Review
Company Overview
Funded Trader Markets (FTM) is a prop trading firm that offers funded accounts for traders through 1-step, 2-step, and instant evaluation programs. It promotes itself as a technology and education company based in Cyprus (FTM Funded Trader Markets LTD) and a brokerage entity in Saint Lucia.
The firm emphasizes fast payouts (on-demand payment within 24 hours) and flexibility (no time limit on challenges). FTM ensures that traders can keep up to 100% of their profits in the evaluation programs and up to 80% in the instant funding plans. It also offers swap-free accounts (no overnight fees) and high leverage (up to 1:100). The terms and rules are transparent and published on its official website. FTM does not serve residents of Cuba, Syria, Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, North Korea, or Cyprus, nor does it offer services to the U.S. under its main platforms.
Funding Plans
FTM offers three types of programs: 1-Step (Single-Step), 2-Step (Two-Step), and Instant (Instant Funding). Each plan has unique features:
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1-Step (Nitro, Nitro Pro, Nitro X): Single-step challenges with no time limit. It requires reaching a fixed profit target, with daily and overall drawdown. The Nitro, Nitro Pro, and Nitro X variants differ in their target percentages (10%, 8%, and 6%, respectively) and the strictness of the drawdown. All offer a 100% profit split. Nitro X requires an additional activation fee.
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2-Step (Speed, Standard, Plus, Prime): Evaluations in two successive phases. Each account requires reaching two profit goals (e.g., 8% + 5% in Speed or 10% + 5% in Standard) before accessing real capital. They feature typical daily drawdown of 4% and overall drawdown up to 10%. The programs differ in their goals and risk limits: Speed and Plus aim for 8%+5%; Standard and Prime for 10%+5% or 6%+6% (Prime). The profit split varies between 80%-100%.
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Instant Funding (Standard, Pro, Plus): They skip the evaluation; the trader receives real capital immediately. There are no fixed profit targets (target “None”). Only drawdown limits apply (e.g., Standard: 5% overall and 3% daily; Pro: 3% both; Plus: 6% overall and 3% daily). They allow on-demand withdrawals after 5 trading days. The split is up to 80%.
Below are the detailed conditions for each account size in each program. The tables include the profit target (%), daily and total drawdown (%), and price (USD) according to official data:
1-Step Nitro
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 58 |
| $10,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 129 |
| $25,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 223 |
| $50,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 372 |
| $100,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 622 |
| $200,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 1,096 |
| $300,000 | 10% | 4% | 6% | 1,622 |
1-Step Nitro Pro
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 39 |
| $10,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 49 |
| $25,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 99 |
| $50,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 199 |
| $100,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 349 |
| $200,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 672 |
| $300,000 | 8% | 2% | 3% | 922 |
1-Step Nitro X
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) + Activation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | 6% | 3% | 3% | 147 + 125 |
| $50,000 | 6% | 3% | 3% | 222 + 125 |
| $100,000 | 6% | 3% | 3% | 297 + 125 |
| $150,000 | 6% | 3% | 3% | 347 + 125 |
2-Step Speed
| Account size | 1st step target | 2nd step target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 98 |
| $10,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 190 |
| $25,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 338 |
| $50,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 518 |
| $100,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 838 |
| $200,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 8% | 1,518 |
2-Step Standard
| Account size | 1st step target | 2nd step target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 118 |
| $10,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 218 |
| $25,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 378 |
| $50,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 578 |
| $100,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 958 |
| $200,000 | 10% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 1,658 |
2-Step Plus
| Account size | 1st step target | 2nd step target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 124.5 |
| $10,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 247.5 |
| $25,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 422.5 |
| $50,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 647.5 |
| $100,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 997.5 |
| $200,000 | 8% | 5% | 4% | 10% | 1,747.5 |
2-Step Prime (Beta)
| Account size | 1st step target | 2nd step target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | 6% | 6% | 3% | 6% | 90 |
| $10,000 | 6% | 6% | 3% | 6% | 190 |
| $25,000 | 6% | 6% | 3% | 6% | 310 |
| $50,000 | 6% | 6% | 3% | 6% | 498 |
| $100,000 | 6% | 6% | 3% | 6% | 778 |
Instant Standard
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | – | 3% | 5% | 99 |
| $10,000 | – | 3% | 5% | 139 |
| $25,000 | – | 3% | 5% | 259 |
| $50,000 | – | 3% | 5% | 549 |
| $100,000 | – | 3% | 5% | 1,099 |
Instant Pro
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | – | 3% | 3% | 69 |
| $10,000 | – | 3% | 3% | 109 |
| $25,000 | – | 3% | 3% | 199 |
| $50,000 | – | 3% | 3% | 399 |
| $100,000 | – | 3% | 3% | 769 |
Instant Plus
| Account size | Profit target | Daily drawdown | Total drawdown | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | – | 3% | 6% | 78 |
| $10,000 | – | 3% | 6% | 124 |
| $25,000 | – | 3% | 6% | 227 |
| $50,000 | – | 3% | 6% | 455 |
| $100,000 | – | 3% | 6% | 884 |
Trading Rules
FTM applies clear rules to encourage consistency. The Consistency Rule requires that no single daily gain exceed a percentage of the total profits. Traders must respect daily and overall drawdown limits according to the account (see tables). Partial closures are allowed, but with limits: for example, if a position is held overnight, it can only be closed in up to two parts. Additionally, a minimum of 5 trading days is required in the demo phase (or 3 days on some accounts). Common practices are not explicitly prohibited: FTM allows scalping, news trading, and the use of robots, as long as they do not violate the consistency and drawdown rules.
Deposits and Withdrawals
To purchase an account, you can pay with credit or debit cards and cryptocurrencies (indicating the correct network). FTM is not responsible for losses from incorrect transfers. Profit withdrawals are available on-demand once the criteria are met (reaching the target, consistency rule, and a minimum of 1% of the initial balance). Traders can request payment at any time from 5 days after reaching profit. Available payment methods for withdrawals include cryptocurrencies (USDT TRC20 or USDC ERC20, up to $1000). For larger amounts, FTM uses the Rise platform, which allows payments via cryptocurrencies or bank transfer. FTM guarantees to process payments within 24 hours; if they fail, they double the amount and grant a free account.
Tradable Financial Instruments
FTM offers a wide range of markets. It allows trading over 40 Forex pairs (majors and crosses, e.g., EUR/USD, GBP/JPY). Also included are CFDs on precious metals (gold XAU/USD, silver XAG/USD), energy (Brent and WTI oils), stock indices (DAX GER40, Nikkei JAP225, UK100, NASDAQ US100, WallStreet US30, S&P500 US500), and a wide selection of cryptocurrencies (Bitcoin, Ethereum, Cardano, Solana, etc.). On Forex pairs, a commission of USD 7 per standard lot traded is charged, while on indices and cryptos, there are no transaction fees (commission $0). Fixed spreads are not included in the instrument table, but execution is fast and without evident rejections.
Restricted Countries
FTM does not offer its services to traders residing in Cuba, Syria, Iran, Lebanon, Iraq, Yemen, North Korea, or Cyprus. Its services are also not directed at residents of the U.S. (especially the cTrader and MT5 platforms). This restriction extends to any jurisdiction where the activities are illegal.
Support
FTM’s support includes email and community chat. They can be contacted by email at support@fundedtradermarkets.com. FTM promises to reply within 24 business hours. It also has a community on Discord (link on the website) for support and discussion with traders. There is no public phone support data, but the chat support is responsive.
Technical Aspects
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Platforms: FTM provides top-tier trading platforms. Programs can run on MetaTrader 5 and cTrader (depending on regions). TradeLocker, a tool for order management, is also mentioned.
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Leverage: The leverage offered is up to 1:100 on all plans.
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Brokerage Accounts: FTM acts as a broker on demo accounts (their own or from third parties regulated in Saint Lucia). Operations are carried out in simulated environments until the real funded account is obtained.
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Commissions: As indicated, Forex has a commission of USD 7 per lot; indices, cryptos, and some commodities (oil) have no commission.
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Spreads and slippage: FTM highlights “fast execution” on leading platforms. The official documentation does not detail the spreads, but they are expected to be competitive. In general, significant “slippage” is not reported in normal practice.
Strengths of Funded Trader Markets
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High profit percentages: The evaluation plans allow traders to keep up to 100% of the profits, well above most competitors.
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Variety of programs: Offers multiple funding routes (1-step, 2-step, instant) for traders with different styles and budgets.
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Fast scaling: They allow increasing capital up to $3 million with free scaling and VIP benefits (100% profit share at high levels).
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Express withdrawals: 24-hour payment guarantee, doubling the amount if they are delayed. Many users report withdrawals in 1-2 hours.
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Trading flexibility: No severe restrictions on strategies (news trading, intraday, HFT, robots, etc., are allowed) as long as risk rules are followed.
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Advanced platforms: Use of MT5, cTrader, etc., with fast execution and swap-free. Ideal for technical traders.
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Active support: Community on Discord and responsive chat. The promised 24-hour response makes it easy to clarify doubts quickly.
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Transparent rules: All conditions (targets, drawdowns, fees) are detailed publicly. There is no hidden “fine print.”
In summary, Funded Trader Markets stands out for its flexibility (evaluations with no time limit), high profit percentages, and fast payments. Its different account options cover everyone from beginners to professionals, and the scaling system and support are additional advantages. The complete official information can be consulted on their website.
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