Top One Trader Nova Challenge: pricing and rules assessed (2026)
Top One Trader's Nova Challenge is a 1-step challenge available in 5 account sizes, from 25K to 300K. The 100K account is priced at $7 + $550 activation fee, with a 5% profit target, a None (3% funded) daily loss limit and a 6% maximum loss. This is a pay-after-pass structure: a modest initial fee, with the activation fee payable only upon passing.
Top One Trader Nova Challenge, 100K at a glance
Hit 5% without losing 3% in a day or 6% overall.
Visit Top One Trader*Nova Challenge: pricing by account size
| Account | Price | Target | Daily loss | Max loss | Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $7 + $165 activation fee | 5% | None (3% funded) | 6% | 90% |
| $50,000 | $7 + $275 activation fee | 5% | None (3% funded) | 6% | 90% |
| $100,000 | $7 + $550 activation fee | 5% | None (3% funded) | 6% | 90% |
| $200,000 | $7 + $880 activation fee | 5% | None (3% funded) | 6% | 90% |
| $300,000 | $7 + $1,210 activation fee | 5% | None (3% funded) | 6% | 90% |
Standard list prices excluding discount codes, verified on 14 November 2026. Firms revise pricing frequently; please confirm on the firm's website before purchase.
Principal rules
The drawdown is trailing: the loss threshold rises as the account records new highs, so a strong run followed by a weak one may result in the account being closed. No consistency rule applies; a single exceptional day will not delay a payout. No time limit applies.
Alternatives at 100K
Comparable 1-step challenges at 100K from other firms we assess, most affordable first. For reference, Nova Challenge is priced at $7 + $550 activation fee.
| Firm | Price | Target | Max loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Funding | $259 One-Phase Micro | 7% | 7% |
| Blue Guardian | $320 1 Step Nano | 10% | 6% |
| FundedElite | $369 Lite 1 Step | 12% | 6% |
| Maven Trading | $380 1-Step Challenge | 8% | 5% |
| Atmos Funded | $383 1-Step Standard | 10% | 6% |
| FXIFY | $399 Lightning | 5% | 4% |
Conclusion
It is the most affordable option at this size among the firms we assess. The firm enjoys a sound reputation (4.5 out of 5 on Trustpilot).
Questions and answers
What does Top One Trader Nova Challenge cost at 100K?
$7 + $550 activation fee. Depending on account size, pricing ranges from $7 + $165 activation fee (25K) to $7 + $1,210 activation fee (300K).
What are the target and loss limits on Nova Challenge?
The profit target is 5%. Daily loss is limited to None (3% funded) and overall loss to 6%, measured on a trailing basis.
What is the payout schedule on Nova Challenge?
Payout frequency: Every 14 days. Profit share: 90%.