Scaling Plan Calculator
See how your account size and profit split grow over time. The scaling plan is the hidden multiplier in prop firm trading -- it turns a $50K account into $200K+ without paying another challenge fee.
Why the Scaling Plan Matters More Than the Challenge Fee
Traders obsess over challenge fees. A $300 fee for a $100K account feels expensive. But if you stay funded for 6 months and scale to $200K at 90% split, that $300 fee generated $50K+ in lifetime payouts. The scaling plan determines your long-term ROI, not the entry fee.
Track your scaling progress in RunVigil. The dashboard shows your current profit split tier, distance to the next scale-up, and projected timeline based on your monthly return.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a prop firm scaling plan?
A scaling plan increases your account size and profit split as you demonstrate consistent profitability on your funded account. Most firms start at 80% profit split and scale to 90%+. Some firms like City Traders Imperium scale to 100%. Account size can double or triple over 6-12 months of consistent performance.
Which prop firms have the best scaling plans?
City Traders Imperium offers up to 100% profit split. The5%ers has one of the most detailed scaling plans, growing accounts from $20K to $4M. FTMO scales from 80% to 90% split. Apex and TopStep scale based on consecutive profitable months.
How long does it take to scale up?
Most scaling plans require 3-6 months of consecutive profitable periods. The5%ers requires hitting a 10% profit target to scale. FTMO scales after 4 months of consistent profitability. The timeline depends on your monthly return and the firm specific criteria.
Does scaling affect drawdown rules?
Usually no. Your drawdown percentage stays the same, but the dollar amount increases with your account size. On a $100K account scaled to $200K with 10% drawdown, your buffer grows from $10K to $20K. This makes scaled accounts safer to trade.