Topstep review & rules
Industry pioneer. Monthly combine. Express Funded → Live Funded. 90% split. 50% consistency.
Get started at Topstep →Topstep is a futures prop firm offering 2 evaluation plans across account sizes from 50K to 150K. It runs on a monthly subscription model with a 90/10 profit split, with evaluations starting from $85 after discount. Positions must be closed intraday (no overnight holds). Below is every plan, price, and rule — verified Jun 17, 2026.
Plans & pricing
Trading Combine · Standard
Monthly · $149 activation on pass · trailing drawdown · Express Funded path
| Size | Price | Profit target | Max drawdown | Daily loss | Minis / Micros |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50K | $95 $85 | — | — | None | — / — |
| 100K | $149 $129 | — | — | None | — / — |
| 150K | $229 $199 | — | — | None | — / — |
- Monthly subscription (Trading Combine) — rebills until you pass or cancel.
- $149 one-time activation fee due after passing to unlock Express Funded account.
- Trailing drawdown (type not specified as strict intraday vs EOD — verify on site).
- 50% consistency rule: single best day must be < 50% of total cycle profit.
- 90% profit split on Express Funded payouts.
- Payouts: min every 3 days, up to $6,000 per request. 92.26% approval rate (2025 stat).
- Resets: same price as your monthly subscription.
- Two-tier funded path: Express Funded → Live Funded (real capital). Only 0.71% of Express traders reached Live in 2025.
Trading Combine · No Activation Fee
Higher monthly · $0 activation · same rules
| Size | Price | Profit target | Max drawdown | Daily loss | Minis / Micros |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50K | $95 $85 | $3,000 | $2,000 | $1,000 | 5 / 50 |
| 100K | $149 $129 | $6,000 | $3,000 | $2,000 | 10 / 100 |
| 150K | $229 $199 | $9,000 | $4,500 | $3,000 | 15 / 150 |
- Same Trading Combine rules — higher monthly fee in exchange for $0 activation fee when you pass.
- Best for traders confident they will pass on first or second attempt (saves $149 activation).
- All funded rules, consistency, payout caps, and live funded path are identical to Standard track.
- ⚠️ No promo code identified — verify current promotions on site.
Topstep FAQ
How much does Topstep cost?
Topstep evaluations start from $85 (after current discount) for the smallest account size. Prices scale up with account size and plan type.
What is Topstep's profit split?
Topstep offers a 90/10 profit split on funded accounts.
Does Topstep allow overnight holds?
No — Topstep requires positions to be closed before the session ends. No overnight holds.
How fast are Topstep payouts?
Topstep processes payouts on a Every 3 days basis. Exact timing can vary by plan and account stage.