TWO-STEP CHALLENGES
Prop firms with two evaluation phases: Phase 1 to prove profitability, Phase 2 to prove consistency. The most common evaluation structure.
| Firm | Lowest Fee | Drawdown | Daily Loss | Profit Split | Platforms |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTMO2-step | $155 | Static | 5% | 80%-90% | MT4, MT5, cTrader |
| TopStep1-step | $49 | Trailing EOD | 2% | 90%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView |
| Apex Trader Funding1-step | $147 | Trailing Intraday | None | 100%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Rithmic, TradingView |
| The5%ers2-step | $95 | Static | 4% | 50%-100% | MT5 |
| FundedNext2-step | $59 | Static | 5% | 80%-95% | MT4, MT5, cTrader |
| My Funded Futures1-step | $150 | Trailing EOD | 2.5% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Rithmic, TradingView |
| Bulenox1-step | $125 | Trailing EOD | 2.2% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Rithmic |
| Tradeify1-step | $150 | Trailing EOD | 2.5% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView |
| Earn2Trade1-step | $150 | Trailing EOD | 2.2% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Finamark |
| Leeloo Trading1-step | $125 | Trailing EOD | 2.2% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Rithmic |
| Blue Guardian2-step | $99 | Static | 4% | 85%-85% | MT4, MT5 |
| Phidias PropFirm1-step | $89 | Static | 3% | 80%-90% | MT5, cTrader |
| Take Profit Trader1-step | $150 | Trailing EOD | 2.2% | 80%-90% | NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView |
| DNA Funded2-step | $88 | Static | 5% | 80%-90% | MT5 |
| BrightFunded2-step | $79 | Static | 5% | 80%-90% | MT5 |
| For Traders2-step | $49 | Static | 5% | 75%-90% | MT4, MT5 |
| Maven Trading2-step | $179 | Static | 5% | 80%-80% | MT5 |
| Goat Funded Trader1-step / 2-step | $68 | Static | 5% | 75%-95% | MT4, MT5 |
| FunderPro1-step | $159 | Static | 5% | 80%-90% | MT5, cTrader |
| Fidelcrest2-step | $99 | Static | 5% | 80%-90% | MT4, MT5 |
| E8 Funding1-step | $228 | Static | 5% | 80%-80% | MT5 |
| TradeDay1-step | $99 | Trailing EOD | None | 80%-90% | Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView |
| Smart Prop Trader2-step | $199 | Static | 4% | 85%-90% | MT4, MT5 |
| City Traders Imperium2-step | $109 | Static | 5% | 70%-100% | MT5 |
| Lux Trading Firm2-step | $299 | Static | None | 75%-75% | MT4 |
| Funded Trading Plus1-step | $119 | Static | 4% | 80%-90% | MT4, MT5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical 2-step challenge structure?
Phase 1: 8-10% profit target, 5% daily loss, 10% max drawdown, 30 days. Phase 2: 5% profit target, same risk rules, 60 days. These are typical FTMO-style parameters.
How long does a 2-step challenge take?
With consistent trading, 2-4 weeks per phase is realistic. Many traders complete both phases in 4-8 weeks total. There is no required minimum time -- just hit the targets without breaking rules.
Is 2-step better than 1-step?
Two-step challenges typically have lower profit targets per phase, making each step more achievable. The downside is two cycles of risk and two fees if you restart. For most traders, 2-step is the most accessible path to funding.