Verdict: Who Wins?
Next Level Funded
4 wins
Decisive Win
NYS Markets
2 wins
Best For:
Next Level Funded
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Head-to-Head Comparison
| Next Level Funded | Metric | NYS Markets |
|---|---|---|
| 7.4/10 ★ | PFM Score | 6.9/10 |
| 4.2/5 (403) | TrustPilot | 4.5/5 (107) ★ |
| B | Safety Grade | B+ ★ |
| 69.8 B ★ | Trust Score | 61.6 B |
| 100% (Instant Funding & Instant Pro); 50% on Special Account | Profit Split | 80% (scales up to 100%) ★ |
| 4% on Instant Funding (1-Step & 2-Step); 3% on Instant Pro & Special Account | Daily Drawdown | Instant: 3% daily / 5% trailing. Step 1: 3% daily / 6% max. Step 2: 5% daily / 10% max. |
| On-Demand | Payout Frequency | Weekly |
| $10 ★ | Starting Price | $36 |
| White-Label | Technology | White-Label |
| Match Trader, MT5, TradeLocker | Platforms | Trading View, Match Trader, MT5 |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| Australia | Country | Saint Lucia |
| Nov 2024 | Established | Jan 2015 |
| 20 options | Challenge Options | 6 options |
Price Comparison by Account Size
Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)
| Account Size | Next Level Funded | NYS Markets | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5K | $27 ★ | $36 | Save $9 |
| $10K | $10 ★ | $79 | Save $69 |
| $50K | $154 ★ | $299 | Save $145 |
| $100K | $279 ★ | $529 | Save $250 |
Next Level Funded vs NYS Markets: Detailed Analysis
Next Level Funded and NYS Markets are both CFD firms. NYS Markets has been in business longer, established in 2015, while Next Level Funded was founded in 2024.
In terms of pricing, Next Level Funded is more affordable with challenges starting at $10, which is $26 less than NYS Markets's starting price of $36. Next Level Funded offers 20 challenge options, while NYS Markets offers 6.
Next Level Funded offers 100% (Instant Funding & Instant Pro); 50% on Special Account profit split, while NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%). Next Level Funded pays out On-Demand, and NYS Markets pays out Weekly.
For trust and reputation, Next Level Funded has a 4.2/5 TrustPilot rating with 403 reviews, while NYS Markets has 4.5/5 with 107 reviews. Safety grades: Next Level Funded B, NYS Markets B+.
Overall, Next Level Funded edges ahead winning 4 out of 6 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, Next Level Funded or NYS Markets?
Next Level Funded scores higher overall, winning 4 out of 6 comparison categories including Overall Rating, Starting Price, Trust Score. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.
Which is cheaper, Next Level Funded or NYS Markets?
Next Level Funded has the lower starting price at $10. Next Level Funded offers 20 challenge options starting from $10, while NYS Markets offers 6 options starting from $36.
Which has better reviews, Next Level Funded or NYS Markets?
NYS Markets has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.5/5. Next Level Funded has 403 reviews while NYS Markets has 107.
Which offers a higher profit split, Next Level Funded or NYS Markets?
Next Level Funded offers a higher maximum profit split. Next Level Funded offers 100% (Instant Funding & Instant Pro); 50% on Special Account while NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%).
How fast do Next Level Funded and NYS Markets pay out?
Next Level Funded has On-Demand payouts while NYS Markets offers Weekly payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.