Comparison

FTMO vs FundedNext

The useful question is not which firm is universally better. It is which one gives your trading style the cleaner path to funding and payout.

Fast verdict

Choose FTMO if

EU or international traders who want a mature challenge structure

Fast verdict

Choose FundedNext if

International traders comparing forex-style evaluations

Decision point	FTMO	FundedNext
Best for	EU or international traders who want a mature challenge structure	International traders comparing forex-style evaluations
Payout path	80% on 2-Step, rising to 90% by scaling or premium terms; 1-Step pays 90%; 4 qualifying days	Initial reward share is model-specific; add-ons can increase reward share up to 95%; 5 qualifying days
Drawdown	Daily and maximum loss limits	Model-specific daily and total drawdown
Funded automation	Funded automation allowed	Funded automation allowed
Platforms	MetaTrader, cTrader, DXtrade	MetaTrader, cTrader
Link status	Official page only	Official page only

Pick FTMO when

EU or international traders who want a mature challenge structure

Traders who prefer a slower two-step process
Non-futures traders who need a more swing-compatible path than intraday futures rules

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Pick FundedNext when

International traders comparing forex-style evaluations

Users who want a one-step-ish path without futures-specific constraints
Deal-sensitive traders willing to verify current campaigns

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