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FundedElite vs FTMO: which prop firm is preferable? (2026)
FundedElite and FTMO are assessed on identical data: published pricing, published rules and Trustpilot ratings. The full comparison and our conclusion follow.
Detailed comparison
| FundedElite | FTMO | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 7.2/10 | 7.0/10 |
| Trustpilot | 4.3 | 4.8 |
| Profit split | 80% | 90% |
| Max leverage | up to 1:100 | up to 1:100 |
| 100K challenge from | $299 (Lite 2 Step) | €499 (1-Step Standard) |
| Programs | 8 | 3 |
| Platforms | MT5, Match-Trader | MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView |
| Payouts via | Crypto, Bank Transfer, PayPal | Bank Transfer, Crypto |
| News trading | Allowed | Restricted |
| Weekend holding | Allowed | Restricted |
| Expert advisors (EAs) | Restricted | Allowed |
| Hedging | Allowed | Allowed |
| Scalping | Restricted | Allowed |
| Copy trading | Restricted | Not allowed |
| Martingale | Allowed | Restricted |
Conclusion
On our assessment, FundedElite (7.2) ranks above FTMO (7.0).
FundedElite offers the more affordable 100K challenge ($299); the most affordable at FTMO is €499.
Customers rate FTMO more highly: 4.8 out of 5 on Trustpilot, compared with 4.3.
FundedElite permits a broader range of strategies, including news trading, EAs and weekend holding.
- FundedElite is the better choice if you prioritise a more affordable challenge, a wider selection of programmes, the Match-Trader platform.
- FTMO is the better choice if you prioritise stronger customer feedback, a higher profit share, the MT4, TradingView platform.
Overview of both firms
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.
FTMO
Headquartered in Prague, FTMO ranks among Europe's most established prop firms. Traders may select a 2-Step or 1-Step challenge on accounts between $10,000 and $200,000; on the 2-Step, the fee is refunded with the first payout. FTMO is widely regarded as the industry reference point.
Questions and answers
Which is preferable, FundedElite or FTMO?
On our assessment, FundedElite (7.2) ranks above FTMO (7.0).
Which is more affordable, FundedElite or FTMO?
FundedElite offers the more affordable 100K challenge ($299); the most affordable at FTMO is €499.
May I hold accounts with FundedElite and FTMO 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.