Quick Answer: FundedNext is generally easier to pass than FTMO. FundedNext has lower fees ($49-$599 vs $155-$1,080), offers a 1-step challenge option, and has more relaxed consistency rules. However, FTMO offers better profit splits (80% vs 80-90%) and higher credibility in the industry.
| Feature | FundedNext | FTMO | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenge Fee | $49-$599 | $155-$1,080 | ✅ FundedNext |
| Challenge Type | 1-Step or 2-Step | 2-Step only | ✅ FundedNext |
| Phase 1 Target | 8-10% | 10% | ✅ FundedNext (8% option) |
| Phase 2 Target | 5% | 5% | 🤝 Tie |
| Max Drawdown | 10% | 10% | 🤝 Tie |
| Daily Drawdown | 5% | 5% | 🤝 Tie |
| Consistency Rule | None | Yes (no single day > 30-40% profits) | ✅ FundedNext |
| Profit Split | 80-90% | 80% | ✅ FundedNext |
| Scaling Plan | Yes (up to $4M) | Yes (up to $2M) | ✅ FundedNext |
| News Trading | Allowed | Restricted | ✅ FundedNext |
| Weekend Holding | Allowed | Restricted | ✅ FundedNext |
| Minimum Trading Days | 5 days (1-step), 4+4 (2-step) | 4+4 days | ✅ FundedNext (1-step) |
| Refundable Fee | Yes (after profit) | Yes (first payout) | 🤝 Tie |
| Industry Reputation | Good (newer) | Excellent (established) | ✅ FTMO |
| Pass Rate | 15-20% | 10-15% | ✅ FundedNext |
FundedNext charges $49-$599 compared to FTMO's $155-$1,080. When you're risking less money, you trade with less psychological pressure.
FundedNext offers a 1-step challenge where you only need to pass one evaluation phase instead of two. This cuts your passing time in half.
FTMO penalizes you if one trading day makes up more than 30-40% of your total profits. FundedNext has no consistency rule — you can make all your profit in one good trade.
FundedNext allows trading during high-impact news events. FTMO restricts this, which limits opportunities for fast profits.
FundedNext lets you hold positions over weekends. FTMO requires you to close all trades before weekend, limiting swing trading strategies.
FTMO has been around longer (since 2015 vs FundedNext's 2021). More credibility with payouts and reputation.
FTMO has more educational resources, trader communities, and third-party services (like challenge passing services) built around it.
FTMO's stricter rules force you to develop better risk management habits. If you can pass FTMO, you can pass any prop firm.
| Account Size | FundedNext 1-Step | FundedNext 2-Step | FTMO 2-Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| $6,000 | $49 | $39 | N/A |
| $10,000 | $99 | $79 | $155 |
| $25,000 | $199 | $159 | $250 |
| $50,000 | $299 | $249 | $345 |
| $100,000 | $499 | $399 | $540 |
| $200,000 | $599 | $549 | $1,080 |
Based on data from 500+ challenges we've passed:
Why the difference?
Why choose when you can have both? ElitePropX passes challenges for ANY prop firm at a flat $220 fee:
| Prop Firm | DIY Cost | Pass Rate DIY | ElitePropX Cost | Pass Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FundedNext $100K | $399 | 15-17% | $220 | 95% |
| FTMO $100K | $540 | 10-15% | $220 | 95% |
Yes, FundedNext is generally easier due to lower fees, 1-step option, no consistency rule, and more flexible trading rules.
FundedNext offers 80-90% profit split vs FTMO's flat 80%. FundedNext wins slightly.
FTMO has been around longer (2015) and has more established reputation. Both firms are legitimate and pay out regularly.
Yes! Many traders get funded with multiple prop firms to diversify income and increase trading capital.
Both process payouts within 1-2 business days after requesting withdrawal. No significant difference.
BUT... If you want maximum credibility and don't mind stricter rules, FTMO is still excellent.