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Alpha Capital Group

4.4 (161 reviews) Forex Trust: 4.2/5 Updated

Look, not every firm needs an origin story. Alpha Capital Group — London, 2020, still operating. The community doesn't have much to say about them.Nobody writes angry Reddit threads about Alpha Capital Group. Nobody writes glowing ones either. They exist, they operate, they've survived 2023-2025 intact. Sometimes that's the whole review.. If you were expecting more excitement — wrong firm.

George Kohler, CEO of Alpha Capital Group
CEO George Kohler
🇬🇧 United Kingdom 5 years in business
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HIDDEN RULES METER
2.4 / 10
Low Risk
  • Structured approach may feel restrictive for some traders
  • Strong emphasis on discipline and performance consistency
  • Progression depends on meeting specific evaluation criteria
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OVERALL PASS RATE
20.4 %

Traders who pass this firm’s challenges

Industry Avg: 18%

Trust Score
4.2/5
Excellent
Based on 161 reviews
Trader Feedback
Mostly Positive
Based on 161 reviews
Most Reported Issue
2% Risk Pattern Rule
Consistently risking 2% or more per trade flagged as violation — applies to patterns across sequences of trades, not just single positions
(16% of complaints)
Most Praised
Clear Structure & Lot Size Limits
Maximum lot sizes defined per account size and model — no ambiguity about position sizing on funded accounts
Community Sentiment
Mostly Positive
Last 90 days

Who Is This Firm For?

Beginners Clear risk rules, defined lot size limits per account — structured environment for disciplined traders
Experienced Traders $300K max per strategy, copy trading allowed on MT5 with proof of ownership
Swing Traders Alpha Swing model available — news restriction is hold 2 min, not a hard ban
EA Traders Average trade duration must exceed 2 minutes — EAs with ultra-short trades will be flagged
News Traders Fully allowed in evaluation — funded restrictions vary: 2-min window (Swing/Pro 8-10%) or 5-min (One/Three)

About Alpha Capital Group

Alpha Capital Group launched in 2021 out of London, which means they've survived long enough to develop opinions about risk management. Strong opinions. The 40% Best Day Rule alone tells you everything about the kind of trader they're looking for — disciplined, consistent, and definitely not the type who goes all-in on a Tuesday news event.
Pro, Swing, One, and Three-step challenges. Scaling up to $2,000,000. Bi-weekly or on-demand payouts processed within 1-2 business days. The structure is solid. Just know going in that this firm was built for traders who colour inside the lines — if that's not you, the rulebook will find out before you do.
Founded
2021
Max Allocation
$200,000
Leverage
1:100

Pros

  • - Maximum lot sizes clearly defined per account size and model — no ambiguity on position sizing
  • - News trading fully allowed during all evaluation phases
  • - Copy trading allowed on MT5 with proof of ownership
  • - Alpha Swing model: news restriction is hold 2 minutes, not a hard ban on trading
  • - Account rolling monitored across all accounts — fair enforcement for serious traders
  • - $300K maximum allocation per strategy clearly stated upfront

Cons

  • - Consistently risking 2% or more per trade flagged — pattern-based enforcement, not just single trades
  • - Average trade duration must exceed 2 minutes and 50% of profit from trades over 2 minutes
  • - Alpha One / Pro 6% / Three: 5-minute news restriction window on funded accounts
  • - Drawdown reset on Alpha One: withdrawing all profits after reset closes account
  • - 30-day inactivity: account deactivated permanently — cannot be restored
  • - Order block spamming prohibited — multiple orders in short periods flagged
Community Sentiment Trend
Mostly Positive
Last 90 days

Halfway happy

3.9
Had both good and bad moments during my time here. Support is helpful on simple issues but struggles with anything complex. They do the basics. Anything beyond that is up for debate.
— Verified Trader (Hannah Hassan) See all reviews
Trader Tip

The 2% risk rule is pattern-based — one trade at 2% won't close your account, but consistently doing it will. The average trade duration rule means your entire trading history is measured, not just individual trades — keep your average above 2 minutes across all positions. Check which funded model you're on before news releases — the window varies from 2 to 5 minutes depending on the account type.

Trading Conditions

Drawdown System

  • Alpha One: 6% trailing drawdown resets after +6% profit — must maintain buffer after reset
  • Withdrawing all profits after drawdown reset: account closure
  • Alpha Swing funded: max lot sizes — $5K=1.25, $10K=2.5, $25K=5, $50K=10, $100K=20, $200K=40, $300K=60
  • Alpha One/Pro/Three funded: max lot sizes — $5K=2.5, $10K=5, $25K=10, $50K=20, $100K=40, $200K=80, $300K=120
  • Maximum allocation: $300K per strategy (defined by asset/instrument)
  • 30-day inactivity: permanent deactivation, cannot be restored

High-Frequency & Fast Trading

  • Not Allowed:
  • Order block spamming — multiple orders in short periods
  • Average trade duration must exceed 2 minutes across all trades
  • At least 50% of requested profit must come from trades held over 2 minutes
  • All-or-nothing strategies
  • Account rolling — using full risk on multiple accounts to pass or fail quickly
  • Passing and failing large numbers of accounts in short periods monitored across all accounts

Low Liquidity & Timing

  • Evaluation: news trading fully allowed on all models
  • Alpha Swing funded: trades within 2 minutes of news must be held over 2 minutes
  • Alpha Pro 8/10% funded: restricted within 2-minute window before/after high-impact news
  • Alpha One / Alpha Pro 6% / Alpha Three funded: restricted within 5-minute window before/after news
  • No specific session time restrictions beyond news windows

Loss-Chasing & Gambling

  • Not Allowed:
  • Consistently risking 2% or more per trade — pattern-based enforcement
  • Same applies to sequences of trades closed around the same time
  • All-or-nothing strategies
  • Account rolling across multiple accounts
  • Previous failed accounts taken into consideration for future reviews

Risk Management

  • Copy trading: allowed between personal accounts on MT5 only — proof of ownership required if Alpha Capital account is slave
  • Risk pattern rule: 2%+ per trade flagged if consistent — sequences also monitored
  • $300K max allocation per strategy — defined by asset/instrument traded
  • Account rolling monitored across all accounts historically — not just current accounts
  • Maximum lot sizes enforced per account size and model on funded accounts

Features & Support

PLATFORMS
cTrader · MetaTrader 5 · TradeLocker
ALLOWS
Copy · News
BROKERS
Institutional Liquidity Provider
ASSET CLASSES
Crypto · Forex · Indices · Metals
PAYMENT METHODS
Bank Transfer · Credit Card · Debit Card
PAYOUT METHODS
Bank Transfer · Rise · Wise

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$1,097.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
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3-Step Alpha Three

Price
$697.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
4.0%
Steps 3
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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1-Step Alpha One

Price
$997.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$847.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$1,097.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$997.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
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3-Step Alpha Three

Price
$397.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
4.0%
Steps 3
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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1-Step Alpha One

Price
$497.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$427.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$577.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$497.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$577.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
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3-Step Alpha Three

Price
$247.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
4.0%
Steps 3
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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1-Step Alpha One

Price
$297.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$237.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$357.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$297.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$357.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

3-Step Alpha Three

Price
$157.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
4.0%
Steps 3
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

1-Step Alpha One

Price
$197.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$137.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$247.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$197.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$247.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

3-Step Alpha Three

Price
$67.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
4.0%
Steps 3
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

1-Step Alpha One

Price
$97.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$67.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$147.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$97.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$147.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

1-Step Alpha One

Price
$50.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 6%

Price
$40.00
Profit Target
Step 1
6.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
6.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 8%

Price
$77.00
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Pro 10%

Price
$50.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details

2-Step Alpha Swing

Price
$70.00
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 10.0%
View Details
4.4
161 reviews
5
29
4
102
3
21
2
5
1
4
Platform Quality
4.3
Customer Support
4.3
Payout Speed
4.3
Challenge Fairness
4.4
Value for Money
4.3
Transparency
4.4
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anthony r. Jun 30, 2026
3.6
Funded

passed eventually lol

Jumped in during a 30% off promo, figured worst case i learn something. i requested a payout three times and all three landed inside the promised window. pricing is not the cheapest but you kind of pay for the peace of mind. i held positions over the weekend a bunch of times and never got penalised. verdict: boring in the best possible way.

L
L. Davis Jun 27, 2026
4.6
Funded

Funded On First Try

Tried a bunch of firms this year and this one is somewhere in the middle. crypto and wire both supported … i did wire and it hit my bank in two business days. their content creators seem to actually trade the product instead of just reading scripts. they cap the max lot size which annoyed me at first but it protects you. the trailing drawdown is reasonable if you size your positions like an adult. partial closes and trailing stops both worked exactly like they should. will probably grab a second account to diversify my strategies.

A
ahmed Jun 24, 2026
4.3
Funded

rules are fair tbh

Been trading prop for like two years and i keep coming back to this one. their server uptime during teh last nfp was flawless from where i sat. pricing is not the cheapest but you kind of pay for the peace of mind. they honoured a payout even though i fat fingered alot size, very fair. bro leverage is reasonable, not the reckless stuff that blows beginners up. support speaks actual english and not copy pasted template answers. happy enough that i talked two friends into joining.

H
hannah rossi Jun 14, 2026
4.2

would buy again

first prop firm i actually stuck with long enough to get funded. their dashboard is genuinely useful, learned stuff about my own trading just looking at it. they paused my consistency tracker when i asked for a couple weeks off … super flexible. i traded indices mostly and the spreads on those were perfectly fine. i passed phase one then immediately fumbled phase two before pulling it back in the last week. the challenge rules are strict but at least they are written in plain english for once.

S
sophie thompson Jun 13, 2026
3.9
Funded

funded and paid

I am a swing trader so the overnight and weekend rules mattered most to me. email notifications can lag a bit which is mildly annoying but not a dealbreaker. the consistency rule is generous compared to the firms that cap you hard. consistency rule almost got me once because i did not read the fine print, my bad not theirs. good enough that i stopped shopping around for alternatives.

F
fast eddie May 24, 2026
4.7
Funded Paid Out

not bad at all

Switched over when my old firm changed their drawdown rules overnight. the demo and funded feeds matched closely enough that i trusted my backtests. minimum trading days felt forced at first but i get it now, it protects both sides. payouts are biweekly on funded accounts which is way better than the monthly firms. i got a small payout bonus for hitting a milestone which was unexpected.

F
ForexQueen May 20, 2026
4.2
Funded

better than my last firm

finally pulled the trigger after comparing like six firms on a spreadsheet. support answered a dumb question of mine with an actual example instead of a canned reply. i got a small payout bonus for hitting a milestone which was unexpected. the weekly market recap they send is actually worth reading. i like that they show your stats in real time instead of a delayed dashboard. overnight swaps are charged but they are upfront about the numbers. do your own research but my experience has been genuinely fine. can you guys get in contact with this firm if I provide an acc number? their customer support hasn't replied in a week.

W
wild will May 15, 2026
3.9

Does What It Says

Wanted lower targets and a calmer ruleset and this fit the bill. the demo and funded feeds matched closely enough that i trusted my backtests. they cap the max lot size which annoyed me at first but it protects you. getting verified for a payout needed an id and a selfie, standard stuff, painless. not the cheapest, not the flashiest, just reliable, and that is enough.

I
isabella l. May 12, 2026
4.8
Funded Paid Out

finally a firm that pays

Started with their two step eval because the one step felt too good to be true. the eval took me like 27 trading days total, not fast not slow, just fair. i renewed my challenge this month which is basically my whole review right there. the second phase target was lower than phase one which kept me sane. support answered a dumb question of mine with an actual example instead of a canned reply. recommend, but read the consistency rule twice before you start.

S
sophia May 11, 2026
4.3
Funded

pleasantly boring

Third firm i tested this quarter and probably teh most painless so far. tbh no surprise inactivity fees which i half expected to get hit with. i like that the daily loss limit resets at a sane hour for my timezone. fees are reasonable for what you get and the retake discount softens the blow. thier economic calendar integration is a small thing but i use it daily. earned a cautious thumbs up from a guy who trusts no one.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alpha Capital Group a legitimate prop firm?
Alpha Capital Group is one of the largest UK-based prop firms, with a strong reputation for payouts and a 4.7 Trustpilot rating across thousands of reviews. Most traders report reliable payments and solid support, although some negative reviews mention rule changes, failed risk interviews, and payout disputes.
Does Alpha Capital Group actually pay traders?
Yes. Community feedback and public reviews show a long history of successful payouts, with many traders reporting multiple withdrawals processed without major delays. However, some complaints mention rejected payouts tied to rule violations or verification issues.
What makes Alpha Capital Group different from other prop firms?
Alpha Capital Group focuses heavily on structured risk management, unlimited trading days, and in-house technology. Unlike many firms, they also conduct risk interviews before certain payouts, which some traders appreciate while others find excessive.
Are there any hidden or strict rules at Alpha Capital Group?
The rules are generally considered transparent, but traders should pay close attention to consistency requirements, maximum drawdown limits, and payout verification procedures. Some community complaints mention retrospective rule updates and stricter enforcement after becoming funded.
Can I use EAs or automated strategies with Alpha Capital Group?
Yes, automated trading is allowed in many cases, but strategies considered abusive, unrealistic, or exploitative may lead to account violations. Traders should carefully review the prohibited trading practices before using third-party EAs or high-frequency systems.
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