Verdict: Who Wins?
NYS Markets
5 wins
Decisive Win
ThinkCapital
2 wins
Best For:
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Visual Comparison
Head-to-Head Comparison
| NYS Markets | Metric | ThinkCapital |
|---|---|---|
| 6.9/10 ★ | PFM Score | 6.3/10 |
| 4.5/5 (107) ★ | TrustPilot | 4/5 (609) |
| B+ ★ | Safety Grade | B |
| 61.6 B | Trust Score | 64.9 B ★ |
| 80% (scales up to 100%) ★ | Profit Split | Up to 90% |
| Instant: 3% daily / 5% trailing. Step 1: 3% daily / 6% max. Step 2: 5% daily / 10% max. | Daily Drawdown | 3% equity-based (BOLT/Lightning/Nexus); 4% equity-based (Dual Step Intraday); 4% balance-based (Dual Step Swing) |
| Weekly | Payout Frequency | 14 days |
| $36 ★ | Starting Price | $39 |
| White-Label | Technology | White-Label |
| Trading View, Match Trader, MT5 | Platforms | Trading View, ThinkTrader |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| Saint Lucia | Country | - |
| Jan 2015 | Established | - |
| 6 options | Challenge Options | 25 options |
Price Comparison by Account Size
Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)
| Account Size | NYS Markets | ThinkCapital | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5K | $36 ★ | $39 | Save $3 |
| $10K | $79 | $79 | Same price |
| $50K | $299 | $199 ★ | Save $100 |
| $100K | $529 | $349 ★ | Save $180 |
NYS Markets vs ThinkCapital: Detailed Analysis
NYS Markets and ThinkCapital are both CFD firms.
In terms of pricing, NYS Markets is more affordable with challenges starting at $36, which is $3 less than ThinkCapital's starting price of $39. NYS Markets offers 6 challenge options, while ThinkCapital offers 25.
NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%) profit split, while ThinkCapital offers Up to 90%. NYS Markets pays out Weekly, and ThinkCapital pays out 14 days.
For trust and reputation, NYS Markets has a 4.5/5 TrustPilot rating with 107 reviews, while ThinkCapital has 4/5 with 609 reviews. Safety grades: NYS Markets B+, ThinkCapital B.
Overall, NYS Markets edges ahead winning 5 out of 7 categories we compared. However, the best choice depends on your specific needs - both firms have their strengths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, NYS Markets or ThinkCapital?
NYS Markets scores higher overall, winning 5 out of 7 comparison categories including Overall Rating, TrustPilot, Starting Price. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.
Which is cheaper, NYS Markets or ThinkCapital?
NYS Markets has the lower starting price at $36. NYS Markets offers 6 challenge options starting from $36, while ThinkCapital offers 25 options starting from $39.
Which has better reviews, NYS Markets or ThinkCapital?
NYS Markets has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.5/5. NYS Markets has 107 reviews while ThinkCapital has 609.
Which offers a higher profit split, NYS Markets or ThinkCapital?
NYS Markets offers a higher maximum profit split. NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%) while ThinkCapital offers Up to 90%.
How fast do NYS Markets and ThinkCapital pay out?
NYS Markets has Weekly payouts while ThinkCapital offers 14 days payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.