Elite Trader Funding vs Goat Funded Trader

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

Key Differences: Goat Funded Trader has a lower entry cost starting from $48. Goat Funded Trader gives more drawdown room at 10%.
Elite Trader Funding
Goat Funded Trader
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
$48
Min Trading Days
5
3
Challenge Types
1-Step
1-Step, 2-Step
Account Sizes
$10,000, $25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $150,000, $250,000, $300,000
$8,000, $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
No
Elite Trader Funding
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Goat Funded Trader
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Choosing Between Elite Trader Funding and Goat Funded Trader

Both Elite Trader Funding and Goat Funded Trader are popular choices among prop traders, with Elite Trader Funding established since 2022. Goat Funded Trader has a lower entry cost starting from $48. Goat Funded Trader gives more drawdown room at 10%. The best choice depends on your trading style, instrument preferences, and risk tolerance.

Which is better for...

Lowest costGoat Funded Trader — Starts from $48
More drawdown roomGoat Funded Trader — 10% max drawdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elite Trader Funding or Goat Funded Trader better for prop trading?
It depends on your priorities. Goat Funded Trader has lower entry costs starting from $48. Use our comparison tool to decide based on what matters most to you.
Which has a higher profit split, Elite Trader Funding or Goat Funded Trader?
Both Elite Trader Funding and Goat Funded Trader offer a 80% profit split.
Which is cheaper, Elite Trader Funding or Goat Funded Trader?
Goat Funded Trader has a lower starting price at $48, compared to $80 at the other firm.
What are the drawdown rules for Elite Trader Funding vs Goat Funded Trader?
Elite Trader Funding allows 4.5% maximum drawdown (Trailing), while Goat Funded Trader allows 10% (Static).

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