The best prop firms for beginners (2026)
Three things matter most for a first challenge: a price you could pay twice, a sound reputation and rules that are easy to follow. This list filters for precisely those.
The list (12 firms)
| # | Firm | Score | 100K challenge from | Profit split | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Blue Guardian | 7.5/10 | $239 2 Step Nano | 85% | Visit firm* |
| 2 |  FXIFY | 7.3/10 | $399 Lightning | 90% | Visit firm* |
| 3 |  FundedElite | 7.2/10 | $299 Lite 2 Step | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 4 |  Lark Funding | 7.2/10 | $370 3-Step Evaluation | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 5 |  Maven Trading | 7.2/10 | $299 3-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 6 |  FTMO | 7.0/10 | €499 1-Step Standard | 90% | Visit firm* |
| 7 |  The5ers | 6.7/10 | $405 High Stakes New | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 8 |  Funding Traders | 6.6/10 | $459 2-Step Pro6 | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 9 |  City Traders Imperium | 6.5/10 | $449 1-Step Challenge | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 10 |  SpiceProp | 6.4/10 | €499 Sweet Pepper | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 11 |  Funded Trading Plus | 6.2/10 | $549 2-Step Classic | 80% | Visit firm* |
| 12 |  Fintokei | 6.1/10 | $499 SwiftTrader | 80% | Visit firm* |
Published list prices, excluding promotional codes, confirmed on 14 November 2026. Pricing changes frequently; confirm with the firm before purchase.
Our top three
- Blue Guardian – 85% split as standard
- FXIFY – An expansive choice of programs and sizes
- FundedElite – News, hedging, martingale and grid allowed
Selection criteria
Firms rated at least 4.0 on Trustpilot with a 100K challenge at $600 or less are included.
Ordered by overall score.
Questions, answered
Which prop firm suits beginners best?
12 firms meet the criteria, led by Blue Guardian, FXIFY, FundedElite.