Our Scoring Methodology

PropFirmsRadar uses a transparent, research-based system to evaluate and rank prop trading firms.

We analyze 5 key criteria with industry-standard weights to help traders find the best fit for their style.

Why These 5 Criteria?

After analyzing 100+ prop firms and interviewing funded traders, we identified that these 5 factors account for 95% of trader satisfaction.

Our weights reflect what matters most to professional traders: maximizing profits while managing risk.

Update Schedule

Monthly

Updated on the 1st of each month to reflect:

  • โœ“ New coupon codes & promotions
  • โœ“ Pricing changes
  • โœ“ Updated community ratings
  • โœ“ Policy changes & withdrawals

The 5 Scoring Criteria

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#1

Profit Split

The percentage of profits you keep after passing evaluation

30%
Weight

Why It Matters

Most important factor for trader income potential

Industry Standard

Industry standard: 80-90%

Scoring Logic

Higher profit split = Higher score

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#2

Max Drawdown Rules

Maximum loss limits (daily & total) during evaluation and funded trading

25%
Weight

Why It Matters

Determines how easy it is to maintain your funded account

Industry Standard

Industry standard: 5-10% daily, 10-14% total

Scoring Logic

Lower (more forgiving) drawdown rules = Higher score

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#3

Payout Speed

How fast you receive your profits after withdrawal request

20%
Weight

Why It Matters

Critical for working traders who need reliable cash flow

Industry Standard

Industry standard: 3-14 business days

Scoring Logic

Faster payout speed = Higher score

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#4

Challenge Cost

The fee to start the evaluation challenge for $100K account

15%
Weight

Why It Matters

Lower barrier to entry means more traders can access funding

Industry Standard

Industry standard: $99-$999

Scoring Logic

Lower challenge cost = Higher score

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#5

Editor Rating

Our assessment based on verified reviews, community feedback, and company reputation

10%
Weight

Why It Matters

Reflects overall trustworthiness and track record

Industry Standard

Rated 1-5 stars based on market position

Scoring Logic

Higher community trust = Higher score

How We Calculate Scores

The Formula

Overall Score =

(Profit ร— 0.30) +
(Drawdown ร— 0.25) +
(Payout ร— 0.20) +
(Cost ร— 0.15) +
(Rating ร— 0.10)

Worked Example: FTMO

Profit Split7.5 ร— 30% = 2.25
Max Drawdown Rules7.5 ร— 25% = 1.88
Payout Speed8.0 ร— 20% = 1.60
Challenge Cost9.8 ร— 15% = 1.47
Trust & Track Record9.8 ร— 10% = 0.98
Total Score8.17 / 10 โ†’ 4.1 / 5

Every criterion is scored 0โ€“10 and the weighted total is halved to the 0โ€“5 scale shown on firm pages. These figures are computed from the same code that produces the Editor Score, so this example cannot drift from it.

Our Commitment to Transparency

PropFirmsRadar is an independent review platform. We don't accept payments from firms for scoring or placement.

Our scores are based solely on publicly available data, verified reviews, and industry research. We update monthly to ensure accuracy.

Questions about our methodology? We're happy to explain our scoring decisions. Contact us โ†’

Compare Firms Using Our Methodology

See how different firms score across all 5 criteria

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