Leading prop firms for beginners (2026)
Three considerations matter most for a first challenge: a price you could afford twice, a sound reputation and rules that are straightforward to follow. This ranking applies precisely those filters.
Ranking (12 firms)
| # | Firm | Score | 100K challenge from | Profit split | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Blue Guardian | 7.5/10 | $239 2 Step Nano | 85% | Visit firm* |
| 2 |  FXIFY | 7.3/10 | $399 Lightning | 90% | Visit firm* |
| 3 |  FundedElite | 7.2/10 | $299 Lite 2 Step | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 4 |  Lark Funding | 7.2/10 | $370 3-Step Evaluation | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 5 |  Maven Trading | 7.2/10 | $299 3-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 6 |  FTMO | 7.0/10 | €499 1-Step Standard | 90% | Visit firm* |
| 7 |  The5ers | 6.7/10 | $405 High Stakes New | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 8 |  Funding Traders | 6.6/10 | $459 2-Step Pro6 | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 9 |  City Traders Imperium | 6.5/10 | $449 1-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 10 |  SpiceProp | 6.4/10 | €499 Sweet Pepper | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 11 |  Orion Funded | 6.3/10 | $409 Orion Select | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 12 |  Funded Trading Plus | 6.2/10 | $549 2-Step Classic | 80% | Visit firm* |
Standard list prices excluding discount codes, verified on 14 November 2026. Firms revise pricing frequently; please confirm on the firm's website before purchase.
Our three leading choices
- Blue Guardian – 85% share as standard
- FXIFY – Extensive choice of programmes and account sizes
- FundedElite – News trading, hedging, martingale and grid permitted
Selection criteria
Firms rated at least 4.0 on Trustpilot with a 100K challenge at $600 or less are included.
Ordered by overall rating.
Questions and answers
Which prop firm is most suitable for beginners?
12 firms satisfy the criteria. The highest rated are Blue Guardian, FXIFY, FundedElite.