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Funded Elite

4.1 (160 reviews) Forex Trust: 4.1/5 Updated

Funded Elite has a moderate hidden rules score and a pass rate that sits in the middle. Not the firm you brag about. Not the firm you warn people about. Perfectly, stubbornly average.

Christian Habibi, CEO of Funded Elite
CEO Christian Habibi
🇮🇹 Italy 3 years in business
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Hidden Rules Meter Free sign up to unlock
HIDDEN RULES METER
2.9 / 10
Moderate Risk
  • Basic rules are easy to understand, but some conditions are clarified in the full terms and conditions
  • Payout structure is simple, though still developing long-term consistency
  • Certain expectations may only become apparent after deeper review
Overall Pass Rate Free sign up to unlock
OVERALL PASS RATE
17.2 %

Traders who pass this firm’s challenges

Industry Avg: 18%

Trust Score
4.1/5
Excellent
Based on 160 reviews
Trader Feedback
Mostly Positive
Based on 160 reviews
Most Reported Issue
Video & Risk Interview Requirements
Mandatory video interview with 5-day deadline — failure cancels all accounts and pending payouts. Risk interview also required before payout processing
(7% of complaints)
Most Praised
Low Entry Price & Model Variety
Lite 2-Step $5K at $19 — one of the lowest entries in the industry. Six distinct models from Standard to Instant Funded covering most trading styles.
Community Sentiment
Mostly Positive
Last 90 days

Who Is This Firm For?

Beginners No time limits, Lite models from $19, clear structure with documented rules
Experienced Traders Six models, scaling plan, fee refund on completion, up to 80% split across all programs
Swing Traders Weekend trading allowed, no time limits on any model, 1:100 leverage
EA Traders Custom EAs allowed — third-party EAs, scripts and bots strictly prohibited
News Traders News trading allowed — all-or-nothing around events prohibited, gap trading within 2hrs banned

About Funded Elite

Funded Elite launched in 2024 — fresh enough that the ink on the incorporation papers is barely dry. Six evaluation models, entry from $19, no time limits, scaling to $300,000, and weekend trading allowed. For a firm this young, the rulebook is surprisingly well-documented and the cancellation policy is one of the cleaner ones we've seen.
The catch with any firm launched in 2024 is simple: there's not much long-term payout history to verify. The structure looks good on paper. Check back in 2026 when there's more data. Oh wait — it is 2026. So far so good.
Founded
2023
Max Allocation
$200,000
Leverage
1:100
Commissions
$5

Pros

  • - Lite 2-Step $5K at $19 — one of the lowest entry prices in the industry
  • - No time limits on any model — trade at your own pace
  • - Weekend trading allowed across all programs
  • - Fee refund available on successful completion where applicable
  • - 14-day pre-trading refund window
  • - Six distinct models: Standard, Lite, Flash Activation, Instant Funded

Cons

  • - Mandatory video interview: 5-day deadline — missing it cancels all accounts and payouts
  • - Risk interview required before payout processing
  • - No acceptance guarantee even after passing and completing verification
  • - Methodology consistency enforced — switching approach between phases is a violation
  • - 30-day inactivity: account termination
  • - Instant Funded: 70% split vs 80% on evaluation models
Community Sentiment Trend
Mostly Positive
Last 90 days

Good for some, not others

3.2
I neither love nor hate them, which is unusual for me to say. Discord community is active but official staff rarely engage there. Solid middle of the pack. Not a leader, not a lemon.
— Verified Trader (noor k.) See all reviews
Trader Tip

Trade the same way throughout all phases — methodology consistency is enforced and switching is a violation even if both approaches are legitimate. Keep the video interview window in mind — 5 business days to respond and missing it cancels everything. Lite 2-Step at $19 for $5K is one of the best value entries in the industry. Instant Funded pays 70% vs 80% on evaluation models — factor that in before choosing your program.

Trading Conditions

Drawdown System

  • Standard 2-Step: 5% daily, 8% max
  • Lite 2-Step: 4% daily, 8% max
  • Standard/Lite 1-Step: 3% daily, 8% max
  • Flash Activation: 3% daily, 6% max
  • Instant Funded: 3% daily, 6% max
  • Maximum 50% of daily loss limit on a single instrument
  • No time limits on any model — 1:100 leverage
  • 30-day inactivity: account termination

High-Frequency & Fast Trading

  • Not Allowed:
  • Ultra-short-cycle scalping without documented logic
  • Gap trading within 2 hours before market closure of 2+ hours
  • Third-party EAs, scripts, bots and AI tools
  • More than 2,000 server requests per day
  • VPN and proxy usage
  • Trades not replicable in actual financial markets

Low Liquidity & Timing

  • News trading: allowed — all-or-nothing approaches around news prohibited
  • Gap trading: no trades within 2 hours before market closure of 2+ hours
  • Weekend trading: allowed on all models
  • Methodology consistency: same approach required across all evaluation phases

Loss-Chasing & Gambling

  • Not Allowed:
  • Hyper-aggressive position sizing and all-in trades without documented risk logic
  • Hedging across accounts with opposite positions on correlated instruments
  • Copy trading between accounts unless expressly authorized
  • Switching trading methodologies between evaluation phases
  • Repeated account exploitation to hit target by chance

Risk Management

  • Video interview: mandatory within 5 business days — failure cancels all accounts and payouts
  • Risk interview: required before payout processing — cooperation mandatory
  • No acceptance guarantee after passing evaluation
  • Data usage: trading data may be shared with affiliated entities — consent on signup
  • Chargebacks: material breach — immediate termination and permanent ban
  • Governing law: Italian Republic — jurisdiction: Tribunale di Latina, Italy

Features & Support

PLATFORMS
MetaTrader 4 · MetaTrader 5
ALLOWS
EA · News · Weekend Holding
BROKERS
Institutional Liquidity Provider
ASSET CLASSES
Crypto · Forex · Indices · Metals
PAYMENT METHODS
Bank Transfer · Credit Card · Crypto (Bitcoin) · Crypto (USDT) · Debit Card
PAYOUT METHODS
Bank Transfer · Crypto (Bitcoin) · Crypto (USDT)

Instant Elite

Price
$8,387.00 $4,193.28
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$1,099.00 $659.40
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Elite

Price
$6,290.00 $3,144.96
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$1,499.00 $899.40
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 1-Step

Price
$1,599.00 $959.40
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$899.00 $539.40
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Funded

Price
$2,726.00 $1,635.38
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Elite

Price
$4,193.00 $2,515.94
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$989.00 $593.40
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 1-Step

Price
$1,085.00 $651.00
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$589.00 $353.40
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$729.00 $437.40
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Elite

Price
$2,403.00 $1,441.84
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$519.00 $337.35
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 1-Step

Price
$569.00 $369.85
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$299.00 $194.35
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$369.00 $239.85
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Funded

Price
$1,435.00 $861.23
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Instant Elite

Price
$1,435.00 $933.00
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$329.00 $246.75
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Standard 1-Step

Price
$329.00 $246.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$199.00 $149.25
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$229.00 $171.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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Instant Funded

Price
$629.00 $440.29
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$219.00 $164.25
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Standard 1-Step

Price
$225.00 $168.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$89.00 $66.75
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$109.00 $81.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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Instant Funded

Price
$306.00 $214.50
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$59.00 $44.25
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$69.00 $51.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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Standard 2-Step

Price
$129.00 $96.75
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

Standard 1-Step

Price
$130.00 $97.50
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Instant Funded

Price
$242.00 $169.34
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$55.00 $41.25
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
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Lite 1-Step

Price
$65.00 $48.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
View Details

Standard 2-Step

Price
$89.00 $66.75
Profit Target
Step 1
8.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 5.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

Standard 1-Step

Price
$95.00 $71.25
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

Instant Funded

Price
$194.00 $135.48
Profit Target
Step 1
0.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
0.0%
Steps 0
Profit Split 95%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 14.0%
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Lite 2-Step

Price
$39.00 $29.25
Profit Target
Step 1
10.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
5.0%
Steps 2
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 4.0%
Max DD 8.0%
View Details

Lite 1-Step

Price
$49.00 $36.75
Profit Target
Step 1
12.0%
Profit Target
Step 2
N/A
Steps 1
Profit Split 80%
Daily DD 3.0%
Max DD 6.0%
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4.1
160 reviews
5
26
4
103
3
23
2
4
1
4
Platform Quality
4.3
Customer Support
4.3
Payout Speed
4.3
Challenge Fairness
4.3
Value for Money
4.3
Transparency
4.2
S
sophie b. Apr 6, 2025
5.0
Funded

Profit targets were realistic

A fellow trader recommended them and I am glad I listened. Daily loss limits give enough room to have a bad day without breaching. Will continue scaling my account here as long as they keep this level of quality.

J
jake tanaka Apr 4, 2025
4.7

Weekend positions welcome

Signed up last year and have been consistently trading since. Their affiliate program is transparent and pays out as promised. No notes from me. Keep doing the thing.

A
aaron walsh Apr 1, 2025
4.7
Funded Paid Out

Reasonable evaluation fees

Been funded for six months as of writing this review. Their refund policy on challenge fees when you get funded is a nice touch. Keep doing what you are doing, team.

A
abebe Mar 19, 2025
2.7
Funded

Inconsistent with their own rules

Signed up, got funded, and then the problems started piling up. Support tickets sit unanswered for days, sometimes longer. I hope this review saves someone else from the same experience.

H
hannah reynolds Mar 5, 2025
4.0

Withdrew profits without issues

Took the challenge on a whim after watching a YouTube review. The transition from evaluation to funded was smooth and well-communicated. Plan to open a second account with them once I finish scaling this one.

L
lauren r. Feb 22, 2025
5.0

Took three payouts so far

I was drawn in by their payout speeds and low commission structure. KYC was handled in under a day once I submitted everything. Strong recommendation from me based on months of real use.

T
tunde o. Feb 20, 2025
4.6

Truly trader-friendly

Decided to try them after their founder did a podcast interview. Their affiliate program is transparent and pays out as promised. No notes from me. Keep doing the thing.

T
trader_joe_77 Feb 20, 2025
4.5
Funded Paid Out

Feels like a real partner

I was drawn in by their payout speeds and low commission structure. Retake discounts make it reasonable to try again after a breach. Good work overall and I hope other firms learn from their example.

W
w. nakamura Feb 20, 2025
4.9
Funded Paid Out

Learned discipline thanks to rules

Been funded for six months as of writing this review. The trailing drawdown is calculated the way most traders expect. They have earned my loyalty with how they handle the basics.

O
olivia Feb 5, 2025
5.0
Funded Paid Out

Good for swing traders

I have been with this firm for about three months now. The scaling plan is achievable if you trade consistently for a few months. Strong recommendation from me based on months of real use.

No active offers for Funded Elite at the moment.

Check back soon — firms refresh their promos regularly.

No payout data available for Funded Elite yet.

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of trader usually succeeds at Funded Elite?
Traders who focus on controlled risk and steady growth tend to perform best. Funded Elite rewards consistency over aggressive strategies, so traders relying on high-risk spikes often struggle to pass or maintain accounts.
What should you understand before buying a Funded Elite challenge?
You should fully understand drawdown mechanics and how equity is calculated during trades. Many issues reported by traders come from misunderstanding how floating losses affect account limits.
How does Funded Elite handle payout verification?
Payouts typically go through a review process where trading behavior is analyzed for rule compliance. Larger withdrawals may be subject to stricter checks, especially if trading patterns appear inconsistent or overly aggressive.
How does Funded Elite compare to firms like FTMO or E8 Markets?
Funded Elite is generally more accessible and less demanding than FTMO, but it may not offer the same level of long-term reputation or proven payout history. Compared to E8, it sits slightly lower in trust but still offers a balanced risk-reward profile.
What are the biggest mistakes traders make with Funded Elite?
The most common mistakes include overtrading, misunderstanding drawdown limits, and failing to adapt risk after reaching profit targets. Many traders pass the challenge but fail to maintain discipline afterward.
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