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Long-Term Scaling and Growth: RebelsFunding vs. The Trading Pit

Choosing between RebelsFunding and The Trading Pit is not just about the entry fee; it is about deciding whether you want a proprietary environment with high capital ceilings or a multi-platform experience that supports automated trading.

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Day one

The entry barrier differs significantly in both cost and technology. RebelsFunding offers a very low entry point with its Copper program ($1,000 account for only $9), whereas The Trading Pit's entry-level 1-Phase account starts at $29 for a $2,500 balance.

Regarding platforms, The Trading Pit provides a standard industry experience with MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, and cTrader. In contrast, RebelsFunding requires traders to use their proprietary "RF-Trader" platform based on TradingView. This is a critical factor on day one because:

  • The Trading Pit allows the use of EAs and VPNs from the start.
  • RebelsFunding strictly prohibits EAs and VPN usage, targeting manual traders exclusively.

The first months

Once the evaluation is passed, the focus shifts to risk management and the first withdrawals. Both firms offer bi-weekly payouts, but the thresholds differ: RebelsFunding allows withdrawals from $50, while The Trading Pit requires a minimum of $100.

Risk rules are also distinct:

  • RebelsFunding uses a static drawdown (10% for most programs, 6% for Diamond/Gold), which is easier to manage as the account grows. However, they enforce a "Single Trade Risk Threshold" of 1.5% per trade.
  • The Trading Pit uses a mix of static and trailing drawdowns. Their Instant Earning accounts and certain high-tier evaluation accounts use a trailing drawdown that follows the highest balance until it reaches the starting capital.

Refunds also arrive in these first months. RebelsFunding is particularly aggressive here, offering up to a 200% refund on the Copper program with the first payout, while The Trading Pit refunds the standard 100% fee after the first or third reward, depending on the purchase date.

The first year

For a trader staying for a year, the "Rebels Club" and scaling programs become the main drivers of value. RebelsFunding has a loyalty program where 12 months of purchases can grant up to a 10% permanent discount and payout bonuses converted into credits.

The scaling mechanics are:

  • RebelsFunding (Diamond): Automatic scaling where the account increases by 60% for every 10% profit achieved.
  • The Trading Pit: Balance increases by 25% but requires a minimum of 2 active months, 2 rewards, and a 10% total profit milestone.

A major differentiator at this stage is account merging. RebelsFunding allows traders to merge accounts to manage a larger single block of capital, whereas The Trading Pit does not support merging, forcing traders to manage separate accounts.

The ceiling

The ultimate potential of both firms is capped by their maximum allocation limits and the speed of their scaling.

  • RebelsFunding offers a higher ceiling with a maximum allocation of $640,000. Their Diamond program can scale up to $530,000 (Level 8) through a structured path.
  • The Trading Pit caps the total allocation at $400,000.

The profit split also evolves. While The Trading Pit offers a flat 80%, RebelsFunding can go up to 90% on their RCF accounts (Copper to Gold), although the Diamond program starts lower at 75%.

Room to grow

RebelsFunding offers a higher path for manual traders who want to build a massive capital base through merging and aggressive 60% scaling steps. However, the proprietary platform and the ban on EAs limit the "room to grow" for technical or algorithmic traders.

The Trading Pit provides a more professional infrastructure for those using specialized software or EAs, but the $400,000 cap and the 25% scaling increments make the journey to the top slower compared to RebelsFunding's potential $640,000.

Frequently asked questions

Which firm is cheaper to start a challenge, RebelsFunding or The Trading Pit?

RebelsFunding is significantly cheaper for those starting with small capital, offering a $1,000 Copper account for just $9. The Trading Pit’s most affordable option is $29 for a $2,500 account. For larger accounts, RebelsFunding remains competitive, with an $80,000 Bronze account costing $280 (discounted), while a similar $100,000 2-Phase challenge at The Trading Pit costs $569.

Which firm offers faster payouts, RebelsFunding or The Trading Pit?

Both firms are tied in frequency, offering payouts every 14 days (bi-weekly). However, RebelsFunding is more accessible for smaller profits, as their minimum withdrawal amount is $50, whereas The Trading Pit requires at least $100 to process a payout.

Can I use Expert Advisors (EAs) on RebelsFunding or The Trading Pit?

The Trading Pit is the only choice for algorithmic traders, as it allows EAs and provides platforms like MT4, MT5, and cTrader. RebelsFunding strictly prohibits the use of EAs and automated trading, as their proprietary RF-Trader platform is designed only for manual execution.

What is the maximum capital I can manage in RebelsFunding vs The Trading Pit?

RebelsFunding allows for a higher total allocation of $640,000 and supports account merging to consolidate capital. The Trading Pit limits the total allocation per trader to $400,000 and does not allow merging accounts into a single balance.

Field by field

RebelsFunding and The Trading Pit, 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

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

Heiligkreuz 6, 9490, Vaduz, Liechtenstein

CEO

Marek Soska

Daniela Egli

Country

Slovakia

Liechtenstein

Foundation

2023

2022

Banned Countries
Pakistan, Syria, North Korea, Democratic Republic of Congo, Iran, Iraq, South Sudan, Sudan, Yemen
Burundi, Cuba, Iran, North Korea (Democratic People's Republic of Korea), South Sudan, Sudan, Syria
Assets
Forex, Commodities, Crypto, Stocks, Indices
Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto, Stocks
Brokers

Liquidity Providers

Orbex, Tickmill
Refund
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)

  • 100% refund with the first commission payment.

RF Silver (2-Phase)

  • 0% refund.

RF Gold (1-Phase)

  • 0% refund.

RF Diamond

  • 100% refund after passing Level 0.
Yes

Challenge fee refunded after the first reward for accounts purchased before 29 April 2026, or after the third reward for accounts purchased from that date.

Payout Fee
No

1%

Platforms
Propietary Platform
Metatrader 4, Metatrader 5, cTrader
Stop Out Level
No data

100%

Payout Methods
Rise, Crypto, Transfer
Transfer, Crypto
Payment Methods
Card, Transfer, Crypto, PayPal
ApplePay, GooglePay, PerfectMoney, Neteller, Skrill, Card, Transfer, Crypto
Payout Frequency

Bi-weekly

14 days

Crypto Weekend Trading
No
Yes
Maximum Withdrawal

No limit

  • Instant Earning Account: the lower of 50% of total realized profit or a cap of $2,500 ($5K, $10K, $20K), $3,500 ($50K) or $4,500 ($100K) per reward. Minimum payout $200, every 14 days. From the second reward onward, any profit above $0 since the last request qualifies.
Minimum Withdrawal

$50

$100

Forex

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
50:1
Metals

Max leverage up to 1:25.

15:1
Energies

Max leverage up to 1:5.

15:1
Indices

Max leverage up to 1:25.

10:1
Stocks

Max leverage up to 1:2.5.

2:1
Crypto

Max leverage up to 1:2.5.

2:1
Forex
2 / lot
5 / lot
Metals
2 / lot
5 / lot
Energies
2 / lot
5 / lot
Indices
2 / lot
5 / lot
Stocks
10 / lot
20%
Crypto
10 / lot
0.2%
Commission-Free Option
No data
No
Swap Free
Yes
No
Account Reset
No
No data
Add-ons
No
No
Instant
Yes
Yes
One Step
Yes
Yes
Account scaling
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.
Yes

Balance increases by 25% after at least 2 active months, 2 rewards and total profit of at least 10% of the initial balance. Every fourth scale-up uses the new balance as its base.

Two Steps
Yes
Yes
Max Drawdown

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).

Static except for 1-Phase $100K/$200K and 2-Phase $100K accounts purchased from 29 April 2026: those trail on end-of-day balance until the starting balance.

  • Instant Earning Account: trailing on the highest balance. The limit stops moving once it reaches the starting balance.
Profit Split

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.

80%

Free Trial
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.

No
Daily Drawdown

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.

Calculated from the previous day's closing balance and updated daily at 16:15 CT.

Three Steps
Yes
No
Max Allocation
640,000
400,000
Merge Accounts
Yes
No
Maximum Trading Days

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.

Unlimited

Minimum Trading Days
No
No data
Monthly Competition
No
No
Minimum Profitable Days
No

3 profitable days of at least 0.5% of the initial balance each; applies to Challenge and Earning.

  • Instant Earning Account: 5 trading days minimum, with no profitable-day requirement.
Expert Advisor (EA)
No
Yes
VPN
No
Yes
Hedging
No
Yes
Requires Stop Loss
No
Yes
Scalping
Yes
Yes

Allowed on CFD Prime, including trades under one minute. High-frequency trading is prohibited.

Stacking / Layering (DCA)
Yes
Yes
Martingale
No data
No
Maximum Risk Limit
No
Yes

Risk per trade idea is capped at 1.5% of initial balance on 1-Phase $100K/$200K. Where the margin rule applies, margin used per trade idea is capped at 40% of initial balance.

  • Instant Earning Account: total risk from all open positions on the same symbol may not exceed 1% ($5K, $10K, $20K) or 0.5% ($50K, $100K) of the starting balance.
Copy Trading
No
Limited

Allowed only between accounts owned by the same trader, including an external account you own. Third-party copying and shared trading are prohibited.

News Trading
Yes
Yes

News trading is allowed except for the $100,000 and $200,000 accounts, in which case it is not allowed to open traders within 2 minutes before or after high-impact news releases

Inactivity Rule
No

21 consecutive days without placing a trade.

Consistency Rule
No
Limited

For 1-Phase $100K/$200K accounts created from 6 July 2026, the best day may not exceed 50% of positive-days profit. It applies in Challenge and Earning; exceeding it requires more profit, not a breach.

  • Instant Earning Account: the best day may not exceed 30% ($5K, $10K, $20K), 25% ($50K) or 20% ($100K) of total profit before requesting a payout.
Hold Weekend
Yes
Limited

Instant Earning Account: positions can be held over the weekend on most instruments, but gold, oil and crypto must be closed before the weekend break.

Prohibited Strategies
  • 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
  • Grid, martingale and similar high-risk strategies
  • High-frequency, latency, reverse, hedging-arbitrage or arbitrage trading
  • Gap trading
  • Overleveraging, overexposure, one-sided bets and hyperactivity
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