Prop firm rules compared
Seven popular programs side by side, each read from the firm's own rules page (6–7 October 2026). Pick one for the full explanation with dollar examples.
| Program | Daily loss | Max loss | Day resets | Daily, $100k |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTMO 2-Step | 5% of initial | 10% static | midnight Prague time (CE(S)T) | $5,000 |
| FTMO 1-Step | 3% of initial | 10% trailing | midnight Prague time (CE(S)T) | $3,000 |
| FundedNext Stellar 2-Step | 5% of initial | 10% static | midnight server time | $5,000 |
| FundedNext Stellar 1-Step | 3% of initial | 6% static | midnight server time | $3,000 |
| FundedNext Stellar Lite | 4% of initial | 8% static | midnight server time | $4,000 |
| The5ers High Stakes | 5% of day start | 10% static | midnight server time | $5,000 |
| FundingPips 2-Step Standard | 5% of day start | 10% static | midnight UTC+3 | $5,000 |
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Questions
Which prop firm has the biggest daily loss limit?
Of the programs here: FTMO 2-Step, FundedNext Stellar 2-Step, The5ers High Stakes, FundingPips 2-Step Standard allow 5% a day; FundedNext Stellar Lite allows 4% a day; FTMO 1-Step, FundedNext Stellar 1-Step allow 3% a day.
What is the difference between a static and a trailing max loss?
A static max loss keeps the floor under the initial balance. A trailing one moves the floor up with your best balance; FTMO 1-Step trails at each daily reset.
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