Topstep Active
12+ year operating history. Rare real-capital live tier.
Verified June 2026 · TSL
futures
Quick facts
Drawdown
Trailing intraday
Max drawdown
Trailing (by size)
Profit target
$3,000 on $50K (6%)
Daily loss limit
$1,000 on $50K (2%)
Payout frequency
On request
Days to payout
5 winning days · 1–3 day processing
Activation fee
$149 (Standard Path)
Reset fee
Reset credit each renewal
Account sizes
$50K, $100K, $150K
Plans & true cost
Starting price: $49/mo + $149 act ($50K)
| Plan | Asset | Eval fee | Activation | True cost |
|---|
| 50K Combine | futures | $49/mo | $149 | ongoing |
Click a header to sort. True cost = evaluation fee + activation fee.
Rules to watch
- Trailing intraday drawdown is unforgiving
- No $25K option
- 50% consistency rule
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FAQ
How much does Topstep cost?
Evaluation pricing starts from $49. True cost folds in activation fees on top of the headline price — see the plans table.
What is Topstep's profit split?
Topstep offers 90%. Confirm current terms on the firm's site.
What drawdown does Topstep use?
Topstep uses Trailing intraday. Drawdown type matters more than account size for most traders.
How long do payouts take at Topstep?
Topstep pays out in 5 winning days · 1–3 day processing. Payout cadence: On request.
Is Topstep legit?
As of 2026-06-09, Topstep is on our active list and paying as far as we can verify. Check our status tracker for the latest.