FundedElite review 2026: prices, rules and payouts
We assessed FundedElite with the same data as every other firm: published prices, published rules and customer ratings. Result: a score of 7.2, rank 4 of 31.
Overview
FundedElite has 1- and 2-Step challenges (including Lite versions and a free-retry option), instant accounts and Flash Activation from $5. You trade on MT5 or Match-Trader.
The score in detail
Rank 4 of 31 in the overall scores. Here is how the 7.2 breaks down:
Pros and cons
Pros
- News, hedging, martingale and grid allowed
- Very cheap Lite challenges
- Option with a free retry
Cons
- Best-day rule (40% on Starter and Pro)
- Scalping and EAs restricted
- Only two platforms
FundedElite programmes
| Programme | 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 without discount codes, checked on 13 November 2026. Firms change prices often, so confirm on their website before you buy.
Challenges for a $100,000 account
| Programme | 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% |
What's allowed?
Restricted = allowed with conditions (for example, no trading a few minutes either side of major news). Full details are on the firm's website.
Platforms and payments
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Frequently asked questions
What happens if I break FundedElite's consistency rule?
You keep the account; the payout is simply delayed until the rule is met.
Does FundedElite allow martingale?
Yes, martingale and grid are allowed.
How much is the FundedElite 100K challenge?
The cheapest FundedElite 100K challenge with at least an 80% split is Lite 2 Step (2-step) at $299.
Does FundedElite accept UK traders?
Yes. The United Kingdom is not on FundedElite's list of restricted countries. Check the terms when you sign up, as these lists change.