevent Gaming
Review Integrity & Moderation
Reviews are the foundation of our scoring system, which is why protecting their integrity is critical. Every review submitted to Prop Firm Compare goes through a moderation process before it becomes visible and before it influences a firm's score.
Human Moderation
Every review is read by a member of our team before approval. We check for authenticity, relevance, and compliance with our review guidelines. Generic or suspicious reviews are rejected.
Verified Reviews
Traders can verify their review by providing proof of purchase. Verified reviews are marked as such and carry greater weight in the scoring algorithm.
Category Ratings
Reviewers rate firms across multiple categories relevant to the trading experience. This multi-dimensional feedback gives a more complete picture than a single star rating alone.
Equal Treatment
The same moderation standards apply to every firm, regardless of whether they are an affiliate partner. A positive review for a partner firm and a negative review for a non-partner firm go through the exact same process.
We do not remove negative reviews because a firm asks us to. We do not publish fake positive reviews. If a review is genuine and follows our guidelines, it stays — regardless of whether the sentiment is positive or negative.
What the Scores Mean
Every score maps to a label and colour so you can quickly understand how a firm is performing across the dimensions we measure.
| Range | Label | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| 92 - 97 | Outstanding | Exceptional across the board. Consistently high ratings from a large volume of verified traders, strong trust signals, and positive momentum. |
| 85 - 91 | Excellent | Top-tier firm. High trader satisfaction, reliable payouts, and a strong reputation in the community. |
| 78 - 84 | Good | Well-regarded by traders with solid reviews. A dependable choice with minor areas for improvement. |
| 70 - 77 | Mixed | Feedback is split. Some traders report good experiences, others have concerns. Read reviews carefully. |
| 55 - 69 | Below Average | Notable weaknesses flagged by the trader community. Investigate thoroughly before committing. |
| < 55 | Poor | Significant concerns raised by traders. Approach with caution and read recent reviews closely. |
Our Editorial Policy
Prop Firm Compare operates under a strict editorial policy to ensure the information on this platform remains accurate, impartial, and useful to traders.
We present data, not recommendations
Prop Firm Compare does not tell you which firm to choose. We present verified facts and real trader reviews so you can make your own informed decision. We do not publish "best firm" rankings that are influenced by commercial relationships.
Firm data is verified and structured
All firm information — including rules, fees, drawdown types, payout structures, and account configurations — is sourced from official firm documentation and stored in a standardised format. This ensures every firm is presented on equal footing.
Opinions live in reviews, not in our data
The editorial team does not inject opinions into firm profiles, comparison pages, or rules pages. If you see a subjective assessment on Prop Firm Compare, it is inside a user-submitted review and is clearly labelled as such.
Errors are corrected promptly
If we discover an error in our data — or if a trader or firm brings one to our attention — we investigate and correct it as quickly as possible. Accuracy is not optional.
Content is reviewed before publication
All editorial content, including blog posts, guides, and comparison articles, is reviewed for factual accuracy before publication. Claims about firm rules or features are cross-referenced against our verified database.
Financial Independence & Disclosure
Prop Firm Compare earns revenue through affiliate partnerships with some of the firms listed on the platform. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. This is how we fund the platform and keep it free for traders.
Commercial relationships have zero influence on scores, rankings, or data. Our scoring algorithm does not know — and cannot know — which firms are affiliate partners. The data pipeline that feeds firm profiles is entirely separate from our commercial relationships. A firm cannot pay for a higher score, a more favourable presentation, or the suppression of negative reviews.
The only way for a firm to improve their score on Prop Firm Compare is to deliver a better experience to traders. Better service leads to better reviews. Better reviews lead to a better score. There is no shortcut.
If you have questions about our methodology, notice an error in our data, or want to report a concern about a review, reach out through our contact page. We take every report seriously.
See the Data for Yourself
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