Best prop firms for beginners (2026)
For a first challenge you want a price you could pay twice, a firm with a good reputation and simple rules. This list filters for those.
All 12 firms on this list
| # | Firm | Score | 100K challenge from | Profit split | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Blue Guardian | 7.5/10 | $239 2 Step Nano | 85% | Visit firm* |
| 2 |  FXIFY | 7.3/10 | $399 Lightning | 90% | Visit firm* |
| 3 |  FundedElite | 7.2/10 | $299 Lite 2 Step | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 4 |  Lark Funding | 7.2/10 | $370 3-Step Evaluation | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 5 |  Maven Trading | 7.2/10 | $299 3-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 6 |  The5ers | 6.7/10 | $405 High Stakes New | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 7 |  Funding Traders | 6.6/10 | $459 2-Step Pro6 | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 8 |  City Traders Imperium | 6.5/10 | $449 1-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 9 |  SpiceProp | 6.4/10 | €499 Sweet Pepper | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 10 |  Orion Funded | 6.3/10 | $409 Orion Select | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 11 |  Funded Trading Plus | 6.2/10 | $549 2-Step Classic | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 12 |  FundingPips | 6.1/10 | $466 2 Step Pro | 80% | Visit firm* |
Standard prices before coupons, checked on 14 November 2026. Prices change often, so check the firm's own site before paying.
Top three picks
- Blue Guardian – 85% split out of the box
- FXIFY – Big menu of programs and sizes
- FundedElite – News, hedging, martingale and grid allowed
What qualifies
Included: firms rated 4.0+ on Trustpilot with a 100K challenge at $600 or less.
Ordered by overall score.
Common questions
Which prop firm suits beginners?
12 firms qualify. The best scoring are Blue Guardian, FXIFY, FundedElite.