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Blue Guardian vs FundedElite: which prop firm is preferable? (2026)
Blue Guardian and FundedElite are assessed on identical data: published pricing, published rules and Trustpilot ratings. The full comparison and our conclusion follow.
Detailed comparison
| Blue Guardian | FundedElite | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 7.5/10 | 7.2/10 |
| Trustpilot | 4.0 | 4.3 |
| Profit split | 85% | 80% |
| Max leverage | up to 1:100 | up to 1:100 |
| 100K challenge from | $239 (2 Step Nano) | $299 (Lite 2 Step) |
| Programs | 7 | 8 |
| Platforms | MT5, Match-Trader, TradeLocker | MT5, Match-Trader |
| Payouts via | Rise, Bank Transfer, Crypto | Crypto, Bank Transfer, PayPal |
| News trading | Restricted | Allowed |
| Weekend holding | Allowed | Allowed |
| Expert advisors (EAs) | – | Restricted |
| Hedging | Allowed | Allowed |
| Scalping | Restricted | Restricted |
| Copy trading | Allowed | Restricted |
| Martingale | Restricted | Allowed |
Conclusion
On our assessment, Blue Guardian (7.5) ranks above FundedElite (7.2).
Blue Guardian offers the more affordable 100K challenge ($239); the most affordable at FundedElite is $299.
Customers rate FundedElite more highly: 4.3 out of 5 on Trustpilot, compared with 4.0.
FundedElite permits a broader range of strategies, including news trading, EAs and weekend holding.
- Blue Guardian is the better choice if you prioritise a more affordable challenge, a higher profit share, the TradeLocker platform.
- FundedElite is the better choice if you prioritise stronger customer feedback, a wider selection of programmes.
Overview of both firms
Blue Guardian
Blue Guardian offers instant funding together with 1-Step and 2-Step challenges between $5,000 and $400,000, with economical Nano versions reducing the entry cost. Funded traders retain 85% of profits as standard, or 90% with an add-on.
FundedElite
FundedElite offers 1- and 2-Step challenges (including Lite versions and a free-retry option), instant accounts and Flash Activation from $5. Trading takes place on MT5 or Match-Trader.
Questions and answers
Which is preferable, Blue Guardian or FundedElite?
On our assessment, Blue Guardian (7.5) ranks above FundedElite (7.2).
Which is more affordable, Blue Guardian or FundedElite?
Blue Guardian offers the more affordable 100K challenge ($239); the most affordable at FundedElite is $299.
May I hold accounts with Blue Guardian and FundedElite simultaneously?
Yes. Purchasing challenges from several firms is permitted. What virtually every firm prohibits is copying trades between different individuals' accounts or hedging positions across firms.