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FundedElite review 2026: score, pricing, rules, payouts
FundedElite is a solid choice, and it costs less than most rivals at 100K. FundedElite was scored on the same inputs as every firm here: published prices, published rules, customer ratings. Result: 7.2, rank 4 of 30.
Our take
FundedElite: 1- and 2-Step challenges (Lite variants, free-retry option), instant accounts and Flash Activation from $5. Platforms: MT5, Match-Trader.
Score composition
Rank 4/30 in the league table. Composition of the 7.2 score:
Why we like it
- News, hedging, martingale, grid permitted
- Low-cost Lite challenges
- Free-retry option
Flaws but not dealbreakers
- 40% best-day rule (Starter, Pro)
- Scalping and EAs restricted
- Two platforms only
Who should skip it
- You rely on trading robots (EAs)
- You scalp very short trades
- You copy trades from another account
FundedElite programs
| Program | Type | Sizes | From | Profit split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Activation | 1-Step | 25K–400K | $5 (+ $159 activation fee when funded) | 80% |
| Lite 2 Step | 2-Step | 5K–300K | $39 | 80% |
| Lite 1 Step | 1-Step | 5K–300K | $49 | 80% |
| 2 Step Free Retry | 2-Step | 7K–300K | $89 | 80% |
| 1 Step Free Retry | 1-Step | 7K–300K | $95 | 80% |
| Instant | Instant | 7K–200K | $120 | 70% |
| Catalyst | Instant | 25K–50K | $499 | 80% |
| Instant Elite | Instant | 50K–400K | $890 | 70% |
List prices excluding coupons; verified 14 November 2026. Prices change frequently; confirm on the firm's site before purchase.
$100,000 challenges
| Program | Type | Price | Target | Daily loss | Max loss |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flash Activation | 1-Step | $5 (+ $499 activation fee when funded) | 6% | 3% | 6% |
| Lite 2 Step | 2-Step | $299 | 10% / 5% | 4% | 8% |
| Lite 1 Step | 1-Step | $369 | 12% | 3% | 6% |
| 2 Step Free Retry | 2-Step | $519 | 8% / 5% | 5% | 8% |
| 1 Step Free Retry | 1-Step | $569 | 12% | 3% | 8% |
| Instant | Instant | $890 | None | 3% | 6% |
| Instant Elite | Instant | $1,490 | None | 3% | 6% |
Rule matrix
Restricted: permitted with conditions (e.g. a no-trade window around major releases). Full terms on the firm's website.
Platforms and payments
FundedElite versus peers
FAQ
Consistency breach outcome?
Account retained; payout deferred until the rule is met.
Martingale?
Permitted, as is grid.
FundedElite 100K challenge price?
Lowest FundedElite 100K with split of 80% or more: Lite 2 Step (2-step), $299.
Does FundedElite accept Malaysian residents?
Yes. Malaysia is not on FundedElite's restricted-country list. Lists change; verify in the terms at sign-up.