Verdict: Who Wins?
The Upside Funding
2 wins
Goat Funded Trader
5 wins
Our Pick
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Head-to-Head Comparison
| The Upside Funding | Metric | Goat Funded Trader |
|---|---|---|
| 2.4/10 | PFM Score | 3.0/10 ★ |
| 4.8/5 (42) ★ | TrustPilot | 3.4/5 (3,792) Suspended |
| A ★ | Safety Grade | C |
| Up to 90% | Profit Split | 80-100% ★ |
| 1-Step: no daily, 4% trailing / 2-Step: 4% daily static, 8% total static | Daily Drawdown | Varies by plan (2-5% daily, 4-10% total) |
| Fast payouts (on-demand) | Payout Frequency | Bi-weekly (on-demand available) |
| $ | Starting Price | $36 |
| Proprietary | Technology | Proprietary |
| cTrader | Platforms | cTrader, Match Trader, MT5, Volumetrica, TradeLocker |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| Hong Kong | Country | Hong Kong |
| Jan 2020 | Established | Jan 2023 |
| 10 options | Challenge Options | 62 options |
The Upside Funding vs Goat Funded Trader: Detailed Analysis
The Upside Funding and Goat Funded Trader are both CFD firms. The Upside Funding has been in business longer, established in 2020, while Goat Funded Trader was founded in 2023.
The Upside Funding offers Up to 90% profit split, while Goat Funded Trader offers 80-100%. The Upside Funding pays out Fast payouts (on-demand), and Goat Funded Trader pays out Bi-weekly (on-demand available).
For trust and reputation, The Upside Funding has a 4.8/5 TrustPilot rating with 42 reviews, while Goat Funded Trader has 3.4/5 with 3,792 reviews (currently suspended). Safety grades: The Upside Funding A, Goat Funded Trader C.
Overall, Goat Funded Trader 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, The Upside Funding or Goat Funded Trader?
Goat Funded Trader scores higher overall, winning 5 out of 7 comparison categories including Overall Rating, Starting Price, Profit Split. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.
Which has better reviews, The Upside Funding or Goat Funded Trader?
The Upside Funding has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.8/5. The Upside Funding has 42 reviews while Goat Funded Trader has 3,792.
Which offers a higher profit split, The Upside Funding or Goat Funded Trader?
Goat Funded Trader offers a higher maximum profit split. The Upside Funding offers Up to 90% while Goat Funded Trader offers 80-100%.
How fast do The Upside Funding and Goat Funded Trader pay out?
The Upside Funding has Fast payouts (on-demand) payouts while Goat Funded Trader offers Bi-weekly (on-demand available) payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.