City Traders Imperium 1-Step Challenge (2026): price, rules, payouts
City Traders Imperium 1-Step Challenge: 1-step, 6 sizes (2.5K–100K). Reference account 100K: $449; target 8%, daily loss None, maximum loss 5%.
City Traders Imperium 1-Step Challenge: could you pass it?
Move the slider to your usual risk per trade. We do the maths with this challenge's own limits.
Tip: stop for the day after 2–3 losses.
1-Step Challenge: price by size
| Account | Price | Target | Daily loss | Max loss | Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,500 | $29 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
| $5,000 | $49 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
| $10,000 | $79 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
| $25,000 | $159 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
| $50,000 | $299 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
| $100,000 | $449 | 8% | None | 5% | 80% |
List prices excluding coupons; verified 14 November 2026. Prices change frequently; confirm on the firm's site before purchase.
Key parameters
Trailing drawdown: the floor ratchets up with each new equity high, so profits given back can still breach it. No consistency rule: a single outsized day does not delay payout. No time limit.
100K alternatives
Other 1-step challenges at 100K, ascending price. Reference: 1-Step Challenge at $449.
| Firm | Price | Target | Max loss |
|---|---|---|---|
| Instant Funding | $259 One-Phase Micro | 7% | 7% |
| Blue Guardian | $320 1 Step Nano | 10% | 6% |
| FundedElite | $369 Lite 1 Step | 12% | 6% |
| Maven Trading | $380 1-Step Challenge | 8% | 5% |
| Atmos Funded | $383 1-Step Standard | 10% | 6% |
| FXIFY | $399 Lightning | 5% | 4% |
Verdict
6 cheaper alternatives at this size; compare rules before buying. Trustpilot 4.2/5; review recent feedback before buying.
FAQ
City Traders Imperium 1-Step Challenge price at 100K?
$449. Range across sizes: $29 (2.5K) to $449 (100K).
1-Step Challenge target and loss limits?
Target 8%; daily loss None; maximum loss 5%; drawdown trailing.
1-Step Challenge payout frequency?
Monthly (first after 7 profitable days); split 80%.