Day one
On day one, the primary differences lie in the evaluation structure and the cost of entry. Fundex operates exclusively with two-step evaluations, while Hypernova focuses on one-step challenges.
- Entry Price: Fundex is generally more accessible for standard risk profiles. A $100,000 "Classic" account costs $529. Hypernova offers a wider price range depending on the risk parameters: the "Precision" $100k account (tight 3% drawdown) is very cheap at $400, but the "Standard" $100k account (7% drawdown) jumps to $1,350.
- Platforms and Assets: Both firms use proprietary platforms. Fundex provides access to 137 markets including crypto, tokenized stocks, and metals. Hypernova offers a broader range, including Forex, Indices, and ETFs, using market data from Hyperliquid.
- Initial Rules: Fundex "Classic" has a 3-minute minimum holding time and a 3% maximum risk per trade during evaluation. Hypernova allows scalping without minimum holding times from the start but enforces a strict static drawdown floor.
The first months
Once the evaluation is passed, the focus shifts to payout efficiency and risk management under funded conditions.
- Risk Management: Fundex evaluation has a 5% daily drawdown, but this limit is removed once funded. However, a 10% decline from the starting balance results in a breach. Hypernova maintains its daily drawdown (3% to 4% depending on the plan) even in the funded stage, recalculated at 00:00 UTC.
- Payouts: Hypernova leads in speed, offering 24/7 on-demand payouts in USDC via Arbitrum, settled in seconds. Fundex also offers on-demand payouts via Rise, usually processed within 60 minutes and guaranteed within 24 hours.
- Profit Split: Fundex starts at 70% (Classic) or 80% (Pro). Hypernova starts at 80% across its plans.
The first year
For a trader reaching the one-year mark, the ability to manage multiple accounts and increase capital becomes the priority.
- Scaling Program:
- Fundex: Does not have a traditional incremental scaling plan (e.g., +25% every 3 months). Instead, it relies on a high initial allocation and the ability to merge accounts.
- Hypernova: The scaling program is officially "announced but not yet available" as of their current beta phase. Traders are currently limited to their initial plan's growth.
- Account Management: Fundex allows merging funded accounts as long as the total does not exceed the maximum allocation. Hypernova allows up to two ongoing assessments simultaneously, but evaluations and funded accounts share the same capital limit.
El techo
The absolute limit of the relationship with these firms is defined by their maximum allocation caps.
- Fundex: The hard ceiling is $400,000 in total funded allocation. Reaching this "ceiling" is straightforward through the purchase and merging of multiple evaluation accounts.
- Hypernova: The maximum allocation is currently capped at $300,000. Because the scaling program is not yet active, the only way to reach this ceiling is by passing the largest available challenges.
Room to grow
The long-term trajectory at Fundex is more clearly defined for high-balance traders. With a $400,000 cap and a merge feature, a trader can consolidate their operations into a single large account. Fundex also offers a "Pro" path that starts with a higher profit split (80%) and fewer trading restrictions (no 3-minute rule), though it comes at a higher initial cost and a tighter 8% maximum drawdown.
Hypernova offers a more "crypto-native" experience with instant liquidity and a broader range of assets (Forex/ETFs), but the lack of an active scaling program and a lower $300,000 cap limits the long-term capital trajectory compared to Fundex. Hypernova is ideal for the efficient scalper who wants immediate access to profits, while Fundex is better suited for the trader looking to eventually manage a larger, consolidated pool of capital.
Frequently asked questions
Which firm is cheaper to get a $100,000 account, Fundex or Hypernova?
It depends on the risk you are willing to take. Fundex offers a $100k "Classic" account for $529 with a 10% drawdown. Hypernova has a $100k "Precision" account for only $400, but it has a very restrictive 3% maximum drawdown. If you want a more comparable 7% drawdown at Hypernova (Standard plan), the price rises significantly to $1,350.
Who pays faster and with better methods, Fundex or Hypernova?
Hypernova is faster, offering near-instant settlement 24/7 via USDC on the Arbitrum network. Fundex is also very efficient, processing most requests within 60 minutes via Rise, but they have a maximum window of 24 hours and do not offer the same "wallet-to-wallet" instant liquidity as Hypernova.
Can I use Expert Advisors (EAs) on both Fundex and Hypernova?
Yes, both allow EAs provided the strategy is your own. Fundex specifically prohibits arbitrage, HFT, and grid strategies. Hypernova also requires self-built bots and prohibits third-party signals or "off-the-shelf" evaluation-passing strategies. Both firms are strict about ensuring the trader is the actual author of the logic.
Which firm offers more tradable assets, Fundex or Hypernova?
Hypernova offers a significantly wider range of assets, including Crypto, Forex, Indices, ETFs, Commodities, and Stocks. Fundex is more focused, offering 137 markets divided between Cryptocurrencies, tokenized Stocks, and Metals. If you need to trade traditional Forex pairs or ETFs, Hypernova is the only option between the two.
