Our editorial team compared every key metric — fees, rules, profit split, payouts — so you can pick the right firm.
| Feature | Fintokei | FuturesElite |
|---|---|---|
| Payout | ||
| Profit Split | 80% → 100% | 90% (100% on first $10K per account) |
| First Payout | — | - |
| Payout Frequency | On-demand (avg 3h 4m) | Bi-weekly / On-demand |
| Max Account Size | $400,000 | $250,000 |
In this independent head-to-head comparison of Fintokei vs FuturesElite, 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.
Fintokei: 3-Hour Payouts. TradingView Platform. €4M Scaling.
FuturesElite: EOD Drawdown. 8 Platforms. First $10K at 100%. Up to 20 Accounts.
Based on our independent scoring methodology, Fintokei scores 9.3/10 overall — but the best choice depends on your specific needs. Read the full comparison below.
BestProp Score: Fintokei scores 9.3/10 vs FuturesElite at 8.2/10.
Minimum Fee: Fintokei starts from $44; FuturesElite starts from $125/mo. Fintokei is cheaper at entry level.
Profit Split: Fintokei offers 80% → 100%; FuturesElite offers 90% (100% on first $10K per account). FuturesElite has the higher split.
Platforms: Fintokei supports TradingView, MT5, cTrader; FuturesElite is on NinjaTrader 8, Tradovate, ProjectX, Quantower, ATAS, Volumetrica, DeepDom, DeepCharts.
Tradeable Markets: Fintokei covers Forex, Metals, Energy, Indices; FuturesElite offers Futures: ES, NQ, CL, GC, Bonds (CME, CBOT, COMEX, NYMEX).
Challenge fees are typically the biggest factor when choosing a prop firm. Here is how Fintokei and FuturesElite compare on pricing.
Fintokei challenge fees start from $44. The firm has operated since 2023.
FuturesElite challenge fees start from $125/mo. The firm has operated since 2023. Total payouts to date: $3,000,000+.
On entry-level pricing, Fintokei offers a lower starting fee — an important factor if you are testing with a smaller account first.
Fintokei profit split: 80% → 100%. FuturesElite profit split: 90% (100% on first $10K per account). FuturesElite delivers the higher cut to traders.
Payout frequency: Fintokei pays On-demand (avg 3h 4m); FuturesElite pays Bi-weekly / On-demand. Faster payouts are better for cash flow management.
Here is our full independent review of Fintokei:
Fintokei is the prop trading product of Purple, a Czech fintech group with roots going back to 2011. The platform itself launched in 2023 under CEO David Varga and has rapidly built a reputation for two things: industry-leading payout speed (3 hours 4 minutes average) and genuine program diversity — four distinct evaluation paths covering beginners through professional traders.
Headquartered in Brno, Czech Republic, Fintokei is EU-based and positions itself as a transparent, education-first firm. Up to three free trial accounts are available before any purchase, and all programs come with a built-in loyalty program for active traders.
Fintokei suits a wide range of traders thanks to its four-program structure. The StartTrader 3-step path with 2%/3%/6% incremental targets is genuinely designed for traders still building consistency — not just labelled as a beginner product. The SwiftTrader 100% profit split with no phase 2 target is one of the most competitive single-step offers available for experienced traders. ProTrader’s $400,000 maximum account size and €4M scaling ceiling attract serious full-time traders.
Note: Fintokei covers forex, metals, energies, and indices but does not currently offer crypto or stock CFDs on its own platform. Traders who need crypto exposure should look at crypto-specific prop firms.
Four evaluation paths:
Fintokei supports three platforms — a notably different combination from most competitors:
Tradable instruments: forex pairs, CFD metals, CFD energies, CFD indices. Zero commission on oil and indices. Max risk per trade: 3% across all programs.
Fintokei earns an 8.4 BestProp score. The 3-hour payout average is the fastest we have seen. The TradingView platform integration is unique in the prop firm space. The SwiftTrader 100% profit split and the €4M scaling ceiling are both class-leading features. The EU foundation and Purple fintech group backing provide credibility that many standalone prop firms lack.
The trade-offs: no crypto or stocks, StartTrader’s 50% starting split is low, and the 180-day maximum time limit on StartTrader adds pressure for beginners. For forex and commodities traders who prioritise payout speed, platform quality, and high scaling ceilings, Fintokei is one of the strongest offerings in the 2026 prop firm landscape.
Here is our full independent review of FuturesElite:
FuturesElite is operated by Quantum SRL (registration number 03095010595), headquartered in Latina, Italy. CEO Christian Habibi founded the firm in 2023 with a focus exclusively on futures trading across CME, CBOT, COMEX, and NYMEX markets. With a 4.7/5 Trustpilot rating and $3M+ in total payouts, the firm is establishing a track record in the futures prop space, though it remains younger and smaller than the longest-standing futures prop firms.
FuturesElite differentiates itself through an unusually wide platform selection – six trading platforms plus two order-routing back-ends – and the ability to run up to 20 simultaneous funded accounts. All accounts are simulated trading environments.
FuturesElite offers four account types: Evaluation, Elite (funded), Prime, and Instant. The primary path is a 1-Step Evaluation leading to Elite funded status.
1-Step Evaluation (monthly subscription): A single evaluation phase with a dollar-based profit target and End-of-Day (EOD) drawdown calculation. Fees are monthly – the evaluation runs until the target is hit, with no time limit. Specific per-size pricing:
Elite Funded Account: After passing the evaluation, traders are upgraded within seconds (Instant Upgrades). No daily loss limit once funded. 30% consistency rule applies to payouts. First $10,000 in profits per account is paid at 100% split; thereafter 90%. Payout cap of $2,000 per cycle on $50K accounts.
Instant Account: Skip the evaluation, trade funded immediately. Zero activation fee. Terms align with Elite funded account rules.
Prime Account: Higher-capital option available via bundles (e.g., 10 x $150K accounts = $1.5M total capital; 10th account provided free). Contact support for individual Prime account terms.
FuturesElite calculates drawdown at end-of-day (market close) rather than in real time. This means intraday wicks, volatility spikes, and brief unrealized drawdowns during open positions do not trigger account breaches. Only the closing balance is evaluated against the drawdown threshold. This is a meaningful advantage for futures traders who hold through volatile intraday moves – instruments like NQ and CL regularly see $1,000+ point intraday swings that would close accounts under real-time drawdown rules.
FuturesElite supports one of the widest platform selections in the futures prop space:
Instruments: ES (S&P 500 futures), NQ (Nasdaq-100), CL (Crude Oil), GC (Gold), Treasury Bonds, and other listed CME/CBOT/COMEX/NYMEX products.
Up to 20 simultaneous accounts permitted, with trade copier support between them. Bundle pricing is available: 5 x $50K Elite accounts for $250K total capital, and 10 x $150K Prime accounts for $1.5M total capital (10th account free). This allows serious futures traders to scale capital significantly beyond the per-account maximum.
FuturesElite earns a 7.0 BestProp score. The EOD drawdown calculation is a genuine edge for futures traders, the platform selection (NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Quantower, ATAS, ProjectX and more) is the broadest in the prop space, the first $10K at 100% split is a real bonus, and 20 simultaneous accounts with copier support enables meaningful capital scaling. The 4.7/5 Trustpilot rating is strong for a 2023 firm.
The main constraints: $3M+ total payouts is modest relative to older firms, the monthly subscription model means ongoing costs if the evaluation takes time, the $2,000 payout cap per cycle on $50K accounts is restrictive for consistent traders, and the 30% consistency rule adds a behavioral filter on withdrawals. FuturesElite is best suited to experienced futures traders who want platform flexibility and the EOD drawdown protection, and who plan to scale via multiple accounts.
Overall, our independent scoring gives Fintokei the edge in this 2026 comparison. However, both firms have their merits. If FuturesElite 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, Fintokei scores higher overall (9.3/10). The best choice depends on your trading style, preferred instruments, and account size.
Fintokei offers a lower entry-level challenge fee. However, always compare the full account sizes you plan to trade before deciding purely on price.
FuturesElite offers the higher profit split. Fintokei: 80% → 100%. FuturesElite: 90% (100% on first $10K per account).
EA policies: Fintokei — check the review. FuturesElite — check the review. Always verify the latest policy directly with the firm.
News trading: Fintokei — check the review. FuturesElite — check the review.
Read the full Fintokei review → · Read the full FuturesElite review →
Based on our scoring methodology, Fintokei 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.
Fintokei offers 80% → 100% profit split, while FuturesElite offers 90% (100% on first $10K per account) profit split. Check each firm's current terms as these can change.
Check our offers page for the latest verified deals on both firms.
Fintokei processes first payouts in a variable timeframe, while FuturesElite takes approximately - day(s). Always verify current payout timelines on the firm's website.
Neither Fintokei nor FuturesElite 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.
