The short answer
The choice depends entirely on your execution: Atlas Funded is built for EA users and traders seeking a 90-100% profit split, while Maven is the go-to for manual traders looking for the cheapest entry prices and niche prediction markets.
Where they actually differ
- Trading Styles (EAs): This is the main filter. Atlas Funded allows Expert Advisors (EAs). Maven strictly prohibits them, allowing only manual trading or manual copying.
- Cobro (Profit Split): Atlas Funded starts at a 90% split and can reach 100% via add-ons. Maven is fixed at 80% (dropping to 50% on certain rule breaches).
- Price (Entry cost): Maven is significantly cheaper for standard evaluations. For example, a $10k 2-Step costs $44 at Maven versus $79 at Atlas. Maven also offers "Pay Later" evaluations for a $5 entry fee.
- Risk Rules (Drawdown): Atlas uses Static drawdown for all 1, 2, and 3-step evaluations. Maven uses Trailing drawdown for its 1-Step and Instant accounts, reserving Static only for 2 and 3-step plans.
- Styles (Scalping & News): Atlas has a 3-minute hold rule for funded accounts and a 5-minute news window. Maven allows scalping (as long as <1 min trades are under 50% of total) and has a tighter 2-minute news restriction.
- Platforms: Atlas offers MetaTrader 5, TradeLocker, and MatchTrader. Maven offers MetaTrader 5, MatchTrader, and cTrader.
- Risk Management: Atlas features "Atlas Protector," an automated trigger that closes positions at 2% floating loss to protect the account. Maven uses "M2 Account Saver" with similar functions.
Where they are basically the same
- Assets: Both provide Forex, Indices, and Crypto.
- Payout Methods: Both use Rise and Crypto (USDT) as primary channels.
- Location: Both firms operate under Saint Lucia jurisdiction.
- Holding: Both allow weekend holding across their standard programs.
Pick this one if
Atlas Funded:
- You use EAs or automated trading strategies.
- You want the highest possible profit split (up to 100%).
- You prefer Static drawdown on 1-Step evaluations.
Maven:
- You are a manual trader looking for the lowest upfront costs.
- You prefer using the cTrader platform.
- You want to trade niche Prediction Markets (event contracts).
Frequently asked questions
Which firm is cheaper for a standard $10,000 evaluation, Atlas Funded or Maven?
Maven is significantly more affordable for standard evaluations. A $10,000 2-Step challenge at Maven costs $44, whereas Atlas Funded charges $79 for its standard 2-Step account of the same size. Maven also offers a "Pay Later" 1-Step model where you only pay $5 initially.
Can I use Expert Advisors (EAs) on both Atlas Funded and Maven?
No. Atlas Funded allows the use of EAs without restrictions, provided they do not engage in prohibited strategies like latency arbitrage. Maven, however, strictly prohibits automated trading (EAs), allowing only manual execution or manual copying of trades.
Who offers a better profit split, Atlas Funded or Maven?
Atlas Funded offers a superior profit split, starting at 90% on its challenge accounts and offering an add-on to reach 100%. Maven provides a fixed 80% profit split, which can even decrease to 50% if the "Account Saver" rule is triggered on certain plans.
How does the payout frequency compare between Atlas Funded and Maven?
Maven generally pays faster with a standard 10-day frequency. Atlas Funded typically requires 14 days for the first payout and 14 days thereafter, although they offer a "Weekly" add-on for purchase that can reduce the cycle to 7 days.





















