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| Feature |  Elite Trader Funding 80% OFF first month |
|---|---|
| Eval type | 1-Step (6 types: 1-Step, EOD, Static, Diamond Hands, Fast Track, DTF) |
| Cheapest eval | $100K 1-Step @ $205/mo |
| $100K eval cost | $205/mo |
| Drawdown type | 1-Step: Intraday trailing. EOD: EOD trailing. Static: fixed. Diamond Hands: EOD trailing. |
| Daily loss limit | None |
| Min trading days | 5 |
| Consistency rule | Pre-Aug 2024 accounts: 40%. Post-Aug 2024: no consistency rule. |
| Payout split | 100% of first $12,500 then 90/10. $25K total sim payout cap per trader. |
| Payout frequency | Twice weekly (Mon/Wed). 8-10 active trading days per cycle. |
| Reset cost | $47 eval (1 free per renewal). $75 funded. Fast Track: no resets. DTF: max 2. |
| Activation fee | $87/mo or $177-$307 one-time lifetime |
| News | Yes |
| Copy trading | Yes |
| Automation | Yes |
| Platforms | Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView, Rithmic +4 |
| Watch out | $87/mo funded fee (one of few firms charging monthly). 10-second minimum hold on ALL trades. $25K total sim payout cap. Fast Track has NO resets and 14-day time limit. After 20% profit growth, losing 35% triggers disqualification. |
| Best for | Traders wanting static drawdown (unique). Fast Track for cheap entry. Diamond Hands for overnight holding. Those who want 100% on first $12.5K. |