Elite Trader Funding vs Phidias

Two futures props, one decision. Here’s how Elite Trader Funding and Phidias compare on the things that cost you money.

Side by side

Metric	Elite Trader Funding	Phidias
Cheapest entry (true cost)	$180	$297
Profit split	Up to 90%	80% → 90% (Premium 75%→100%)
Drawdown type	EOD trailing	Static (E2L) or EOD trailing
Max drawdown	By plan (by size)	3%–5% (by size)
Payout frequency	14-day windows	On-demand (Wallet); ~5–10 days
Days to payout	8 ATDs (cycle 1) · Sim weekly, Live daily	10 days (Fundamental) · 5 (Premium) · Live daily
Min payout	$250 (Live Elite)	$500

Our take: Elite Trader Funding is the cheaper way in. Match the drawdown model to how you actually trade and you're set.

Diamond Hands plan allows overnight/weekend holds. Live path.

Static drawdown on $25K. Gibraltar-registered. Polarized reviews.

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Is Elite Trader Funding or Phidias cheaper?

On cheapest true-cost entry, Elite Trader Funding comes in lower. See the table for exact figures.

Which is better, Elite Trader Funding or Phidias?

It depends on your asset class and drawdown tolerance. The comparison above lays out cost, drawdown and payouts so you decide on facts.

Compared 2026-06-09. Verify current terms on each firm’s site.