# PropScout

> PropScout compares forex, futures and crypto prop trading firms on the published rules that decide whether a trader gets paid: challenge prices, profit targets, daily and maximum loss limits, drawdown type, profit split, payout schedule, trading permissions and restricted countries. Facts come from each firm's own website; every firm page lists its sources and the date it was checked.

- Firms tracked: 30 (10 forex, 10 futures, 10 crypto). Data last checked 2026-10-25.
- Each firm has a score out of 10 from a published formula: https://www.example.com/methodology
- Prices are list prices before discounts. Most traders do not pass evaluations, and fees are usually not refunded. Nothing here is financial advice.
- Full facts for every firm, in one file: https://www.example.com/llms-full.txt

## Forex prop firms

- [Forex prop firms compared](https://www.example.com): challenges ranked by price, with targets, loss limits and splits
- [All forex prop firms ranked](https://www.example.com/all-prop-firms)
- [Forex challenges compared](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-challenges)
- [Forex discount codes](https://www.example.com/offers)
- [Forex prop firm lists](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists): by challenge type, account size, platform, payout method and country
- [The5ers](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/the5ers): CFD prop firm running since 2016 with 1-step, 2-step and 3-step programs on MT5, cTrader and TradingView. Score 8.6/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; Bootcamp $95. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [FTMO](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/ftmo): Prague-based CFD prop firm selling 2-Step, 1-Step and Instant accounts, with fees charged in EUR. Score 7.9/10; profit split up to 90%; does not accept US traders; 1-Step €499. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [E8 Markets](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/e8-markets): Dallas-based simulated trading firm selling 1-step E8 One and E8 Pro Classic Markets accounts up to $500K. Score 7.3/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; E8 One $398. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [FundedNext](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/fundednext): UAE-based CFD prop firm selling Stellar 2-Step, 1-Step, Lite and Instant accounts from $2K to $200K. Score 7.3/10; profit split up to 95%; accepts US traders; Stellar Lite $399.99. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [FundingPips](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/fundingpips): Dubai-based CFD prop firm offering 1-step, 2-step and instant Zero accounts from $5K to $200K. Score 6.7/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; Zero $444. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Blue Guardian](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/blue-guardian): CFD prop firm selling instant, 1-step and 2-step accounts from $5K up to $400K on MT5 and Match-Trader. Score 6.5/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; 2 Step Nano $239. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [BrightFunded](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/brightfunded): Dubai-based prop firm offering 1-step and two 2-step CFD challenges from $5K to $200K, with fees in euros. Score 6.4/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; 2-Step Bright €477. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [AquaFunded](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/aquafunded): Dubai-based CFD prop firm selling instant, 1-step and 2-step accounts from $2.5K to $400K. Score 6.3/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; 2 Step Pro $279.20. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Alpha Capital](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/alpha-capital): UK prop firm selling 1-step, 2-step and instant-qualified CFD accounts from $2.5K to $200K. Score 6.2/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Alpha One 6% $397. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Maven](https://www.example.com/prop-firms/maven): CFD prop firm offering 1-, 2- and 3-step evaluations and instant accounts from $2K to $100K. Score 5.8/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Standard 3-Step $299. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [FTMO vs The5ers](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/ftmo-vs-the5ers)
- [FTMO vs FundedNext](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/ftmo-vs-fundednext)
- [FTMO vs FundingPips](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/ftmo-vs-fundingpips)
- [FundedNext vs FundingPips](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/fundednext-vs-fundingpips)
- [The5ers vs FundedNext](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/the5ers-vs-fundednext)
- [FTMO vs E8 Markets](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/ftmo-vs-e8-markets)
- [FTMO vs Alpha Capital](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/ftmo-vs-alpha-capital)
- [FundingPips vs BrightFunded](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/fundingpips-vs-brightfunded)
- [Maven vs Blue Guardian](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/maven-vs-blue-guardian)
- [AquaFunded vs The5ers](https://www.example.com/compare-firms/aquafunded-vs-the5ers)
- [Forex prop firms by challenge type](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/challenge-types): 27 lists
- [Forex prop firms by account size](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/account-size): 20 lists
- [Forex prop firms by asset](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/assets): 7 lists
- [Forex prop firms by trading platform](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/platforms): 8 lists
- [Forex prop firms by payout method](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/payout-methods): 12 lists
- [Forex prop firms by payment method](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/payment-methods): 25 lists
- [Forex prop firms by challenge feature](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/challenges): 2 lists
- [Forex prop firms by broker and liquidity provider](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/brokers): 3 lists
- [Forex prop firms by country](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/countries): 32 lists
- [Forex prop firm availability by country](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-lists/restricted-countries): 177 lists

## Futures prop firms

- [Futures prop firms compared](https://www.example.com/futures): challenges ranked by price, with targets, loss limits and splits
- [All futures prop firms ranked](https://www.example.com/futures/all-prop-firms)
- [Futures challenges compared](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-challenges)
- [Futures discount codes](https://www.example.com/futures/offers)
- [Futures prop firm lists](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists): by challenge type, account size, platform, payout method and country
- [FTMO Futures](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/ftmo-futures): Prague-based FTMO's futures arm, selling monthly Growth and Pro evaluations in $50K, $100K and $150K sizes. Score 8.3/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Growth $169/month. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Topstep](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/topstep): Chicago futures prop firm running monthly Trading Combine evaluations from $50K to $150K on TopstepX. Score 7.0/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Trading Combine (Standard) $99/month. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [FundedNext Futures](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/fundednext-futures): UAE-based futures prop programme selling Flex, Rapid Pro, Rapid Daily and Direct accounts from $25K to $150K. Score 6.6/10; profit split up to 95%; accepts US traders; Flex $273.99. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Earn2Trade](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/earn2trade): Wyoming-registered futures evaluation firm with monthly Trader Career Path and Gauntlet Mini plans to $200K. Score 6.4/10; profit split up to 80%; accepts US traders; Gauntlet Mini $315/month. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [My Funded Futures](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/my-funded-futures): Texas futures prop firm selling one-time-fee Builder, Rapid and Pro evaluations from $25K to $150K. Score 6.2/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Builder $282. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Lucid Trading](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/lucid-trading): Futures prop firm selling one-time-fee Pro, Flex and Daily evaluations plus instant LucidDirect accounts. Score 6.1/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; LucidDaily $158. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [E8 Futures](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/e8-futures): Dallas-based E8 Markets' futures market, selling 1-step E8 Signature and E8 Zero accounts from $25K to $200K. Score 6.0/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; E8 Signature $280. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Take Profit Trader](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/take-profit-trader): Florida futures prop firm with a monthly one-step Trading Test from $25K to $150K and day-one PRO payouts. Score 6.0/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Trading Test $330/month. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Tradeify](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/tradeify): Boca Raton futures prop firm selling one-time Growth and Select evaluations and instant Lightning accounts. Score 6.0/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Growth $255. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Apex Trader Funding](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firms/apex-trader-funding): Austin futures prop firm selling one-time-fee EOD and intraday trailing evaluations from $25K to $150K. Score 5.9/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; Intraday Trail (No Activation Fee) $590. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Apex Trader Funding vs Topstep](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/apex-trader-funding-vs-topstep)
- [Topstep vs Tradeify](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/topstep-vs-tradeify)
- [Apex Trader Funding vs Tradeify](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/apex-trader-funding-vs-tradeify)
- [Apex Trader Funding vs My Funded Futures](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/apex-trader-funding-vs-my-funded-futures)
- [Topstep vs Take Profit Trader](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/topstep-vs-take-profit-trader)
- [Lucid Trading vs Tradeify](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/lucid-trading-vs-tradeify)
- [My Funded Futures vs Take Profit Trader](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/my-funded-futures-vs-take-profit-trader)
- [Topstep vs Earn2Trade](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/topstep-vs-earn2trade)
- [FundedNext Futures vs Apex Trader Funding](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/fundednext-futures-vs-apex-trader-funding)
- [FTMO Futures vs Topstep](https://www.example.com/futures/compare-firms/ftmo-futures-vs-topstep)
- [Futures prop firms by challenge type](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/challenge-types): 18 lists
- [Futures prop firms by account size](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/account-size): 15 lists
- [Futures prop firms by asset](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/assets): 8 lists
- [Futures prop firms by trading platform](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/platforms): 17 lists
- [Futures prop firms by payout method](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/payout-methods): 10 lists
- [Futures prop firms by payment method](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/payment-methods): 10 lists
- [Futures prop firms by challenge feature](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/challenges): 1 lists
- [Futures prop firms by broker and liquidity provider](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/brokers): 8 lists
- [Futures prop firms by country](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/countries): 32 lists
- [Futures prop firm availability by country](https://www.example.com/futures/prop-firm-lists/restricted-countries): 177 lists

## Crypto prop firms

- [Crypto prop firms compared](https://www.example.com/crypto): challenges ranked by price, with targets, loss limits and splits
- [All crypto prop firms ranked](https://www.example.com/crypto/all-prop-firms)
- [Crypto challenges compared](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-challenges)
- [Crypto discount codes](https://www.example.com/crypto/offers)
- [Crypto prop firm lists](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists): by challenge type, account size, platform, payout method and country
- [E8 Perpetuals](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/e8-perpetuals): E8 Markets' simulated perpetuals market on Hyperliquid data, with 1-step E8 One and E8 Pro up to $500K. Score 7.0/10; profit split up to 100%; accepts US traders; E8 One $488. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Breakout](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/breakout): Kraken-owned crypto prop firm selling 1-Step Classic, Pro and Turbo evaluations from $5K to $200K. Score 6.7/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; 1-Step Turbo $330. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Crypto Fund Trader](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/crypto-fund-trader): Crypto prop firm with 1- and 2-phase challenges and Instant accounts on Bybit, MT5 and Match-Trader. Score 6.4/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; 1-Phase $619. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [For Traders Crypto](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/for-traders-crypto): For Traders' dedicated crypto plans: 1-step Fast and Fast PRO plus Instant accounts on 70+ pairs, up to $100K. Score 6.4/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Fast PRO $289. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [HyroTrader](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/hyrotrader): Crypto prop firm for USDT perpetuals on Bybit, BloFin or its own Hyro platform, with accounts up to $200K. Score 5.7/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Two-Step $579. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Bitfunded](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/bitfunded): Crypto prop firm with its own trading platform, offering 2-step, 1-step and instant accounts up to 150K USDT. Score 4.7/10; profit split up to 80%; does not accept US traders; 1-Step Express $399. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Kraken Prop](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/kraken-prop): Prop programme inside Kraken Pro with Starter, Intermediate and Advanced 1-step evaluations up to $200K. Score 4.6/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Advanced $330. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [My Funded Perps](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/my-funded-perps): US simulated perpetual futures firm from the My Funded Futures team, with 1-step plans from $5K to $100K. Score 4.4/10; profit split up to 90%; accepts US traders; Select $360. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Propr](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/propr): Hyperliquid-based perps prop firm with 1-Step and 2-Step evaluations from $5K to $200K and USDC payouts. Score 4.0/10; profit split up to 80%; accepts US traders; Turbo 1-Step $450. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [WenCrypto](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firms/wencrypto): Crypto-only prop firm from the Maven Trading team with 1-step, 2-step and pay-later challenges up to $100K. Score 3.6/10; profit split up to 80%; accepts US traders; Buy Now Pay Later $20. Checked 2026-10-25.
- [Crypto Fund Trader vs Breakout](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/crypto-fund-trader-vs-breakout)
- [Breakout vs Propr](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/breakout-vs-propr)
- [Crypto Fund Trader vs Propr](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/crypto-fund-trader-vs-propr)
- [Kraken Prop vs Breakout](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/kraken-prop-vs-breakout)
- [E8 Perpetuals vs Crypto Fund Trader](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/e8-perpetuals-vs-crypto-fund-trader)
- [My Funded Perps vs Breakout](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/my-funded-perps-vs-breakout)
- [For Traders Crypto vs Crypto Fund Trader](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/for-traders-crypto-vs-crypto-fund-trader)
- [WenCrypto vs Crypto Fund Trader](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/wencrypto-vs-crypto-fund-trader)
- [E8 Perpetuals vs Breakout](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/e8-perpetuals-vs-breakout)
- [E8 Perpetuals vs For Traders Crypto](https://www.example.com/crypto/compare-firms/e8-perpetuals-vs-for-traders-crypto)
- [Crypto prop firms by challenge type](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/challenge-types): 26 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by account size](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/account-size): 20 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by asset](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/assets): 6 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by trading platform](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/platforms): 3 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by payout method](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/payout-methods): 5 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by payment method](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/payment-methods): 6 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by challenge feature](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/challenges): 1 lists
- [Crypto prop firms by country](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/countries): 32 lists
- [Crypto prop firm availability by country](https://www.example.com/crypto/prop-firm-lists/restricted-countries): 175 lists

## Rules and payouts

- [Prop firm trading rules](https://www.example.com/prop-firm-rules): news trading, EAs, copy trading, overnight and weekend holding for every firm
- [Prop firm payouts compared](https://www.example.com/payouts): split, schedule and payout methods for every firm
- [Scoring methodology](https://www.example.com/methodology)
- [Closed and unlisted prop firms](https://www.example.com/unlisted-firms): closures and regulatory actions with sources

## Guides

- [MT4 vs MT5 for funded trading: the differences that matter](https://www.example.com/blog/mt4-vs-mt5-for-funded-trading): MT4 and MT5 compared for prop firm traders: order types, hedging and netting, timeframes, strategy testing, MQL4 and MQL5 EAs, and which firms offer each.
- [Prop firm drawdown rules explained, with worked examples](https://www.example.com/blog/prop-firm-drawdown-rules-explained): Static, trailing, end-of-day and intraday drawdown rules worked through on a $100,000 account, plus how daily loss limits measured from balance or equity work.
- [Consistency rules explained: how prop firms limit your biggest day](https://www.example.com/blog/consistency-rules-explained): How prop firm consistency rules work: biggest-day limits, minimum profitable days and lot-size checks, with worked examples of how they hold up a pass or payout.
- [Instant funding vs evaluation accounts: what you give up for speed](https://www.example.com/blog/instant-funding-vs-evaluation): How instant funding accounts differ from evaluations on price, loss limits, profit split, payout caps and consistency rules, and which traders each type tends to suit.
- [Prop firm red flags: warning signs to check before you pay](https://www.example.com/blog/prop-firm-red-flags): Warning signs to check before buying a prop firm challenge: unclear or shifting rules, payout problems, missing company details, pressure sales and KYC surprises.
- [One-step vs two-step prop firm challenges compared](https://www.example.com/blog/one-step-vs-two-step-challenges): How one-step and two-step prop firm challenges differ in structure, targets, loss limits, cost and time, and which trading styles each format tends to suit.
- [Forex vs futures prop firms: how fees, rules and platforms differ](https://www.example.com/blog/forex-vs-futures-prop-firms): Forex (CFD) and futures prop firms compared: what you trade, one-time vs monthly fees, dollar drawdowns, contract limits, flat-by rules, platforms and news rules.
- [How to pass a prop firm challenge: a risk-first approach](https://www.example.com/blog/how-to-pass-a-prop-firm-challenge): A practical approach to prop firm challenges: sizing risk from the loss limits, pacing toward the target, minimum days, avoiding rule breaches and keeping a journal.
- [Profit split and payouts explained: what to check before you buy](https://www.example.com/blog/profit-split-and-payouts-explained): How prop firm payouts work: profit split and scaling, first-payout waits, payout cycles, minimums, caps, fees, and methods such as crypto, bank wire and Rise.
- [What a funded trading account is, and how the evaluation works](https://www.example.com/blog/what-is-a-funded-trading-account): How prop firm evaluations and funded accounts work: who pays whom, simulated versus live capital, how firms earn money, and what to check before you buy.

## Industry news

- [My Funded Futures relaunches its perpetuals brand as MyFundedPerps](https://www.example.com/industry-news/myfundedperps-rebrand-launch) (2026-10-02): The perpetuals brand My Funded Futures announced as Funding Perpetuals was renamed MyFundedPerps in September and opened with 122 markets in October 2026.
- [CMC Markets opens CMC Funded, a simulated evaluation programme](https://www.example.com/industry-news/cmc-funded-launch) (2026-10-01): CMC Funded, a simulated evaluation programme linked to broker CMC Markets, opened on 1 October 2026. It offers one $100,000 account and an interview route.
- [Futures prop firm FundedSeat closes, citing limited platform access](https://www.example.com/industry-news/fundedseat-closes-platform-access) (2026-09-28): FundedSeat said on 28 September 2026 it is closing because it could not get access to major trading platforms. It said active accounts will be refunded.
- [MyForexFunds brand sold to a Dubai firm, which plans a November relaunch](https://www.example.com/industry-news/myforexfunds-brand-sold-relaunch) (2026-09-28): Traders Global sold the MyForexFunds brand to Dubai-based Global Solutions, which has previewed a new Evolution programme due on 23 November 2026.
- [FundedNext adds 3-day and on-demand payout options to Stellar accounts](https://www.example.com/industry-news/fundednext-payout-structures) (2026-09-24): FundedNext now lets Stellar 2-Step and Stellar Lite traders pick a standard, 3-day or on-demand payout structure at checkout, each with a different profit split.
- [FTMO launches FTMO Futures with Growth and Pro evaluation plans](https://www.example.com/industry-news/ftmo-futures-launch) (2026-09-17): FTMO launched FTMO Futures on 17 September 2026 after a beta, with two plans on Tradovate, NinjaTrader and TradingView and a 90% payout share.
- [FTMO's 2025 accounts show record revenue, lower profit and the OANDA price](https://www.example.com/industry-news/ftmo-2025-results-oanda-price) (2026-09-08): FTMO's 2025 financial statements show record revenue but a 59% drop in net profit, and put the price of its OANDA purchase at about CZK 8.8 billion.
- [Nigeria's SEC publishes draft rules for online forex and CFD trading](https://www.example.com/industry-news/nigeria-sec-draft-forex-cfd-rules) (2026-09-01): Nigeria's securities regulator proposed licensing, leverage caps and marketing limits for online forex and CFD providers, including offshore firms serving Nigerians.
- [Take Profit Trader cuts its minimum evaluation period to three trading days](https://www.example.com/industry-news/take-profit-trader-three-day-minimum) (2026-08-17): Take Profit Trader lowered the minimum trading days on its futures evaluation from five to three on 17 August 2026 and said its payout policy is unchanged.
- [Kraken Prop adds an S&P 500 perpetual to its evaluation and funded accounts](https://www.example.com/industry-news/kraken-prop-adds-sp500-perpetual) (2026-08-12): Kraken added an S&P 500 perpetual to Kraken Prop on 12 August 2026, its second stock index market after the Nasdaq 100. Commodities are planned next.

## Optional

- [Full firm data for AI assistants](https://www.example.com/llms-full.txt)
- [XML sitemap](https://www.example.com/sitemap-index.xml)
- [About PropScout](https://www.example.com/about-us)
- [Affiliate disclosure](https://www.example.com/affiliate-disclosure)