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Browse by Location
Find prop firms based on your country's regulations and legal framework.
Did You Know?
Over 75% of prop firm traders choose between just 3 platforms: MT4, MT5, and cTrader. However, newer platforms like TradingView are growing rapidly — offering cloud-based access without software installation. The right platform can significantly impact your pass rates.
Discover the Right Prop Firm for Your Trading Style
Choosing the right prop trading firm is one of the most important decisions you'll make as a funded trader in 2026. With 10+ firms offering different challenge structures, profit splits ranging from 70% to 95%, and varied trading conditions, navigating the landscape can feel overwhelming. That's why we built the PropFirmScan directory — a comprehensive, independently verified database of prop firms organized by the criteria that matter most to traders.
Browse by What Matters to You
Start by identifying your primary decision factor. If regulatory protection matters most, browse by location to find firms operating under your jurisdiction's oversight. If you're committed to a specific trading platform like MT5 or cTrader, filter by platform to ensure compatibility. Challenge type matters for your timeline — 1-step challenges get you funded in as little as 1-2 weeks, while 2-step evaluations typically have more forgiving targets per phase.
Every firm in our directory is eligible for our 2% cashback program. On a $500 challenge fee, that's $10 back — and it stacks with discount codes. Use our Challenge Cost Calculator to see exact savings. Our ROI Calculator helps you model potential returns before committing capital.
Pro Tip
Traders who use our comparison tool before purchasing a challenge report 40% higher satisfaction with their firm choice. Comparing at least 3 firms on profit splits, rules, and payouts is the minimum due diligence.
Common questions about finding and choosing prop firms
1-step challenges require hitting the profit target in a single phase, making them faster but often with stricter drawdown limits. 2-step evaluations split the target across two phases with more forgiving rules per phase. If you're confident in quick performance, 1-step saves time. If you prefer a steadier evaluation, 2-step is safer. Compare both on our 1-step and 2-step pages.
Yes — some firms restrict traders from specific countries due to regulatory or payment processing limitations. For example, traders in the US have fewer options than those in the UK or Germany. Use our location-specific pages to see which firms accept traders from your country and any local considerations.
It depends on your trading style. MT4 is best for EA/algo traders with a massive library of Expert Advisors. MT5 offers multi-asset trading and improved charting. cTrader provides superior order management and fast execution. TradingView is ideal for cloud-based chart analysis. Browse by platform to find compatible firms.
Many firms allow Expert Advisors, but policies vary widely. Some firms like FTMO permit EAs with restrictions on high-frequency strategies, while others fully embrace algorithmic trading. Check our EA-allowed firms comparison to find the best match for your automated setup.
Base profit splits typically range from 70% to 80%, with scaling plans pushing splits up to 90-95% at top firms. The industry average base split is approximately 80%. Firms like Funding Pips offer up to 95% max split, while others start higher at 85% base. See our full profit split comparison for details.
Every firm listed undergoes our multi-point vetting process. We verify company registration, check payout proof and trader testimonials, analyze Trustpilot reviews, and test platform execution quality. Firms that fail our standards are flagged with red flags or removed entirely.
Challenge fees vary by account size and firm. For a $100K account, fees range from approximately $400 to $600 across major firms. Combining our 2% cashback with active discount codes can save $10-25+ per challenge. Use our Challenge Cost Calculator to compare net costs.
The fastest firms process payouts within 1-3 business days after your first eligible cycle (typically 14-30 days from funded). Some firms like FTMO process crypto payouts same-day. See our payout speed leaderboard for real processing times across all firms.