What prop firm challenges really cost

Anywhere from under $20 to over $1,000. Here's what drives the price and how not to overpay.

Price ranges

Roughly: 10K $50–100, 50K $150–300, 100K $300–650, 200K $600–1,100. 2K–5K accounts can be under $20. Live numbers by account size.

Steps, loss limits, split, drawdown type and platform. Add-ons like a higher split or on-demand payouts cost extra.

Many firms refund the fee at the first payout, some at the third. Pass and get paid, and it's effectively free.

Start with our cheapest prop firms and pay-after-pass shortlists. Fees are in dollars or euros, so budget for card or exchange costs.

First account size?

One you could buy twice; the percentages are the same at every size.

Coupons worth it?

Promos are constant; compare rules, not just the discounted price.