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FTMO vs Topstep

Detailed comparison of 2 prop trading firms

FTMO

FTMO

4.9/ 5

From

$155

Split

90%

ScalpingEAs
Score65/100
Topstep

Topstep

4.5/ 5

From

$49

Split

100%

ScalpingNewsEAs
Score73/100
Feature
FTMO
FTMO
Topstep
Topstep
Pricing & Value
Starting Price$155$49
Profit Split80→90%90→100%
Fee Refund
Challenge Rules
Profit Target P110%6%
Profit Target P25%N/A
Min Trading Days4 days5 days
Risk Management
Daily Drawdown5%N/A
Max Drawdown10%3%
Drawdown TypeStaticEOD Trailing
Trading Freedom
Scalping
News Trading
EAs / Bots
Weekend Holding
Payouts & Scaling
Payout FrequencyBi-weeklyDaily
Instant Funding
Max Scaling$2M5 Accounts Max
Platforms
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TopstepXNinjaTraderTradovateTradingView
Reputation
Trustpilot Rating
4.9(34,000)
4.5(12,000)

Our Verdict

Based on our analysis, Topstep edges out with a score of 73 vs 65. However, both are solid choices depending on your priorities.

Choose FTMO if:

  • • Reputation and reviews matter most

Choose Topstep if:

  • • You want higher profit split potential
  • • You're looking for lower entry cost
  • • You trade news events

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FTMO

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Topstep