Verdict: Who Wins?
FX2 Funding
1 wins
The Upside Funding
6 wins
Decisive Win
Best For:
The Upside Funding
The Upside Funding
Visual Comparison
Head-to-Head Comparison
| FX2 Funding | Metric | The Upside Funding |
|---|---|---|
| 6.6/10 | PFM Score | 7.1/10 ★ |
| 4.2/5 (454) | TrustPilot | 4.8/5 (43) ★ |
| B | Safety Grade | A ★ |
| 58.6 C | Trust Score | 64.2 B ★ |
| 80% (up to 95% with paid add-on at checkout) ★ | Profit Split | 95% |
| 4% daily (calculated -4% of higher of closed balance vs equity at 5pm EST); Max drawdown 10% static on 2-Step / 6% trailing on 1-Step / 6% fixed on 1-Step Pro & Instant | Daily Drawdown | 1-Step: no daily, 4% trailing / 2-Step: 4% daily static, 8% total static |
| Every 14 days from first trade (every 5 days with paid add-on); processed within 48 hours | Payout Frequency | Fast payouts (on-demand) |
| $465 | Starting Price | $34 ★ |
| White-Label | Technology | Proprietary |
| DXTrade, cTrader, Match Trader, GooeyPro | Platforms | cTrader |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| United States | Country | Hong Kong |
| Jan 2022 | Established | Jan 2020 |
| 1 option | Challenge Options | 12 options |
Price Comparison by Account Size
Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)
| Account Size | FX2 Funding | The Upside Funding | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50K | $465 | $349 ★ | Save $116 |
FX2 Funding vs The Upside Funding: Detailed Analysis
FX2 Funding and The Upside Funding are both CFD firms. The Upside Funding has been in business longer, established in 2020, while FX2 Funding was founded in 2022.
In terms of pricing, The Upside Funding is more affordable with challenges starting at $34, which is $431 less than FX2 Funding's starting price of $465. FX2 Funding offers 1 challenge options, while The Upside Funding offers 12.
FX2 Funding offers 80% (up to 95% with paid add-on at checkout) profit split, while The Upside Funding offers 95%. FX2 Funding pays out Every 14 days from first trade (every 5 days with paid add-on); processed within 48 hours, and The Upside Funding pays out Fast payouts (on-demand).
For trust and reputation, FX2 Funding has a 4.2/5 TrustPilot rating with 454 reviews, while The Upside Funding has 4.8/5 with 43 reviews. Safety grades: FX2 Funding B, The Upside Funding A.
Overall, The Upside Funding edges ahead winning 6 out of 7 categories we compared. However, the best choice depends on your specific needs - both firms have their strengths.
Pros & Cons
FX2 Funding
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The Upside Funding
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Active Deals & Promo Codes
FX2 Funding
No active deals
The Upside Funding
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, FX2 Funding or The Upside Funding?
The Upside Funding scores higher overall, winning 6 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, FX2 Funding or The Upside Funding?
The Upside Funding has the lower starting price at $34. FX2 Funding offers 1 challenge options starting from $465, while The Upside Funding offers 12 options starting from $34.
Which has better reviews, FX2 Funding or The Upside Funding?
The Upside Funding has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.8/5. FX2 Funding has 454 reviews while The Upside Funding has 43.
Which offers a higher profit split, FX2 Funding or The Upside Funding?
FX2 Funding offers a higher maximum profit split. FX2 Funding offers 80% (up to 95% with paid add-on at checkout) while The Upside Funding offers 95%.
How fast do FX2 Funding and The Upside Funding pay out?
FX2 Funding has Every 14 days from first trade (every 5 days with paid add-on); processed within 48 hours payouts while The Upside Funding offers Fast payouts (on-demand) payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.