Elite Trader Funding vs Funded Next

Side-by-side comparison of rules, fees, payouts, and trading restrictions.

Key Differences: Funded Next has a lower entry cost starting from $59. Funded Next gives more drawdown room at 10%.
Elite Trader Funding
Funded Next
Profit Split
80%
80%
Max Drawdown
4.5%
10%
Daily Loss Limit
—
5%
Drawdown Type
Trailing
Static
Payout Frequency
Bi-weekly
Bi-weekly
Cheapest Plan
$80
$59
Min Trading Days
5
5
Challenge Types
1-Step
1-Step, 2-Step
Account Sizes
$10,000, $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $150,000, $250,000, $300,000
$6,000, $15,000, $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $200,000
News Trading
Yes
Yes
Weekend Holding
No
Yes
EAs/Bots
Yes
Yes
Refundable Fee
No
Yes
Elite Trader Funding
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Funded Next
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Choosing Between Elite Trader Funding and Funded Next

Both Elite Trader Funding and Funded Next are popular choices among prop traders, with Funded Next established since 2022. Funded Next has a lower entry cost starting from $59. Funded Next gives more drawdown room at 10%. The best choice depends on your trading style, instrument preferences, and risk tolerance.

Which is better for...

Lowest costFunded Next — Starts from $59
More drawdown roomFunded Next — 10% max drawdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elite Trader Funding or Funded Next better for prop trading?
It depends on your priorities. Funded Next has lower entry costs starting from $59. Use our comparison tool to decide based on what matters most to you.
Which has a higher profit split, Elite Trader Funding or Funded Next?
Both Elite Trader Funding and Funded Next offer a 80% profit split.
Which is cheaper, Elite Trader Funding or Funded Next?
Funded Next has a lower starting price at $59, compared to $80 at the other firm. Funded Next's fee is also refundable after your first payout.
What are the drawdown rules for Elite Trader Funding vs Funded Next?
Elite Trader Funding allows 4.5% maximum drawdown (Trailing), while Funded Next allows 10% (Static).

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