Topstep vs TradeDay
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the best prop trading firm in 2026.
Price From
$49
$87
Profit Split
Up to 90%
Up to 95%
Max Drawdown
4%
Trailing
Category
Futures
Futures
Editor Score
4.6/5
4.4/5
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
TradeDay
Pros
- Day-one payouts from funded account
- Up to 95% profit split
- Multiple drawdown types (Intraday, EOD, Static)
- Chicago-based — established
Cons
- Monthly subscription model
- Trailing drawdown can be restrictive
- 5-contract position limit on $50K