Our independent scoring methodology, based on real challenge rules, payout data and trader reputation.
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We analyse profit targets, drawdown limits (daily and total), time restrictions, minimum trading days, leverage, and allowed strategies (EA bots, news trading, weekend holding). Firms with more flexible rules score higher.
We evaluate profit split percentage (and max achievable split), payout frequency, first payout timeline, and whether scaling plans are available. Faster, higher payouts win.
Challenge fees are benchmarked against the account size offered. We check whether fees are refundable, how discount codes affect value, and how pricing compares across account tiers.
We weight Trustpilot ratings, trader community sentiment, how long the firm has operated, total capital paid out to traders, and regulatory/transparency factors.