Profit Split
Definition
Profit split is the percentage division of trading profits between the prop firm and the funded trader. Standard splits range from 70/30 to 90/10 in favor of the trader, with some firms offering up to 100% on initial payouts.
The profit split is one of the most important factors when choosing a prop firm. FTMO offers 80% to traders by default, with the possibility of scaling to 90%. Topstep gives traders 100% of the first $10,000 in profits, then 90% after that. Apex Trader Funding offers 100% of the first $25,000 per account, then 90%.
Some firms adjust the profit split based on performance tiers or account longevity. For example, FundedNext starts at 80% and can scale to 90% as traders demonstrate consistency over multiple payout cycles. It's important to consider the profit split alongside the evaluation cost and rules — a 90% split means nothing if the rules are so strict that few traders succeed.
When evaluating prop firms, calculate the expected value: multiply the profit split by your expected monthly profit, then subtract the evaluation fee amortized over your expected pass rate. PropJournal's prop firm comparison tools help with this analysis.
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