Prop firms
Generate profit by trading external capital.
Darwinex Zero
Darwinex Zero is a proprietary trading firm that allows traders to access capital without the need for an upfront evaluation challenge. It provides a unique model where traders can build a track record and attract capital from investors, earning performance fees.
How Darwinex Zero Works
- Subscription-Based Model – Traders pay a monthly fee instead of an evaluation challenge.
- DARWIN Asset Creation – Traders’ strategies are converted into investable assets (DARWINs).
- Investor Capital – Profitable strategies attract external investors.
- Performance Fees – Traders earn 15% of the profits generated for investors.
- Risk Management – The firm applies proprietary risk controls to protect investors.
FundedNext
How FundedNext Works
- Choose a Funding Program – Traders can select from multiple models, such as Stellar 1-Step, Stellar 2-Step, Evaluation, Express, or Instant Funding, with account sizes ranging from $6,000 to $200,000.
- Pass the Challenge (if required) – Evaluation models require traders to meet profit targets (e.g., 10% for 1-Step, 8% and 5% for 2-Step) while adhering to risk limits like 3%-5% daily loss and 6%-10% overall drawdown.
- Receive a Funded Account – Upon passing the challenge or opting for instant funding, traders gain access to a funded account to trade in a simulated environment.
- Scale Up Capital – Successful traders can scale their accounts up to $4 million by achieving consistent profitability, with account growth possible within 14 days for some programs.
- Profit Split – Traders keep 60%-95% of their profits, with a 15% profit share available during the challenge phase and up to 95% on funded accounts.
The5ers
The5ers is a proprietary trading firm that funds traders with capital after they pass an evaluation phase. It offers different funding models, including instant funding and growth programs, making it a flexible option for traders looking to scale their accounts.
How The5ers Works
- Choose a Funding Program – Traders select from various models, including an evaluation or instant funding.
- Pass the Challenge (if required) – Some programs require traders to hit profit targets while maintaining risk limits.
- Receive a Funded Account – Once qualified, traders get access to a funded account with profit-sharing.
- Scale Up Capital – Profitable traders can increase their capital through the firm’s scaling plans.
- Profit Split – Traders typically keep 50-90% of their profits.
FTMO
FTMO is one of the most popular proprietary trading firms, offering traders access to significant capital after passing an evaluation challenge. It provides a structured approach for traders to prove their skills while maintaining strict risk management rules.
How FTMO Works
- FTMO Challenge – Traders must pass a trading challenge by reaching a profit target without exceeding drawdown limits.
- Verification Phase – A second stage to confirm consistency and risk management.
- Funded Account – After passing, traders receive an FTMO-funded account.
- Profit Split – Traders can keep up to 90% of their profits.
- Scaling Plan – Profitable traders can grow their accounts up to $2 million.