Research profile
The Trading Pit
European prop firm offering a path from evaluation to a regulated trader contract with The Trading Pit Group.
- Headquarters
- Vaduz, Liechtenstein
- 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, forex, crypto; traders comfortable with an evaluation phase.
Consider alternatives if
you require exchange-traded equities, options; you rely on copy trading.
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Overview
What this firm is and who it serves
The Trading Pit runs CFD and futures evaluation programs (including a CME futures track via Stage 5 Trading) with scaling up to €5M and the option to graduate into a regulated trader contract in Liechtenstein.
"Bridge retail evaluations with regulated professional trader contracts."
At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Evaluation Based prop firm
- Market Focus
- Futures, Forex, Crypto
- Trading Style
- News trading permitted, overnight holding allowed, weekend holding allowed
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders via evaluation
- Based in
- Vaduz, Liechtenstein
- Trader availability
- Not clearly stated
- Known For
- CFD + Futures tracks
- CEO
- Ilan Levy-Mayer
- Team size
- 50–150
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
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
- +Multi-asset programs
- +Professional progression
- +Strong EU compliance posture
Trade-offs
- −Strict consistency rules
- −Higher fees on top tiers
The Trading Pit FAQs
Based on terms reviewed August 29, 2026
What should traders verify before choosing The Trading Pit?+
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 The Trading Pit before purchasing.
Does The Trading Pit offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
The Trading Pit 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 The Trading Pit'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 monthly basis. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
What are The Trading Pit's main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: news trading is allowed, overnight holding is allowed, weekend holding is allowed, copy trading is not 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 The Trading Pit?+
Platforms: MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView, Tradovate, Rithmic. Markets: futures, forex, crypto. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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