TickTick Trader vs TopStep

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

Key Differences: TickTick Trader offers a higher profit split at 100% compared to 90%. TopStep has a lower entry cost starting from $49. TickTick Trader pays out Weekly while TopStep pays out Twice monthly.
TickTick Trader
TopStep
Profit Split
100%
90%
Max Drawdown
4%
4%
Daily Loss Limit
—
2%
Drawdown Type
Trailing
Trailing
Payout Frequency
Weekly
Twice monthly
Cheapest Plan
$119
$49
Min Trading Days
3
0
Challenge Types
1-Step
1-Step
Account Sizes
$25,000, $50,000, $100,000, $150,000
$50,000, $100,000, $150,000
News Trading
Yes
Yes
Weekend Holding
No
No
EAs/Bots
Yes
No
Refundable Fee
No
No
TickTick Trader
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Choosing Between TickTick Trader and TopStep

Both TickTick Trader and TopStep are popular choices among prop traders, with TopStep established since 2012. TickTick Trader offers a higher profit split at 100% compared to 90%. TopStep has a lower entry cost starting from $49. TickTick Trader pays out Weekly while TopStep pays out Twice monthly. The best choice depends on your trading style, instrument preferences, and risk tolerance.

Which is better for...

Lowest costTopStep — Starts from $49
Highest profit splitTickTick Trader — 100% profit split
EA/bot tradersTickTick Trader — Allows Expert Advisors and automated trading

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TickTick Trader or TopStep better for prop trading?
It depends on your priorities. TickTick Trader offers a higher profit split (100% vs 90%). TopStep has lower entry costs starting from $49. Use our comparison tool to decide based on what matters most to you.
Which has a higher profit split, TickTick Trader or TopStep?
TickTick Trader offers a 100% profit split compared to 90% at the other firm. TickTick Trader also offers scaling to increase this over time.
Which is cheaper, TickTick Trader or TopStep?
TopStep has a lower starting price at $49, compared to $119 at the other firm.
What are the drawdown rules for TickTick Trader vs TopStep?
TickTick Trader allows 4% maximum drawdown (Trailing), while TopStep allows 4% (Trailing).

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