Pay-after-pass prop firms (2026)
Entry fee as low as $5; activation fee only on passing. Failure costs very little.
Ranking (10 firms)
| # | Firm | Score | Starting price | Profit split | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Blue Guardian | 7.5/10 | $52 ($10 setup, balance after passinging) $5,000 · Buy Now Pay Later | 85% | Visit firm* |
| 2 |  FundedElite | 7.2/10 | $5 (+ $159 activation fee when funded) $25,000 · Flash Activation | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 3 |  Maven Trading | 7.2/10 | $5 + $40 when funded $2,000 · Buy Now, Pay Later Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 4 |  The5ers | 6.7/10 | $95 + $205 after passing $100,000 · Bootcamp 3-Step | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 5 |  Orion Funded | 6.3/10 | $7 + $69 activation fee $5,000 · Orion Nova | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 6 |  Funded Trading Plus | 6.2/10 | $4 + $179 after passing $25,000 · Activation Account | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 7 |  For Traders | 5.8/10 | $29 + $189 activation fee $25,000 · Pay After Pass | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 8 |  Atmos Funded | 5.8/10 | $5 (+ $79 activation fee when funded) $10,000 · Nova | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 9 |  Top One Trader | 5.6/10 | $7 + $165 activation fee $25,000 · Nova Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 10 |  QT Funded | 5.5/10 | $2.50 + $70 activation fee $5,000 · QT 1 Step BNPL | 80% | Visit firm* |
List prices excluding coupons; verified 14 November 2026. Prices change frequently; confirm on the firm's site before purchase.
Top 3
- Blue Guardian – 85% default split
- FundedElite – News, hedging, martingale, grid permitted
- Maven Trading – Lowest entry prices in the market
Inclusion criteria
Included: programs with entry fee plus post-pass activation.
Column: lowest entry fee; funding fee in brackets.
FAQ
Which firms offer pay after pass?
10 firms qualify. Highest scores: Blue Guardian, FundedElite, Maven Trading.
Higher total cost?
Almost always; worthwhile if several failed attempts are expected.