Our editorial team compared every key metric — fees, rules, profit split, payouts — so you can pick the right firm.
| Feature | FunderPro Futures | Hantec Trader |
|---|---|---|
| Payout | ||
| Profit Split | 80% (up to 90%) | 90% (up to 95%) |
| First Payout | 15 | On demand |
| Payout Frequency | Daily (after 3 payout events) | 14-day (7-day with add-on) |
| Max Account Size | $150,000 | $200,000 |
Winner: Hantec Trader
In this independent head-to-head comparison of FunderPro Futures vs Hantec Trader, we break down challenge rules, pricing, profit splits, and payout conditions to help you decide which prop firm is the better fit for your trading style.
FunderPro Futures: Futures. Daily Pause (Not a Stop). EOD Trailing DD Locks at Starting Balance.
Hantec Trader: Hantec Group (35+ Years). 90-95% Split All Programs. 24h Payout Guarantee.
Based on our independent scoring methodology, Hantec Trader scores 8.7/10 overall — but the best choice depends on your specific needs. Read the full comparison below.
BestProp Score: FunderPro Futures scores 7.2/10 vs Hantec Trader at 8.7/10.
Minimum Fee: FunderPro Futures starts from $79/mo; Hantec Trader starts from $17. Hantec Trader is cheaper at entry level.
Profit Split: FunderPro Futures offers 80% (up to 90%); Hantec Trader offers 90% (up to 95%). Hantec Trader has the higher split.
Platforms: FunderPro Futures supports Futures trading platforms (confirm with support); Hantec Trader is on MT4, MT5.
Tradeable Markets: FunderPro Futures covers US Futures: ES, MES (S&P 500), and other CME products; Hantec Trader offers Forex, Metals, Indices, Crypto.
Challenge fees are typically the biggest factor when choosing a prop firm. Here is how FunderPro Futures and Hantec Trader compare on pricing.
FunderPro Futures challenge fees start from $79/mo. The firm has operated since 2023.
Hantec Trader challenge fees start from $17.
On entry-level pricing, Hantec Trader offers a lower starting fee — an important factor if you are testing with a smaller account first.
FunderPro Futures profit split: 80% (up to 90%). Hantec Trader profit split: 90% (up to 95%). Hantec Trader delivers the higher cut to traders.
Payout frequency: FunderPro Futures pays Daily (after 3 payout events); Hantec Trader pays 14-day (7-day with add-on). Faster payouts are better for cash flow management.
Here is our full independent review of FunderPro Futures:
FunderPro Futures is operated by FunderPro Ltd (company number C 104558), registered in Malta and headquartered at Cali House, Level 3, San Gwann, SGN 9020, Malta. CEO Gary Mullen founded the firm in January 2023. FunderPro Futures is a futures-only evaluation platform focused on US futures contracts (primarily ES and MES), using a monthly subscription model rather than one-time challenge fees.
Critical trust notice: In January 2026, Trustpilot placed a consumer warning label on FunderPro’s profile after detecting two conflicting patterns simultaneously: a wave of 1-star reviews from unverifiable accounts, and a surge of unsolicited 5-star reviews exhibiting bot-like characteristics. The firm’s overall score sits at approximately 3.9/5 from 1,500+ reviews, with roughly 30% being 1-star. The 1-star count has climbed steadily since late 2025, with many reviews describing the same complaint: payout denied citing IP address overlap or lot-size inconsistency. BestProp strongly recommends independent research before purchasing any FunderPro Futures account.
FunderPro Futures charges a recurring monthly fee rather than a one-time challenge payment. Three account sizes are available, all with a free activation (no activation fee):
Monthly fees continue until the trader passes to funded status. Factor in that a multi-month evaluation path multiplies the total cost significantly.
Daily Pause (not a daily stop): When daily losses reach 2% of account size ($1,000 on $50K), all positions close automatically and trading is suspended until 16:05 CT the following trading day. This is a pause, not an account termination – the challenge continues the next day. This is meaningfully more forgiving than traditional daily drawdown rules that can end accounts permanently.
Maximum Drawdown (EOD trailing): The drawdown threshold trails based on end-of-day balance until it reaches the starting account balance. At that point it locks permanently at the starting balance. In practice: as long as you are net negative from start, the drawdown limit floats below you. Once you reach net profitability, the floor locks at the starting balance and your downside risk is capped to your original capital – you can never owe back more than what you started with.
Consistency Rule: Daily profit cannot exceed 40% of the total profit target during evaluation, or 50% during the funded phase. Excess daily profit is deferred to the following day’s target. This prevents one-day outliers from passing the challenge and encourages disciplined multi-day trading.
FunderPro Futures supports standard futures trading platforms (specific names not published on the main site – confirm with support before purchasing). Instruments: US futures contracts including ES (S&P 500 e-mini), MES (Micro ES), and other CME-listed products. Maximum allocation: $200,000 across funded accounts.
FunderPro Futures earns a 5.8 BestProp score. The Daily Pause mechanism (suspend for the day rather than terminate the account) and the EOD trailing drawdown that locks at starting balance are genuinely trader-friendly structural innovations. Unlimited resets and 5 simultaneous funded accounts add flexibility. The Malta registration is a solid EU jurisdiction.
The Trustpilot consumer warning label is a serious concern that BestProp cannot overlook. Combined with a 30% 1-star rate, a climbing negative review count, and recurring payout denial complaints, the independent trust signals are weak. The monthly subscription model means a slow evaluation multiplies cost significantly. The 10.14% pass rate is below-average. BestProp recommends approaching FunderPro Futures with caution and verifying current payout practices through third-party communities before purchasing.
Here is our full independent review of Hantec Trader:
Hantec Trader is operated by Hantec Trader Limited (Company No. C191400), incorporated in Mauritius and backed by the Hantec Group — a financial services organisation with 35+ years of trading history. UK-based support services are provided by HM Provider Limited (Company No. 14429485). The prop trading platform is accessible via htrader.hmarkets.com and offers six distinct challenge programs ranging from a 24-hour speedrun to a patient 3-step endurance track. Hantec Trader is an official UFC partner in the APAC region. All accounts operate on MT4 and MT5 with real-time market data from institutional liquidity providers.
The firm offers one of the highest standard profit splits in the industry: 90-95% across all programs. A 24-hour payout guarantee backs every withdrawal — if processing exceeds 24 business hours, the firm doubles the reward up to $1,000.
Instant24 ($13-$299 for $2K-$100K): The fastest path — complete within 24 hours of first trade. No profit target. Daily loss: 2%. Max loss: 3% trailing. 80-95% split. No weekend holding. A 15% trade consistency requirement applies. Restricted to non-UK, non-Mauritius, non-HK, non-Singapore residents.
Express 1-Step ($39-$999 for $2K-$200K): Single phase, 10% profit target. Daily loss: 5%. Max loss: 6% trailing (balance-based). 90-95% split. News trading and weekend holding both permitted. No consistency requirement. First payout on demand; 14-day cycle thereafter (7-day with add-on).
Enhanced 2-Step ($59-$1,169 for $5K-$200K): Phase 1: 8% target. Phase 2: 4% target. Daily loss: 4%. Max loss: 8% static. 90-95% split. News trading and weekend holding permitted. Consistency requirement applies. First payout on demand.
EnhancedX 2-Step ($59-$1,169 for $5K-$200K): Phase 1: 10% target. Phase 2: 5% target. Daily loss: 5%. Max loss: 10% static. 90-95% split. News trading and weekend holding permitted. No consistency requirement — the most permissive of the evaluation programs. First payout on demand.
Endurance 3-Step ($29-$499 for $5K-$200K — coming soon): Three phases at 6% profit each. Daily loss: 4%. Max loss: 8% static. Up to 95% split. Minimum 3 trading days per stage. Weekend holding permitted. Lowest fee entry point at $29 for a $5K account. No consistency requirement.
Instant Lite ($19-$699 for $1K-$100K): No profit target, no evaluation period. Daily loss: 3%. Max loss: 5% trailing. 90-95% split. Consistency required. News trading and weekend holding not permitted on this track.
Instant Funding ($19-$1,069 for $1K-$50K): Immediate funded access, no evaluation. Daily loss: 6%. Max loss: 6% trailing (daily + total identical). 90-95% split. News and weekend holds not permitted.
Hantec Trader’s 24-hour payout guarantee is one of the stronger commitments in the industry: if a withdrawal request is not approved within 24 business hours, the firm doubles the reward amount up to a $1,000 bonus. This is a meaningful accountability mechanism backed by a 35-year-old parent group.
Traders who pass the initial evaluation scale to the next account tier at no extra cost, up to a maximum of $200,000.
Platforms: MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Instruments: Forex, Metals, Indices, Cryptocurrencies. Tight institutional spreads. EA policy: not explicitly restricted in published rules — confirm with support. News trading: permitted on Express, Enhanced, EnhancedX; prohibited on Instant Lite and Instant Funding.
Restricted jurisdictions (varies by program): USA (all programs), UK, Mauritius, Hong Kong, Singapore (Instant programs). Additional regional restrictions apply — verify at checkout.
Hantec Trader earns a 7.7 BestProp score. The Hantec Group’s 35-year institutional background provides genuine credibility, the 90-95% profit split across all programs is among the highest standard splits in the prop firm industry, and the 24-hour payout guarantee with a doubling penalty is a strong accountability commitment. Six program types including the unique 24-hour Instant24 and the affordable Endurance 3-Step give traders meaningful structural choice. MT4/MT5 compatibility serves the broadest possible trader base.
The main considerations: USA residents are excluded from all programs, Instant programs restrict news trading and weekend holding, and no public Trustpilot score is confirmed. The parent group Hantec Markets adds reputational weight that most standalone prop firms cannot match. Traders willing to work within the restricted-country list and instrument set (Forex, Metals, Indices, Crypto only) will find one of the most structurally generous programs available.
Overall, our independent scoring gives Hantec Trader the edge in this 2026 comparison. However, both firms have their merits. If FunderPro Futures better matches your specific trading style, instruments, or preferred platform, it may still be the right choice for you.
Use our comparison table above and review the challenge fees at both firms before making your final decision. Both offer risk-free evaluation programs — the challenge fee is the only money at risk.
Based on our independent scoring, Hantec Trader scores higher overall (8.7/10). The best choice depends on your trading style, preferred instruments, and account size.
Hantec Trader offers a lower entry-level challenge fee. However, always compare the full account sizes you plan to trade before deciding purely on price.
Hantec Trader offers the higher profit split. FunderPro Futures: 80% (up to 90%). Hantec Trader: 90% (up to 95%).
EA policies: FunderPro Futures — check the review. Hantec Trader — check the review. Always verify the latest policy directly with the firm.
News trading: FunderPro Futures — check the review. Hantec Trader — check the review.
Read the full FunderPro Futures review → · Read the full Hantec Trader review →
Based on our scoring methodology, Hantec Trader edges ahead in this comparison. However, the best choice depends on your trading style, preferred platform and account size. Read the full breakdown above for a detailed verdict.
FunderPro Futures offers 80% (up to 90%) profit split, while Hantec Trader offers 90% (up to 95%) profit split. Check each firm's current terms as these can change.
Check our offers page for the latest verified deals on both firms.
FunderPro Futures processes first payouts in 15 day(s), while Hantec Trader takes approximately On demand day(s). Always verify current payout timelines on the firm's website.
Neither FunderPro Futures nor Hantec Trader are regulated in the traditional financial sense — prop firms operate as private companies providing traders access to simulated or real capital. Always read the terms and conditions carefully before participating in any prop challenge.
