Maven Trading review (2026): fees, rules and payouts
We rated Maven Trading on the same inputs as every firm here: its published prices and rules and its customer ratings. It scores 7.2 and ranks 6 of 29.
Who Maven Trading suits
Good for you if…
- ✓you want a firm traders rate highly (4.3 on Trustpilot)
- ✓you want a challenge cheaper than most (100K from $299)
- ✓you run trading robots (EAs)
- ✓you trade on MT5 or Match-Trader
- ✓you want a choice of 7 challenge types
Bottom line: Maven Trading is a solid choice, and it costs less than most rivals at 100K.
Visit Maven Trading*Not for you if…
- ✗you copy trades from another account
Maven Trading 100K challenges at a glance
| Program | Type | Price | Target | Daily loss | Max loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buy Now, Pay Later Challenge | 1-Step | $5 + $589 when funded | 4% | None (4% when funded) | 10% (8% when funded) |
| 3-Step Challenge | 3-Step | $299 | 3% / 3% / 3% | 2% | 3% |
| Instant funding | Instant | $380 | None (instant) | 2% | 3% |
| 1-Step Challenge | 1-Step | $380 | 8% | 3% | 5% |
| Mini | Instant | $440 | None (3% minimum to withdraw) | 2% | 3% |
| 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | $440 | 8% / 5% | 4% | 8% |
| OMO 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | $472 | 6% / 8% | 4% | 8% |
Quick take
Maven Trading arrived in 2022 with entry prices among the lowest anywhere, from $13. Alongside 1-, 2- and 3-Step challenges it sells instant accounts and Buy Now Pay Later: $5 down, the balance only if you pass. You don't need a minimum number of trading days.
How the score adds up
It sits at number 6 of 29 in our ranking. Here is where its 7.2 comes from:
What we like and what we don't
Pros
- Rock-bottom entry prices
- No minimum days, no time limit
- Buy Now Pay Later from $5
- Fee returned on the third payout
Cons
- Leverage capped at 1:75
- Some programs have loss limits as tight as 3%
Maven Trading challenge types
| Program | Type | Sizes | From | Profit split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buy Now, Pay Later Challenge | 1-Step | 2K–100K | $5 + $40 when funded | 80% |
| 3-Step Challenge | 3-Step | 2K–100K | $13 | 80% |
| Instant funding | Instant | 2K–100K | $15 | 80% |
| 1-Step Challenge | 1-Step | 2K–100K | $15 | 80% |
| Mini | Instant | 2K–100K | $17 | 70% |
| OMO 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | 2K–100K | $19 | 80% |
| 2-Step Challenge | 2-Step | 2K–100K | $19 | 80% |
Standard prices before coupons, checked on 14 November 2026. Prices change often, so check the firm's own site before paying.
Trading rules at a glance
Restricted means allowed with conditions, for example a short no-trade window around big news. The firm's website has the full wording.
Platforms, payments and payouts
Maven Trading against rivals
Common questions
Can I trust Maven Trading?
Maven has been active since 2022 and says it has over 50,000 funded traders.
How often are payouts?
Every 10 business days.
What does Maven cost?
From $13 (3-Step, 2K). A 100K account is roughly $299–472 depending on the program.
What does a Maven Trading 100K challenge cost?
The lowest-priced Maven Trading 100K challenge that pays at least 80% is 3-Step Challenge (3-step), at $299.
Can traders in India sign up with Maven Trading?
Yes. India does not appear on Maven Trading's restricted-country list. These lists change, so confirm in the terms when you register.