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BrightFunded

2.7 C
United Arab Emirates Crypto
VS

Topstep

3.3 B+
United States Futures

Verdict: Who Wins?

BrightFunded 4 wins
4 3
Topstep 3 wins
Overall Rating 3.3 vs 2.7
TrustPilot 4.2 vs 3.4
Starting Price $49 vs $55
Profit Split 80% (up to 100% via scaling) vs 90%
Safety Grade B+ vs C
Challenge Variety 6 vs 3 options
Platform Choice 3 vs 1 platforms

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders Topstep
Maximum profit potential BrightFunded
Trust & reputation BrightFunded

Visual Comparison

BrightFunded Topstep

Head-to-Head Comparison

BrightFunded Metric Topstep
2.7/10 PFM Score 3.3/10
4.2/5 (533) Suspended TrustPilot 3.4/5 (13,823)
C Safety Grade B+
80% (up to 100% via scaling) Profit Split 90%
5% daily / 10% total (EOD trailing) Daily Drawdown Trailing ($2K/$3K/$4.5K by account size)
Biweekly (after first 30 days) Payout Frequency Weekly
$55 Starting Price $49
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
DXTrade, cTrader, MT5 Platforms Topstep X
No Direct Path to Funded Yes
United Arab Emirates Country United States
Sep 2023 Established Jan 2012
6 options Challenge Options 3 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)

Account Size BrightFunded Topstep Savings
$50K $295 $49 Save $246
$100K $495 $99 Save $396

BrightFunded vs Topstep: Detailed Analysis

BrightFunded and Topstep are both Crypto firms. Topstep has been in business longer, established in 2012, while BrightFunded was founded in 2023.

In terms of pricing, Topstep is more affordable with challenges starting at $49, which is $6 less than BrightFunded's starting price of $55. BrightFunded offers 6 challenge options, while Topstep offers 3.

BrightFunded offers 80% (up to 100% via scaling) profit split, while Topstep offers 90%. BrightFunded pays out Biweekly (after first 30 days), and Topstep pays out Weekly.

For trust and reputation, BrightFunded has a 4.2/5 TrustPilot rating with 533 reviews (currently suspended), while Topstep has 3.4/5 with 13,823 reviews. Safety grades: BrightFunded C, Topstep B+.

This is a close matchup with BrightFunded winning 4 and Topstep winning 3 of the categories we compared. The right choice depends on what matters most to you as a trader.

Pros & Cons

BrightFunded
Pros
No consistency rules. Trade2Earn loyalty rewards. 15% evaluation profit reward. Fee refunded on first payout. Up to 1:100 leverage. 150+ instruments (forex, crypto, indices, commodities). Weekly payouts available as add-on.
Cons
TrustPilot SUSPENDED (fake reviews removed). EUR pricing only. cTrader requires €25 add-on. Max allocation \00K.
Topstep
Pros
Dedicated Trading Platform & Community
Cons
Daily Drawdown & Activation Fee

Active Deals & Promo Codes

BrightFunded
10% OFF 10% off (existing customers)
15% OFF 15% off (new customers)
10% OFF 10% off for existing customers
15% OFF 15% off for new customers
Topstep

No active deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, BrightFunded or Topstep?

Both firms are competitive. BrightFunded wins in 4 categories while Topstep wins in 3. The best choice depends on what you prioritize: pricing, profit split, trust ratings, or payout speed.

Which is cheaper, BrightFunded or Topstep?

Topstep has the lower starting price at $49. BrightFunded offers 6 challenge options starting from $55, while Topstep offers 3 options starting from $49.

Which has better reviews, BrightFunded or Topstep?

BrightFunded has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.2/5. BrightFunded has 533 reviews while Topstep has 13,823.

Which offers a higher profit split, BrightFunded or Topstep?

BrightFunded offers a higher maximum profit split. BrightFunded offers 80% (up to 100% via scaling) while Topstep offers 90%.

How fast do BrightFunded and Topstep pay out?

BrightFunded has Biweekly (after first 30 days) payouts while Topstep offers Weekly payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.