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Trading styles allowed at Crypto Fund Trader and RebelsFunding

Crypto Fund Trader offers highly competitive entry prices starting at $40 for $5,000 accounts and stands out for its Bybit integration and crypto-centric approach, using trailing drawdown on its 1-Phase evaluations. RebelsFunding provides a more traditional proprietary experience with static drawdown across all programs, bi-weekly payouts without fees, and a unique loyalty program based on credits. While Crypto Fund Trader allows automated trading and copy trading with limitations, RebelsFunding is strictly manual and prohibits external assistance or automation.

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Scalping

Scalping is a viable strategy in both firms, but they approach the technical requirements differently:

  • Rules and Limitations: Crypto Fund Trader allows normal scalping but strictly prohibits tick scalping, high-frequency trading (HFT), and latency exploitation. RebelsFunding is more specific, prohibiting "aggressive scalping" defined as trades lasting less than 30 seconds.
  • Platforms: Scalpers at Crypto Fund Trader can choose between MetaTrader 5, MatchTrader, or the Bybit interface. RebelsFunding traders must use the proprietary RF-Trader platform (based on TradingView).
  • Risk and Drawdown: At Crypto Fund Trader, the 1-Phase evaluation uses a trailing drawdown, which can be dangerous for scalpers as the floor rises with profits. RebelsFunding uses static drawdown (10% or 6% depending on the plan), which is generally more forgiving for high-frequency execution.
  • Costs: Crypto Fund Trader charges $5 per lot on Forex. RebelsFunding has a lower commission of $2 per lot on Forex, though Crypto commissions are higher ($10 per lot).

Swing Trading

Both firms allow holding positions over longer periods, though with significant differences in asset availability:

  • Weekend Holding: Crypto Fund Trader allows holding positions over the weekend. Since they focus on Crypto futures, trading is available 24/7. RebelsFunding also allows weekend holding, but explicitly states that cryptocurrency trading is NOT available during weekends on their platform.
  • Leverage: Swing traders at Crypto Fund Trader enjoy up to 100:1 leverage on Forex and Crypto (Advance accounts). RebelsFunding offers higher leverage for Forex (up to 1:200 in Copper/Bronze) but very restricted leverage for Crypto and Stocks (1:2.5).
  • Risk Management: RebelsFunding’s static drawdown is ideal for swing traders, as it doesn't penalize unrealized profits that might pull back. Crypto Fund Trader's 2-Phase and Instant accounts also use static limits, making them better for this style than their 1-Phase option.
  • Costs: RebelsFunding offers swap-free accounts, which is a major advantage for swing traders. Crypto Fund Trader does not offer swap-free options.

News Trading

Operating during high-impact economic events is permitted but comes with specific "safety" rules:

  • Crypto Fund Trader Restrictions: In the Ascend program, traders cannot open new positions or increase risk (beyond 2%) during the 2 minutes before and after high-impact news. In other programs, news trading is generally allowed without specific time bans.
  • RebelsFunding Restrictions: News trading is allowed, but the firm prohibits "excessive position sizes" during major news or within one hour before the market closes.
  • Payout Impact: At Crypto Fund Trader, simulated profits are capped at $10,000 per trading day/trade, which limits the potential "windfall" from news spikes. RebelsFunding does not specify a daily profit cap but monitors for gambling-like behavior.

Automated Trading (EA)

This is the most significant point of divergence between the two firms:

  • Crypto Fund Trader: Expert Advisors (EAs) and automation are allowed for "normal trading." They prohibit HFT, arbitrage, or exploitation bots. MT5 is the required platform for this style.
  • RebelsFunding: The use of EAs is strictly prohibited. All trading must be manual.
  • Interactions: Because Crypto Fund Trader allows EAs but has a trailing drawdown on 1-Phase accounts, a bot must be specifically coded to manage a moving risk floor.

Copy Trading and Hedging

  • Copy Trading: Crypto Fund Trader allows copy trading between a single trader's own accounts (with specific limits on "Break" accounts) but prohibits copying third parties. RebelsFunding explicitly prohibits all forms of copy trading, whether from third parties or between different traders.
  • Hedging: Both firms prohibit hedging. Crypto Fund Trader bans "abusive hedging," while RebelsFunding bans both bilateral and multilateral hedging.
  • Alternative: Since RebelsFunding prohibits both EAs and Copy Trading, traders who rely on these methods have no alternative within this firm and must opt for Crypto Fund Trader.

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  • If you are a Crypto enthusiast or use EAs: Crypto Fund Trader is the better choice. Their 24/7 trading, Bybit connection, and MT5 support for bots provide the necessary infrastructure that RebelsFunding lacks.
  • If you prefer a conservative, manual approach with static risk: RebelsFunding is superior. Their static drawdown across all plans and the absence of a 5% crypto payout fee make it more cost-effective for disciplined manual traders.
  • If you are a high-leverage Forex trader: RebelsFunding offers up to 1:200 leverage on their entry-level programs, doubling the 1:100 maximum found at Crypto Fund Trader.

Frequently asked questions

Which firm is cheaper to start a $10,000 evaluation, Crypto Fund Trader or RebelsFunding?

Crypto Fund Trader is cheaper for a 1-Phase evaluation, costing $80 for a $10,000 account. In comparison, RebelsFunding's 1-Phase (Gold) costs $114 ($97 with current discounts). If you prefer multiple phases, RebelsFunding's Bronze (3-Phase) is $64 ($55 discounted), while Crypto Fund Trader's 2-Phase is $110.

Can I use Expert Advisors (EAs) in both Crypto Fund Trader and RebelsFunding?

No, you can only use EAs at Crypto Fund Trader, provided they are used for normal trading and not for HFT or arbitrage. RebelsFunding strictly prohibits any form of automated trading or Expert Advisors, requiring all operations to be executed manually on their proprietary platform.

Which firm offers a better drawdown structure for long-term trades, Crypto Fund Trader or RebelsFunding?

RebelsFunding offers a more stable structure for long-term trades because all its programs use a static drawdown (10% or 6% of initial capital). Crypto Fund Trader uses a trailing drawdown for its 1-Phase accounts, which is harder to manage for swing trading; however, their 2-Phase and Instant accounts do offer static limits.

Who has better conditions for withdrawing profits, Crypto Fund Trader or RebelsFunding?

RebelsFunding has more favorable withdrawal conditions as they do not charge payout fees and allow bi-weekly withdrawals starting from $50. Crypto Fund Trader charges a 5% processing fee on crypto payouts (the most common method) and generally requires 15 to 30 days between payouts, unless an optional "Weekly Payout" add-on is purchased for an extra 20% cost.

Field by field

Crypto Fund Trader and RebelsFunding, side by side

Rules, plans, platforms, leverage, commissions and payouts of both, with the option to see only what differs.

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Headquarters

Bahnhofstrasse 21, 6300, Zug, Switzerland

Landererova 8, Bratislava - Staré Mesto 811 09, Slovak Republic

CEO

Alan Sanchez

Marek Soska

Country

Switzerland

Slovakia

Foundation

2022

2023

Banned Countries
No data
Pakistan, Syria, North Korea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iran, Iraq, South Sudan, Sudan, Yemen
Assets
Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto, Stocks
Forex, Commodities, Crypto, Stocks, Indices
Brokers
Proveedor de liquidez, Bybit

Liquidity Providers

Refund
No
Yes

RF Instant

  • 100% fee refund after passing Level 0.

RF Copper (4-Phase)

  • 200% refund with the first commission payment to the RCF account.

RF Bronze (3-Phase)

  • 150% refund with the first commission payment.

RF Silver (2-Phase)

  • 100% refund with the first commission payment.

RF Gold (1-Phase)

  • 0% refund.

RF Diamond

  • 100% refund after passing Level 0.
Payout Fee

5% processing fee on crypto payouts. Only TRC20 USDT supported.

No
Platforms
Metatrader 5, MatchTrader, ByBit
Propietary Platform
Demo Account
Metatrader 5
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Match Trader
ID-PasswordDemoCFT1
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Payout Methods
Crypto, Transfer
Rise, Crypto, Transfer
Payment Methods
Card, Crypto, PayPal, ApplePay, GooglePay
Card, Transfer, Crypto, PayPal
Payout Frequency

1-Phase and 2-Phase: after at least 15 traded days or every 30 calendar days; the Weekly Payout add-on reduces this to 7 traded days. Break: on demand with no minimum traded days after passing, paying the activation fee and meeting the 40% consistency rule. Instant: Withdrawal & Upgrade at 10% profit with no minimum days; earlier withdrawals follow the standard conditions.

Bi-weekly

Crypto Weekend Trading
Yes
No
Maximum Withdrawal

$5,000 per transaction (crypto)

No limit

Minimum Withdrawal
No data

$50

Forex
  • Advance accounts: 100:1
  • Student accounts: 30:1

RF Copper / RF Bronze

  • Max leverage up to 1:200

RF Silver

  • Max leverage up to 1:100

RF Gold / RF Diamond

  • Max leverage up to 1:50
Metals
  • Advance accounts: 100:1
  • Student accounts: 30:1

Max leverage up to 1:25.

Energies
  • Advance accounts: 100:1
  • Student accounts: 30:1

Max leverage up to 1:5.

Indices
  • Advance accounts: 100:1
  • Student accounts: 20:1

Max leverage up to 1:25.

Stocks
  • Advance accounts: 100:1
  • Student accounts: 5:1

Max leverage up to 1:2.5.

Crypto
  • CFT Platform and MetaTrader: Advance accounts 100:1; Student accounts 5:1.
  • Bybit evaluations: up to 100:1, depending on the instrument and the limits available on Bybit.

Max leverage up to 1:2.5.

Forex
5 / lot
2 / lot
Metals
0.001%
2 / lot
Energies
0.001%
2 / lot
Indices
0.01%
2 / lot
Stocks
0.004%
10 / lot
Crypto
0.065%
10 / lot
Commission-Free Option
No
No data
Swap Free
No
Yes
Account Reset

If your final-stage account is suspended, you can request a reset within 30 days as long as:

  • Every trade had a stop-loss.
  • No trade lost more than 2%.

2-Phase (size -> reset)

  • $5,000 -> $180
  • $10,000 -> $345
  • $25,000 -> $760
  • $50,000 -> $1,140
  • $100,000 -> $1,880
  • $200,000 -> $3,620

1-Phase (size -> reset)

  • $5,000 -> $198
  • $10,000 -> $380
  • $25,000 -> $840
  • $50,000 -> $1,255
  • $100,000 -> $2,079
  • $200,000 -> $3,980
No
Add-ons
Yes

1-Phase: Weekly Payout (+20%) and 90% Profit Split (+20%). 2-Phase: Weekly Payout (+20%), 90% Profit Split (+20%), 6% Daily Drawdown (+15%) and 12% Maximum Drawdown (+25%).

No
Instant
Yes
Yes
One Step
Yes
Yes
Account scaling
Yes

Only Instant account can be scaled. Request a withdrawal after 10% profit to double the size of your account up to a max of $1,280,000.

Yes

RF Diamond

  • Automatic scaling: account increases by 60% for every 10% profit achieved, up to Level 8 ($530,000).

Other Programs

  • Successful traders may have their account increased by up to 200% of the initial value upon meeting conditions.
Two Steps
Yes
Yes
Max Drawdown
  • CFT Platform and MetaTrader: 2 Phases and Instant use a static maximum loss; 1 Phase uses trailing drawdown.
  • Bybit: 1-Phase and Break use a balance-based trailing loss limit that locks at the initial balance after sufficient profit. 2-Phase, Ascend and Instant use fixed maximum-loss limits.

Exact limits are shown in each challenge.

RF Copper / RF Bronze / RF Silver

  • 10% overall drawdown of the starting capital, bound to both closed and open trades (static).

RF Gold / RF Diamond

  • 6% overall drawdown of the starting capital, bound to both closed and open trades (static).
Profit Split
  • Instant: 50% at the starting level, then 60%, 70%, 80% and 90% as the account scales.
  • 1 Phase and 2 Phases: 80% in the Final Stage, with an optional 90% add-on.
  • Break: 80% in the Final Stage.

RF Copper / RF Bronze / RF Silver / RF Gold

  • Up to 90% profit commission on the RCF account.

RF Diamond

  • 75% profit commission from the start.
Free Trial
No
Yes

A free trial account is available for traders to try the services. Note that passing the free trial does not entitle the trader to a real account; the full verification process is still required.

Profit After Breach

If your final-stage account is suspended with virtual profits, you can still receive up to 50% in performance rewards if:

  • Every trade had a stop-loss.
  • No single trade lost more than 2%.
  • You traded for at least 15 days.
No data
Daily Drawdown
  • CFT Platform and MetaTrader: 2 Phases, 1 Phase, Instant and Ascend use balance-based daily drawdown.
  • Bybit: daily drawdown is calculated from equity using the account balance at 00:05 UTC. Break accounts do not have a separate daily-loss limit.

Exact limits are shown in each challenge.

RF Copper / RF Bronze / RF Silver

  • 5% daily drawdown based on starting equity at 09:00 PM UTC.

RF Gold (Evaluation Phase)

  • No daily drawdown limit during the evaluation phase; 4% on the funded RCF account.

RF Diamond

  • No daily drawdown limit; only overall drawdown applies.
Three Steps
No
Yes
Max Allocation

Standard Final Stage allocation is capped at $300,000. Instant accounts are separate and can scale to $1,280,000. Break and Ascend accounts also have separate allocation limits.

640,000
Merge Accounts
No
Yes
Maximum Trading Days

Unlimited

Each training phase lasts 999 calendar days from activation, with the exception of the RF Instant program which has no time limit. Marketing materials describe this as 'unlimited time' for most programs.

Minimum Trading Days
  • 1-Phase, 2-Phase and Break: no minimum trading days to pass the evaluation.
  • Instant: no evaluation phase and no minimum days.
  • Ascend: 5 trading days in evaluation.
No
Monthly Competition
No
No
Minimum Profitable Days
No data
No
Expert Advisor (EA)
Limited

Expert Advisors and automation are allowed when used for normal trading. EAs designed for high-frequency trading, tick scalping, arbitrage, reverse trading or exploitation are prohibited.

No
VPN
Yes
No
Hedging
No
No
Requires Stop Loss
No
No
Scalping
Limited

Normal scalping is allowed. Tick scalping, high-frequency trading and latency exploitation are prohibited.

Yes
Stacking / Layering (DCA)
Yes
Yes
Maximum Risk Limit
Yes

Simulated profit is capped at $10,000 per trading day and per trade. Trades closed in parts or opened together as one strategy may be treated as a single trade.

No
Copy Trading
Limited

Copy trading is allowed under the firm's general rules. Break evaluations may be copied only between the same trader's own Break accounts. Copy trading is prohibited in Break Final Stage and between different traders, third parties or coordinated accounts.

No
News Trading
Yes

Ascend

During the two minutes before and after high-impact news or market open, traders must not open or add new positions, nor increase or combine their maximum theoretical loss beyond 2% of the account's initial balance.

Yes
Consistency Rule
Limited

Only Break Final Stage accounts apply a consistency rule: no single trading day may represent more than 40% of total profits. It is checked only when requesting a payout and does not breach the account.

No
Hold Weekend
Yes

Crypto futures trade 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and positions may remain open overnight and over weekends.

Yes
Prohibited Strategies

High-frequency trading, tick scalping, latency or price-feed exploitation, arbitrage, gambling or all-in trading, abusive hedging, reverse trading across accounts and coordinated trading are prohibited. On Bybit, unauthorized deposits into the subaccount, modifying or disconnecting the API, spot trading, options and non-USDT pairs are also prohibited.

  • Hedging (bilateral and multilateral) and arbitrage strategies
  • Trading with external or slow data feeds
  • Excessive position sizes during major news or within 1 hour before market close
  • Trades lasting less than 30 seconds (aggressive scalping)
  • Martingale and one-sided bet multiplication
  • Risk exceeding 1.5% of the current RCF account balance on a single trade or group of trades
  • All forms of price, gap, swap, and reverse arbitrage
  • Account management or trading on behalf of others
  • Third-party copy trading or mirrored group trading
  • Exploiting platform, pricing, execution, or latency errors
Inactivity Rule
No data
No
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