Account Size Comparison Matrix

Every fee, profit split, and net cost after cashback — side by side across 244+ programs from 10 verified firms. Find the best value at every account tier.

10Firms

22Tiers

$13Cheapest

100%Top Split

244Programs

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Type

Range

244 programs live

244 programs

Firm	Account $1K	Account $2K	Account $3K	Account $5K	Account $6K	Account $8K	Account $10K	Account $15K	Account $20K	Account $25K	Account $30K	Account $40K	Account $50K	Account $60K	Account $75K	Account $100K	Account $120K	Account $150K	Account $200K	Account $240K	Account $250K	Account $400K
FXIFY★ 4.4 Trustpilot	Best Value $68 $69−$1 906.76%	—	$117 $119−$2 904.66%	$38 $39−$1 900.76%	—	—	$87 $89−$2 900.87%	Best Value $117 $119−$2 900.78%	—	Best Value $117 $119−$2 900.47%	—	—	$371 $379−$8 900.74%	—	Best Value $2,449 $2,499−$50 903.27%	$538 $549−$11 900.54%	—	—	$1,028 $1,049−$21 900.51%	—	—	Best Value $2,891 $2,950−$59 900.72%
Maven Trading★ 4.6 Trustpilot	—	Best Value $13 800.64%	—	Best Value $17 800.33%	—	—	Best Value $36 $37−$1 800.36%	—	Best Value $74 $76−$2 800.37%	—	—	—	Best Value $216 $220−$4 800.43%	—	—	Best Value $293 $299−$6 800.29%	—	—	—	—	—	—
FundedNext★ 4.5 Trustpilot	—	$58 $59−$1 602.89%	—	$146 $149−$3 602.92%	Best Value $65 $66−$1 801.08%	—	$59 $60−$1 800.59%	$118 $120−$2 800.78%	$587 $599−$12 602.94%	$196 $200−$4 800.78%	—	—	$294 $300−$6 800.59%	—	—	$559 $570−$11 800.56%	—	—	$1,078 $1,100−$22 800.54%	—	—	—
The5ers★ 4.9 Trustpilot	—	—	Best Value $22 800.86%	$38 $39−$1 800.76%	—	—	$76 $78−$2 800.76%	—	$441 $450−$9 502.21%	$191 $195−$4 800.76%	—	Best Value $833 $850−$17 502.08%	$303 $309−$6 800.61%	$322 $329−$7 800.54%	—	$319 $325−$7 500.32%	—	—	—	—	Best Value $613 $625−$13 500.24%	—
Blue Guardian	—	—	—	$77 $79−$2 851.55%	—	—	$95 $97−$2 850.95%	—	—	$144 $147−$3 850.58%	—	—	$291 $297−$6 850.58%	—	—	$487 $497−$10 850.49%	—	Best Value $678 $692−$14 850.45%	Best Value $977 $997−$20 850.49%	—	—	—
Alpha Capital Group★ 4.7 Trustpilot	—	—	—	$75 $77−$2 801.51%	—	—	$95 $97−$2 800.95%	—	—	$134 $137−$3 800.54%	—	—	$242 $247−$5 800.48%	—	—	$418 $427−$9 800.42%	—	—	$977 $997−$20 800.49%	—	—	—
Seacrest Markets	—	—	—	$39 $40−$1 800.78%	—	—	$98 $100−$2 800.98%	—	—	$162 $165−$3 800.65%	—	—	$294 $300−$6 800.59%	—	—	$490 $500−$10 800.49%	—	—	—	—	—	—
Funding Pips★ 4.5 Trustpilot	—	—	—	$68 $69−$1 951.35%	—	—	$65 $66−$1 600.65%	—	—	$195 $199−$4 950.78%	—	—	$283 $289−$6 600.57%	—	—	$518 $529−$11 600.52%	—	—	—	—	—	—
Audacity Capital★ 4.4 Trustpilot	—	—	—	$48 $49−$1 750.96%	—	Best Value $322 $329−$7 504.30%	$88 $90−$2 750.88%	$127 $130−$3 750.85%	—	—	Best Value $225 $230−$5 750.75%	—	—	Best Value $314 $320−$6 750.52%	—	—	Best Value $930 $949−$19 750.78%	—	—	Best Value $1,068 $1,090−$22 750.45%	—	—
FTMO★ 4.8 Trustpilot	—	—	—	—	—	—	$167 $170−$3 801.67%	—	—	$270 $275−$6 901.08%	—	—	$371 $379−$8 800.74%	—	—	$473 $483−$10 900.47%	—	—	$1,164 $1,188−$24 800.58%	—	—	—

= Lowest net cost at this tier

−$XX= Cashback savings via PropFirmScan

= Profit split

0.XX%= Fee-to-capital ratio (lower = better)

Firm	$1K	$2K	$3K	$5K	$6K	$8K	$10K	$15K	$20K	$25K	$30K	$40K	$50K	$60K	$75K	$100K	$120K	$150K	$200K	$240K	$250K	$400K
FXIFY	$68 90% split	—	$117 90% split	$38 90% split	—	—	$87 90% split	$117 90% split	—	$117 90% split	—	—	$371 90% split	—	$2,449 90% split	$538 90% split	—	—	$1,028 90% split	—	—	$2,891 90% split
Maven Trading	—	$13 80% split	—	$17 80% split	—	—	$36 80% split	—	$74 80% split	—	—	—	$216 80% split	—	—	$293 80% split	—	—	—	—	—	—
FundedNext	—	$58 60% split	—	$146 60% split	$65 80% split	—	$59 80% split	$118 80% split	$587 60% split	$196 80% split	—	—	$294 80% split	—	—	$559 80% split	—	—	$1,078 80% split	—	—	—
The5ers	—	—	$22 80% split	$38 80% split	—	—	$76 80% split	—	$441 50% split	$191 80% split	—	$833 50% split	$303 80% split	$322 80% split	—	$319 50% split	—	—	—	—	$613 50% split	—
Blue Guardian	—	—	—	$77 85% split	—	—	$95 85% split	—	—	$144 85% split	—	—	$291 85% split	—	—	$487 85% split	—	$678 85% split	$977 85% split	—	—	—
Alpha Capital Group	—	—	—	$75 80% split	—	—	$95 80% split	—	—	$134 80% split	—	—	$242 80% split	—	—	$418 80% split	—	—	$977 80% split	—	—	—
Seacrest Markets	—	—	—	$39 80% split	—	—	$98 80% split	—	—	$162 80% split	—	—	$294 80% split	—	—	$490 80% split	—	—	—	—	—	—
Funding Pips	—	—	—	$68 95% split	—	—	$65 60% split	—	—	$195 95% split	—	—	$283 60% split	—	—	$518 60% split	—	—	—	—	—	—
Audacity Capital	—	—	—	$48 75% split	—	$322 50% split	$88 75% split	$127 75% split	—	—	$225 75% split	—	—	$314 75% split	—	—	$930 75% split	—	—	$1,068 75% split	—	—
FTMO	—	—	—	—	—	—	$167 80% split	—	—	$270 90% split	—	—	$371 80% split	—	—	$473 90% split	—	—	$1,164 80% split	—	—	—

FXIFY

42 sizes·★ 4.4

Best Value

$1K

$68

$69save $1

90%split

$3K

$117

$119save $2

90%split

$5K

$38

$39save $1

90%split

$5K

$58

$59save $1

100%split

$5K

$58

$59save $1

90%split

$5K

$58

$59save $1

90%split

$5K

$224

$229save $5

90%split

$10K

$87

$89save $2

90%split

$10K

$87

$89save $2

90%split

$10K

$87

$89save $2

100%split

$10K

$58

$59save $1

90%split

$10K

$58

$59save $1

90%split

$10K

$440

$449save $9

90%split

Best Value

$15K

$117

$119save $2

90%split

Best Value

$15K

$117

$119save $2

100%split

Best Value

$15K

$117

$119save $2

90%split

Best Value

$15K

$77

$79save $2

90%split

Best Value

$25K

$117

$119save $2

90%split

Best Value

$25K

$146

$149save $3

90%split

Best Value

$25K

$195

$199save $4

100%split

Best Value

$25K

$195

$199save $4

90%split

Best Value

$25K

$195

$199save $4

90%split

Best Value

$25K

$881

$899save $18

90%split

$50K

$371

$379save $8

90%split

$50K

$371

$379save $8

90%split

$50K

$371

$379save $8

100%split

$50K

$244

$249save $5

90%split

$50K

$205

$209save $4

90%split

$50K

$1,714

$1,749save $35

90%split

Best Value

$75K

$2,449

$2,499save $50

90%split

$100K

$538

$549save $11

90%split

$100K

$538

$549save $11

90%split

$100K

$538

$549save $11

100%split

$100K

$391

$399save $8

90%split

$100K

$391

$399save $8

90%split

$100K

$4,164

$4,249save $85

90%split

$200K

$1,028

$1,049save $21

90%split

$200K

$1,028

$1,049save $21

90%split

$200K

$783

$799save $16

90%split

Best Value

$400K

$2,891

$2,950save $59

90%split

Best Value

$400K

$1,567

$1,599save $32

90%split

Best Value

$400K

$2,891

$2,950save $59

90%split

Maven Trading

30 sizes·★ 4.6

Best Value

$2K

$13

80%split

Best Value

$2K

$15

80%split

Best Value

$2K

$13

80%split

Best Value

$2K

$19

80%split

Best Value

$2K

$15

80%split

Best Value

$5K

$17

80%split

Best Value

$5K

$19

80%split

Best Value

$5K

$17

80%split

Best Value

$5K

$19

80%split

Best Value

$5K

$22

80%split

Best Value

$10K

$36

$37save $1

80%split

Best Value

$10K

$43

$44save $1

80%split

Best Value

$10K

$37

$38save $1

80%split

Best Value

$10K

$36

$37save $1

80%split

Best Value

$10K

$37

$38save $1

80%split

Best Value

$20K

$74

$76save $2

80%split

Best Value

$20K

$67

$68save $1

80%split

Best Value

$20K

$86

$88save $2

80%split

Best Value

$20K

$74

$76save $2

80%split

Best Value

$20K

$67

$68save $1

80%split

Best Value

$50K

$216

$220save $4

80%split

Best Value

$50K

$167

$170save $3

80%split

Best Value

$50K

$186

$190save $4

80%split

Best Value

$50K

$167

$170save $3

80%split

Best Value

$50K

$186

$190save $4

80%split

Best Value

$100K

$293

$299save $6

80%split

Best Value

$100K

$431

$440save $9

80%split

Best Value

$100K

$372

$380save $8

80%split

Best Value

$100K

$293

$299save $6

80%split

Best Value

$100K

$372

$380save $8

80%split

FundedNext

22 sizes·★ 4.5

$2K

$58

$59save $1

60%split

$5K

$146

$149save $3

60%split

$5K

$32

$33save $1

80%split

Best Value

$6K

$65

$66save $1

80%split

Best Value

$6K

$59

$60save $1

80%split

$10K

$59

$60save $1

80%split

$10K

$293

$299save $6

60%split

$15K

$118

$120save $2

80%split

$15K

$127

$130save $3

80%split

$20K

$587

$599save $12

60%split

$25K

$196

$200save $4

80%split

$25K

$216

$220save $4

80%split

$25K

$137

$140save $3

80%split

$50K

$294

$300save $6

80%split

$50K

$323

$330save $7

80%split

$50K

$225

$230save $5

80%split

$100K

$559

$570save $11

80%split

$100K

$539

$550save $11

80%split

$100K

$392

$400save $8

80%split

$200K

$1,078

$1,100save $22

80%split

$200K

$1,078

$1,100save $22

80%split

$200K

$783

$799save $16

80%split

The5ers

13 sizes·★ 4.9

Best Value

$3K

$22

80%split

$5K

$38

$39save $1

80%split

$10K

$76

$78save $2

80%split

$10K

$255

$260save $5

50%split

$20K

$441

$450save $9

50%split

$20K

$162

$165save $3

80%split

$25K

$191

$195save $4

80%split

Best Value

$40K

$833

$850save $17

50%split

$50K

$303

$309save $6

80%split

$60K

$322

$329save $7

80%split

$100K

$319

$325save $7

50%split

$100K

$534

$545save $11

80%split

Best Value

$250K

$613

$625save $13

50%split

Blue Guardian

46 sizes

$5K

$77

$79save $2

85%split

$5K

$41

$42save $1

85%split

$5K

$29

$30save $1

85%split

$5K

$26

$27save $1

90%split

$5K

$107

$109save $2

80%split

$5K

$85

$87save $2

85%split

$5K

$69

$70save $1

85%split

$5K

$35

$36save $1

85%split

$10K

$95

$97save $2

85%split

$10K

$77

$79save $2

85%split

$10K

$133

$136save $3

85%split

$10K

$95

$97save $2

85%split

$10K

$126

$129save $3

85%split

$10K

$146

$149save $3

80%split

$10K

$66

$67save $1

85%split

$25K

$144

$147save $3

85%split

$25K

$193

$197save $4

85%split

$25K

$239

$244save $5

85%split

$25K

$303

$309save $6

80%split

$25K

$193

$197save $4

85%split

$25K

$259

$264save $5

85%split

$25K

$138

$141save $3

85%split

$50K

$291

$297save $6

85%split

$50K

$222

$227save $5

85%split

$50K

$245

$250save $5

85%split

$50K

$413

$421save $8

85%split

$50K

$291

$297save $6

85%split

$50K

$362

$369save $7

85%split

$50K

$469

$479save $10

80%split

$100K

$487

$497save $10

85%split

$100K

$360

$367save $7

85%split

$100K

$693

$707save $14

85%split

$100K

$487

$497save $10

85%split

$100K

$455

$464save $9

85%split

$100K

$763

$779save $16

80%split

$100K

$693

$707save $14

85%split

Best Value

$150K

$678

$692save $14

85%split

Best Value

$150K

$507

$517save $10

85%split

Best Value

$150K

$714

$729save $15

85%split

Best Value

$150K

$714

$729save $15

85%split

Best Value

$200K

$977

$997save $20

85%split

Best Value

$200K

$977

$997save $20

85%split

Best Value

$200K

$1,171

$1,195save $24

80%split

Best Value

$200K

$654

$667save $13

85%split

Best Value

$200K

$903

$921save $18

85%split

Best Value

$200K

$1,470

$1,500save $30

85%split

Alpha Capital Group

35 sizes·★ 4.7

$5K

$75

$77save $2

80%split

$5K

$49

$50save $1

80%split

$5K

$69

$70save $1

80%split

$5K

$49

$50save $1

80%split

$5K

$39

$40save $1

80%split

$10K

$95

$97save $2

80%split

$10K

$66

$67save $1

80%split

$10K

$144

$147save $3

80%split

$10K

$95

$97save $2

80%split

$10K

$144

$147save $3

80%split

$10K

$66

$67save $1

80%split

$25K

$134

$137save $3

80%split

$25K

$242

$247save $5

80%split

$25K

$242

$247save $5

80%split

$25K

$193

$197save $4

80%split

$25K

$193

$197save $4

80%split

$25K

$154

$157save $3

80%split

$50K

$242

$247save $5

80%split

$50K

$350

$357save $7

80%split

$50K

$291

$297save $6

80%split

$50K

$291

$297save $6

80%split

$50K

$350

$357save $7

80%split

$50K

$232

$237save $5

80%split

$100K

$418

$427save $9

80%split

$100K

$389

$397save $8

80%split

$100K

$546

$557save $11

80%split

$100K

$487

$497save $10

80%split

$100K

$487

$497save $10

80%split

$100K

$546

$557save $11

80%split

$200K

$977

$997save $20

80%split

$200K

$683

$697save $14

80%split

$200K

$1,075

$1,097save $22

80%split

$200K

$830

$847save $17

80%split

$200K

$977

$997save $20

80%split

$200K

$1,075

$1,097save $22

80%split

Seacrest Markets

15 sizes

$5K

$39

$40save $1

80%split

$5K

$49

$50save $1

80%split

$5K

$49

$50save $1

80%split

$10K

$98

$100save $2

80%split

$10K

$98

$100save $2

80%split

$10K

$69

$70save $1

80%split

$25K

$162

$165save $3

80%split

$25K

$196

$200save $4

80%split

$25K

$196

$200save $4

80%split

$50K

$294

$300save $6

80%split

$50K

$245

$250save $5

80%split

$50K

$294

$300save $6

80%split

$100K

$490

$500save $10

80%split

$100K

$417

$425save $9

80%split

$100K

$490

$500save $10

80%split

Funding Pips

20 sizes·★ 4.5

$5K

$68

$69save $1

95%split

$5K

$58

$59save $1

80%split

$5K

$28

$29save $1

80%split

$5K

$35

$36save $1

60%split

$10K

$65

$66save $1

60%split

$10K

$54

$55save $1

80%split

$10K

$97

$99save $2

80%split

$10K

$97

$99save $2

95%split

$25K

$195

$199save $4

95%split

$25K

$195

$199save $4

80%split

$25K

$107

$109save $2

80%split

$25K

$153

$156save $3

60%split

$50K

$283

$289save $6

60%split

$50K

$215

$219save $4

80%split

$50K

$313

$319save $6

80%split

$50K

$293

$299save $6

95%split

$100K

$518

$529save $11

60%split

$100K

$489

$499save $10

95%split

$100K

$544

$555save $11

80%split

$100K

$391

$399save $8

80%split

Audacity Capital

11 sizes·★ 4.4

$5K

$48

$49save $1

75%split

Best Value

$8K

$322

$329save $7

50%split

$10K

$88

$90save $2

75%split

$15K

$127

$130save $3

75%split

$15K

$636

$649save $13

50%split

Best Value

$30K

$225

$230save $5

75%split

Best Value

$60K

$314

$320save $6

75%split

Best Value

$60K

$2,351

$2,399save $48

50%split

Best Value

$120K

$930

$949save $19

75%split

Best Value

$120K

$529

$540save $11

75%split

Best Value

$240K

$1,068

$1,090save $22

75%split

FTMO

10 sizes·★ 4.8

$10K

$167

$170save $3

80%split

$10K

$96

$98save $2

90%split

$25K

$270

$275save $6

90%split

$25K

$270

$275save $6

80%split

$50K

$371

$379save $8

80%split

$50K

$371

$379save $8

90%split

$100K

$473

$483save $10

90%split

$100K

$582

$594save $12

80%split

$200K

$1,164

$1,188save $24

80%split

$200K

$1,164

$1,188save $24

90%split

Account Size Recommender

Answer 3 questions → get a personalized match

Experience

Risk

Budget

What's your trading experience?

This determines the recommended account size range.

Quick Budget Lookup

Enter your max budget to see affordable options:

How to Choose Your Account Size

Match the tier to your experience and budget

BEGINNER

$5K – $25K

Start small to minimize financial risk. Lower fees mean less pressure if you need multiple attempts.

Lower financial risk per attempt

Same rules as larger accounts

Ideal for strategy validation

Higher fee-to-capital ratio (1–2%)

Smaller absolute profit per trade

Pro Tip: Most successful funded traders started with a $10K–$25K challenge and scaled up after their first payout.

INTERMEDIATE

$50K – $100K

The sweet spot for most traders. Optimal fee-to-capital ratios and meaningful monthly profit potential.

Best overall value per dollar

Meaningful monthly income

Comfortable position sizing

$300–$600 upfront investment

Requires proven consistency

Pro Tip: A $100K account with 80% split can generate $800+/month at just 1% monthly returns.

ADVANCED

$150K – $300K+

Maximum capital for experienced traders. Lowest fee ratios and highest potential returns.

Lowest fee ratio (0.4–0.55%)

Maximum earning potential

Best leverage for scaling plans

$700–$1,100+ upfront cost

Requires strong trading psychology

Pro Tip: Combine a $200K account with a firm's scaling plan to access up to $2M in trading capital.

Understanding Account Sizes & Pricing in 2026

Data-driven guide to choosing the right tier

Choosing the right account size is one of the most impactful decisions in your prop trading journey. It determines your upfront cost, per-trade risk exposure, monthly profit potential, and even your psychological comfort level. Across the 10 firms in our database, account sizes range from $5,000 micro accounts to $300,000+ accounts designed for experienced traders with proven track records.

The Fee-to-Capital Ratio Rule

Always compare the fee-to-capital ratio, not the absolute fee. A $100K account at $500 costs just 0.5% of capital, while a $10K at $155 costs 1.55% — that's 3× the relative cost. Use our ROI Calculator to model your specific scenario.

Beyond the Price Tag: What Really Matters

Price alone shouldn't determine your account size choice. Consider the profit split — a $550 challenge with a 90% split generates more net income than a $400 challenge with 75%. Factor in trading rules too: some firms impose consistency rules that hit harder on larger accounts. Evaluate payout frequency — weekly payouts on a $100K account can compound much faster than monthly payouts on a $200K one.

Did You Know?

The average challenge fee across all 10 firms is approximately $368. With PropFirmScan cashback, traders save on average 2% per purchase — that's real money over multiple attempts.

For traders on a tight budget, starting with a smaller account and leveraging our exclusive discount codes plus cashback is a proven path. Many traders start at $10K–$25K, pass the evaluation, receive their first payout, and reinvest into a larger challenge. Track potential earnings across sizes with our Profit Calculator.

Multi-Account vs. Single Large Account

Should you buy one $100K account or two $50K accounts? Financially, a single $100K is typically 15–25% cheaper in total fees. But two smaller accounts offer risk diversification — if you breach one, you still have the other active. Firms like The5ers and Funded Next explicitly support multi-account strategies. Our Risk Profile Matcher can help you decide which approach fits your trading personality.

Frequently Asked Questions

7 common questions about account sizes

Most prop firms offer account sizes ranging from $5,000 to $200,000+. The most common tiers are $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, and $200K. FTMO offers accounts from $10K to $200K, while Funded Next starts as low as $6K. Some firms like Alpha Capital Group and Maven Trading also offer $5K micro accounts ideal for first-time challengers. Use our interactive matrix above to compare every available size across all 10 firms.

Challenge fees vary significantly by firm and account size. For a $100K 2-step challenge, fees range from roughly $450 to $600 across major firms. With PropFirmScan's cashback program, you save an additional percentage on every purchase — bringing the cheapest net cost to approximately $13 after cashback. Smaller $10K–$25K accounts typically cost $80–$250. Use our Account Size Recommender above to find options matching your budget and experience level.

For beginners, we recommend starting with a $10K–$25K account. The challenge rules are identical across all sizes at most firms — only your position sizing and fee change. A $10K FTMO challenge costs around $155 (before cashback), while a $100K costs $540. Starting small lets you test your strategy with minimal financial risk. Once you pass consistently, scale up to a $50K or $100K account. Compare beginner-friendly options in our trading rules comparison.

In terms of fee-to-capital ratio, yes — larger accounts are almost always better value. A $200K account at $1,100 costs just 0.55% of capital, while a $10K at $155 costs 1.55%. However, bigger isn't better if you're not psychologically prepared for the position sizes involved. A $200K account with 1:100 leverage means even 0.01 lot movements carry real weight. Our Account Size Recommender factors in your experience level to prevent over-sizing.

Yes, most firms allow multiple accounts. Running two $50K accounts costs more in total fees than one $100K account — roughly $500 vs $350 depending on the firm. The advantage of multiple accounts is risk diversification: if you breach one, you still have the other. Some firms like The5ers and Funded Next explicitly support multi-account strategies. Check each firm's copy trading and multi-account policies in our trading rules comparison.

PropFirmScan offers cashback on every challenge purchase through our verified affiliate links. For example, if a firm offers 2% cashback on a $540 challenge, you save $10.80, bringing the net cost to $529.20. Over multiple attempts or larger accounts, this compounds significantly — a trader who buys three $100K challenges saves roughly $30+ in total. See the 'Net Cost After Cashback' column in the matrix above for exact per-firm savings.

The cheapest options change frequently as firms adjust pricing and run promotions. Currently, the lowest net fee (after cashback) across all account sizes is approximately $13. Check the matrix above — the gold "Best Value" badge highlights the cheapest option for each account size tier. You can also use our deals page to find active discount codes that stack with cashback.