Futures prop-firm rules, side by side.
Automation rules, profit split, drawdown type, payout speed, scaling and account tiers for the major futures funding programs. Connect your bot and ElevateMind tracks these limits live — so you see a halt coming before it hits.
Last updated 2026-05-31 · 10 firms · Forex/CFD coming
Topstep
Automation generally allowed on funded accounts; discretionary-style rules apply during the Trading Combine.
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $49 | $1,000 | $2,000 | $3,000 | 5 |
| $100,000 | $99 | $2,000 | $3,000 | $6,000 | 10 |
| $150,000 | $149 | $3,000 | $4,500 | $9,000 | 15 |
Established, strong reputation for futures.
Apex Trader Funding
Automated and copy trading allowed; no HFT/latency-arbitrage abuse. Frequent discounts on eval fees.
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $167 | — | $2,500 | $3,000 | 10 |
| $100,000 | $207 | — | $3,000 | $6,000 | 14 |
| $150,000 | $297 | — | $5,000 | $9,000 | 17 |
Very popular for futures; stricter trailing limits.
MyFundedFutures
Manual, semi-auto and fully automated strategies allowed across CME products.
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $80 | $1,200 | $2,000 | $3,000 | 5 |
| $100,000 | $150 | $2,200 | $3,000 | $6,000 | 10 |
| $150,000 | $220 | $3,300 | $4,500 | $9,000 | 15 |
Algo-friendly across CME; flexible plan range.
Funded Futures Network
Automation and copy trading allowed (copy across up to 5 accounts per published rules).
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $165 | $1,100 | $2,000 | $4,000 | 5 |
| $100,000 | $265 | $2,200 | $3,000 | $6,000 | 10 |
| $150,000 | $375 | $3,300 | $4,500 | $9,000 | 15 |
Rithmic-based; copy trading allowed (Art. 7.1).
Take Profit Trader
Automation allowed with restrictions; check current rules for the funded (PRO) stage.
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $150 | $1,100 | $2,000 | $3,000 | 5 |
| $100,000 | $200 | $2,200 | $3,000 | $6,000 | 10 |
Simple 1-step model.
Tradeify
Automated trading supported; EOD trailing drawdown on several plans.
| Account | Eval / mo | Daily loss | Trailing DD | Target | Max contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $99 | $1,100 | $2,000 | $3,000 | 5 |
| $100,000 | $159 | $2,200 | $3,000 | $6,000 | 10 |
Instant-funding options available.
FundedNext Futures
Futures program supports automation; rules vary by model — verify before evaluating.
Multiple account sizes & models — verify on site.
One of the largest by payout volume; fast payouts.
The5ers
Futures programs alongside their forex line; confirm automation rules per program.
Multiple programs & sizes — verify on site.
Strong for long-term scaling.
Lucid Trading
Futures-focused; verify automation rules for your plan.
Account sizes — verify on site.
Futures-focused funding.
Goat Funded Trader
Automation allowed per plan; Rithmic-based futures funding.
Account sizes — verify on site.
Rithmic-based futures funding.
Figures are indicative and change frequently. Always confirm the current rules on the firm’s own site before evaluating. ElevateMind is not affiliated with any prop firm and earns no commission.