Topstep vs Phidias PropFirm
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the best prop trading firm in 2026.
Price From
$49
$116
Profit Split
Up to 90%
Up to 80%
Max Drawdown
4%
EOD Trailing
Category
Futures
Futures
Editor Score
4.6/5
4/5
Topstep
Pros
- Industry pioneer since 2012
- 90% profit split
- Pass in as little as 2 days
- NFA registered member
- Payout up to $6,000
- Proprietary TopstepX platform
- Real futures trading
Cons
- $149 activation fee after passing
- Futures only - no forex or stocks
- Monthly subscription model
Phidias PropFirm
Pros
- Daily payouts on live account
- Path to live trading after 3 payouts
- One-time payment — no activation fees
- News trading allowed
Cons
- Data feed costs may apply
- 3-day minimum trading requirement
- Max 10 mini contracts on $50K