BEST FUTURES PROP FIRMS
Futures prop firms ranked by the rules that actually matter: drawdown type, daily loss limits, consistency requirements, and payout terms. All firms below trade on regulated exchanges and accept US clients.
TopStep
The OG futures prop firm. Monthly subscription model (not one-time fee). EOD trailing drawdown. Must flatten before market close.
Popular for frequent sales (80-90% off). No daily loss limit in evaluation. Uses intraday trailing drawdown (strictest type). Futures only.
Well-regarded futures prop firm with EOD trailing drawdown. Competitive pricing, no minimum trading days, and supports TradingView.
Bulenox
Budget-friendly futures prop firm with frequent promotions. EOD trailing drawdown. Popular with beginning futures traders due to low entry cost.
Tradeify
Newer futures prop firm with straightforward rules. EOD trailing drawdown, no minimum trading days, and TradingView support.
Established futures prop firm offering the Gauntlet Mini evaluation. Partners with real brokers for funded accounts. Educational resources included.
One of the original futures prop firms. Known for aggressive promotional pricing and a straightforward 1-step evaluation with EOD trailing drawdown.
Futures prop firm focused on fast payouts and transparent rules. EOD trailing drawdown. No minimum trading days and no consistency rule.
TradeDay
Futures-focused 1-step prop firm. Trailing EOD drawdown with no daily loss limit. Growing competitor to TopStep and Apex in the futures space.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best futures prop firm in 2026?
TopStep is the most established futures prop firm with weekly payouts, 90% profit split, and no minimum trading days. Apex Trader Funding offers the cheapest entry (with sales) and no daily loss limit. My Funded Futures balances competitive pricing with TradingView support. The best choice depends on whether you prioritize cost, rule flexibility, or payout speed.
Do all futures prop firms use trailing drawdown?
Yes. Every major futures prop firm uses some form of trailing drawdown -- either EOD (end-of-day) or intraday. No futures prop firm currently offers static drawdown. EOD trailing is more forgiving because it only adjusts at market close. Intraday trailing (Apex) moves with every tick.
Can I hold futures positions overnight with a prop firm?
Most futures prop firms require you to flatten all positions before market close. TopStep, Apex, My Funded Futures, Bulenox, and Tradeify all prohibit overnight holding. This is a key difference from forex prop firms, which generally allow overnight and weekend holding.
What platforms do futures prop firms support?
NinjaTrader and Tradovate are the most common platforms across futures prop firms. TradingView support is growing -- TopStep, Apex, My Funded Futures, Tradeify, and Take Profit Trader all offer it. Rithmic is available at Apex, Bulenox, and Leeloo Trading.
Are futures prop firms available to US traders?
Yes. Futures prop firms operate through regulated US exchanges (CME Group) and are the safest option for US-based traders. All firms listed on this page accept US clients.
How much does a futures prop firm challenge cost?
Challenge fees range from $49/month (TopStep 50K) to $517 (Apex 300K). Most firms charge between $150-300 for a 100K account. Apex and Bulenox run frequent 80-90% off promotions, making their effective fees significantly lower.