FTMO vs DNA Funded

Two stocks props, one decision. Here’s how FTMO and DNA Funded compare on the things that cost you money.

Side by side

Metric	FTMO	DNA Funded
Cheapest entry (true cost)	$370	$299
Profit split	80% → 90% (scaling)	80% → 90% (add-on)
Drawdown type	Static percentage	Static (challenge) / trailing (instant)
Max drawdown	10%	6%–10% (by plan)
Payout frequency	On-demand (14-day cycle) · fee refunded	14-day (weekly add-on)
Days to payout	14 days to first · on-demand · 1–2 day	14 days (7 with add-on)
Min payout	$20 bank · $50 crypto	$100

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

Longest-running forex prop. $500M+ payouts. US access via OANDA.

Broker-backed (DNA Markets). 800+ instruments incl. stock CFDs.

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Is FTMO or DNA Funded cheaper?

On cheapest true-cost entry, DNA Funded comes in lower. See the table for exact figures.

Which is better, FTMO or DNA Funded?

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.