Research profile
Elite Trader Funding
Watch flags
Operated by Elite Trader Funding LLC under Delaware law without CFTC or NFA authorization. Watch flags: unregistered entity, non-regulated broker status, short operating history
Futures prop firm with one-step and two-step evaluation accounts and frequent payouts.
- Headquarters
- Las Vegas, USA
- Founded
- 2022
- Funding model
- Evaluation Based
- Availability
- Not clearly stated
U.S. traders: Accepted — verify on the firm's own terms before purchasing.
Profile updated: August 29, 2026 · Primary source types reviewed: firm rules, FAQ and program pages · Research & methodology
May suit
traders focused on futures; traders comfortable with an evaluation phase; traders who want a published scaling path.
Consider alternatives if
you require exchange-traded equities, options.
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Overview
What this firm is and who it serves
Elite Trader Funding (ETF) runs futures evaluations on Rithmic and Tradovate, supports stacking multiple accounts, and offers regular payouts with end-of-day drawdown options.
"Provide simple, scalable futures funding for active traders."
At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Evaluation Based prop firm
- Market Focus
- Futures
- Trading Style
- News trading permitted, copy trading permitted
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders via evaluation
- Based in
- Las Vegas, USA
- Trader availability
- Not clearly stated
- Known For
- Multiple plan types
- CEO
- Tristan Selby
- Team size
- 25–75
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Evaluation
1 Step
Source| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $207 | 6% | $2,000 |
| $100K | $257 | 6% | $3,000 |
| $150K | $347 | — | $5,000 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
Static Drawdown
Source| Account | Fee |
|---|---|
| $10K | $147 |
| $25K | $277 |
| $50K | $497 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
End of Day
Source| Account | Fee | Drawdown |
|---|---|---|
| $50K | $347 | $2,000 |
| $100K | $487 | $3,500 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
Diamond Hands
Source| Account | Fee | Drawdown |
|---|---|---|
| $100K | $397 | $3,500 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
Fast Track
Source| Account | Fee | Drawdown |
|---|---|---|
| $10K | $57 | $500 |
| $10K | $77 | $500 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
Direct to Funded
Source| Account | Fee | Drawdown |
|---|---|---|
| $10K | $357 | $1,500 |
| $50K | $747 | $5,000 |
| $100K | $997 | $5,000 |
- Profit split
- 90–100%
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TradingView, Rithmic, Tickblaze
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
Scaling rules
Stack accounts; multiple plan styles (Fast Pass, Static, Diamond Hands).
Related terms: trailing drawdown · consistency rule · profit split
Platforms & technology
Where and how you trade
Supported platforms
Payout structure
How and when you get paid
Pros & cons
A balanced view based on documented terms
Strengths
- +Flexible drawdown options
- +Heavy discounts
- +Futures specialist
Trade-offs
- −Trailing drawdown on some plans
- −Futures only
Elite Trader Funding FAQs
Based on terms reviewed August 29, 2026
What should traders verify before choosing Elite Trader Funding?+
Review the specific program's drawdown rules, payout eligibility, prohibited strategies, platform availability, refund terms and any country restrictions before purchasing. Terms can differ between programs at the same firm. This profile summarizes the latest documented terms we found, but traders should confirm the current rules directly with Elite Trader Funding before purchasing.
Does Elite Trader Funding offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
Elite Trader Funding offers an evaluation (challenge) path. Program rules, fees and payout terms can differ between paths, so confirm the terms of the specific program you intend to buy.
How do Elite Trader Funding's payouts and profit split work?+
The published profit split is up to 80% of net profits to the trader, depending on the program; payouts are processed on a on-demand after first 14 days basis; first payout eligibility: 14 days, 5 winning days $50+. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
How does Elite Trader Funding's scaling plan work?+
Elite Trader Funding publishes a scaling ceiling of up to $300,000 through scaling. Stack accounts; multiple plan styles (Fast Pass, Static, Diamond Hands). A scaling ceiling is the maximum allocation reachable over time — not the size of an initial funded account.
What are Elite Trader Funding's main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: news trading is allowed, overnight holding is restricted, weekend holding is restricted, copy trading is permitted. Drawdown type and consistency requirements can vary by program, so check the rulebook for the exact program before purchase.
Which platforms and markets are available at Elite Trader Funding?+
Platforms: Rithmic, Tradovate, NinjaTrader, TradingView. Markets: futures. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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