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DNA Funded

2.3 B
Saint Lucia CFD
VS

FTMO

2.7 A+
Czech Republic CFD

Verdict: Who Wins?

DNA Funded 2 wins
2 3
FTMO 3 wins
Overall Rating 2.7 vs 2.3
TrustPilot 4.8 vs 3.5
Starting Price $49 vs $155
Profit Split Both Up to 90% (80% default, upgradeable to 90% with add-on)
Safety Grade A+ vs B
Challenge Variety 18 vs 15 options

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders DNA Funded
Trust & reputation FTMO
Fast payouts FTMO

Visual Comparison

DNA Funded FTMO

Head-to-Head Comparison

DNA Funded Metric FTMO
2.3/10 PFM Score 2.7/10
3.5/5 (88) TrustPilot 4.8/5 (41,478)
B Safety Grade A+
Up to 90% (80% default, upgradeable to 90% with add-on) Profit Split Up to 90%
4-5% daily, 6-8% total (varies by plan). HFT/hedging/grid/martingale prohibited. Daily Drawdown 5% daily / 10% max (2-step), 3% daily / 10% max (1-step)
First payout after 14 days (7 days with add-on) Payout Frequency Bi-weekly
$49 Starting Price $155
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
MT5, TradeLocker Platforms cTrader, MT5, MT4
No Direct Path to Funded No
Saint Lucia Country Czech Republic
Jan 2024 Established Jan 2015
18 options Challenge Options 15 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

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

Account Size DNA Funded FTMO Savings
$10K $79 $155 Save $76
$25K $159 $250 Save $91
$50K $289 $345 Save $56
$100K $549 $540 Save $9
$200K $1,079 $1,080 Save $1

DNA Funded vs FTMO: Detailed Analysis

DNA Funded and FTMO are both CFD firms. FTMO has been in business longer, established in 2015, while DNA Funded was founded in 2024.

In terms of pricing, DNA Funded is more affordable with challenges starting at $49, which is $106 less than FTMO's starting price of $155. DNA Funded offers 18 challenge options, while FTMO offers 15.

DNA Funded offers Up to 90% (80% default, upgradeable to 90% with add-on) profit split, while FTMO offers Up to 90%. DNA Funded pays out First payout after 14 days (7 days with add-on), and FTMO pays out Bi-weekly.

For trust and reputation, DNA Funded has a 3.5/5 TrustPilot rating with 88 reviews, while FTMO has 4.8/5 with 41,478 reviews. Safety grades: DNA Funded B, FTMO A+.

This is a close matchup with DNA Funded winning 2 and FTMO winning 3 of the categories we compared. The right choice depends on what matters most to you as a trader.

Pros & Cons

DNA Funded
Pros
Backed by ASIC-regulated DNA Markets, 800+ trading instruments, affordable pricing from $49, TradeLocker platform, 1:50 leverage
Cons
Relatively new firm (2024), limited reviews on TrustPilot, only one platform (TradeLocker), no instant funding option
FTMO
Pros
A well-made scaling plan, a large choice of payment & payout methos
Cons
Slower payouts than other firms

Active Deals & Promo Codes

DNA Funded
25% OFF 25% off all challenge accounts
FTMO

No active deals

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, DNA Funded or FTMO?

Both firms are competitive. DNA Funded wins in 2 categories while FTMO wins in 3. The best choice depends on what you prioritize: pricing, profit split, trust ratings, or payout speed.

Which is cheaper, DNA Funded or FTMO?

DNA Funded has the lower starting price at $49. DNA Funded offers 18 challenge options starting from $49, while FTMO offers 15 options starting from $155.

Which has better reviews, DNA Funded or FTMO?

FTMO has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.8/5. DNA Funded has 88 reviews while FTMO has 41,478.

Which offers a higher profit split, DNA Funded or FTMO?

DNA Funded offers a higher maximum profit split. DNA Funded offers Up to 90% (80% default, upgradeable to 90% with add-on) while FTMO offers Up to 90%.

How fast do DNA Funded and FTMO pay out?

DNA Funded has First payout after 14 days (7 days with add-on) payouts while FTMO offers Bi-weekly payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.