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Funded Elite vs City Traders Imperium
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right prop trading firm.
Quick Overview
Funded Elite
Established 2023·United Kingdom
DynamiqScore4.3/5.0
Profit Split
60–95%
Evaluation Fee
$120+
Payout Frequency
Bi-weekly
Payout Speed
Within 24h
City Traders Imperium
Established 2018·United Arab Emirates
DynamiqScore4.4/5.0
Profit Split
70–100%
Evaluation Fee
$210+
Payout Frequency
Monthly
Payout Speed
24 hours
Detailed Comparison
| Funded Elite | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Capital | $7 000 – $300 000 | $2,500 – $200 000 |
| Max Capital | $400,000 | $4 000 000 |
| Profit Split | 60% – 95% | 70% – 100%Winner |
| Evaluation Fee | $120 – $700Winner | $210 – $970 |
| Payout Frequency | Bi-weekly | Monthly |
| Payout Speed | Within 24h | 24 hours |
| Commission | $3.5/lot (Forex) | $5/lot (Forex) |
| Established | 2023 | 2018 |
| Country | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates |
Challenge Rules
| Funded Elite | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Loss Limit | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 1 Profit Target | 8%Winner | 10% |
| Phase 1 Max Drawdown | 8% | 10%Winner |
| Phase 1 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Phase 2 Profit Target | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 2 Max Drawdown | 8% | 10%Winner |
| Phase 2 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Min Trading Days | 3Winner | 4 |
Pricing & Account Options
Funded Elite
$7,000
2-Step Challenge
$89
$15,000
2-Step Challenge
$129
$25,000
2-Step Challenge
$199
$50,000
2-Step Challenge
$299
Popular$100,000
2-Step Challenge
$499
$200,000
2-Step Challenge
$899
$300,000
2-Step Challenge
$1299
City Traders Imperium
$5,000
1-Step Challenge
$29
$5,000
2-Step Classic
$39
$10,000
2-Step Classic
$79
$50,000
2-Step Classic
$299
Popular$100,000
2-Step Classic
$499
$2,500
Instant Funding
$69
Ratings & Trust
| Funded Elite | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| DynamiqScore | 4.3 / 5.0 | 4.4 / 5.0Winner |
| Expert Score | 4.3 (1 reviews) | 4.5 (1 reviews)Winner |
| User Score | 4.3 (2 reviews) | 4.3 (2 reviews)Winner |
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.8 / 5.0 | — |
Features & Platforms
| Funded Elite | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 5, TradeLocker | MetaTrader 5, Match-Trader |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Crypto | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Crypto |
| Scaling Available | Yes | Yes |
| Max Scaling Amount | — | $4 000 000 |
Funded Elite — Unique Features
- Automatic Free Retry (Second Chance system)
- Up to $400K funding
- Flash Activation: Start for just $5
- Customizable profit split (60-95%)
- Customizable leverage (1:30 to 1:100)
- Customizable payout frequency (3-21 days)
- Officially licensed MetaTrader 5 and TradeLocker
- Ultra-low spreads from 0.01
- 24/7 support on chat and Discord
- 34% average pass rate
Key Selling Points
- Automatic Free Retry (Second Chance system)
- Up to $400K funding
- Flash Activation: Start for just $5
- Customizable profit split (60-95%)
- Customizable leverage (1:30 to 1:100)
- Customizable payout frequency (3-21 days)
- Officially licensed MetaTrader 5 and TradeLocker
- Ultra-low spreads from 0.01
- 24/7 support on chat and Discord
- 34% average pass rate
City Traders Imperium — Unique Features
- Established since 2018 (7+ years)
- Scale up to $4 million
- Up to 100% profit share through VIP program
- No news restrictions
- 1-Step Challenge: NO daily loss limit
- Free CTI Academy access
- VIP Tiers: Bronze (90%/weekly), Silver (100%/on-demand), Gold (salary)
- 24/7 multilingual support
- Fee refund with first payout
Key Selling Points
- Established since 2018 (7+ years)
- Scale up to $4 million
- Up to 100% profit share through VIP program
- No news restrictions
- 1-Step Challenge: NO daily loss limit
- Free CTI Academy access
- VIP Tiers: Bronze (90%/weekly), Silver (100%/on-demand), Gold (salary potential)
- 24/7 multilingual support
- Fee refund with first payout
Our Verdict
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It's a tie!
Both firms offer competitive features. Your choice depends on your specific trading style and preferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which firm has better profit split?
City Traders Imperium (100% vs 95%)
Which firm has lower evaluation fees?
Funded Elite ($120 vs $210)
Which firm has more lenient trading rules?
Funded Elite
Can I have accounts at both firms?
Yes, most traders hold accounts at multiple prop firms simultaneously to diversify and take advantage of each firm's unique benefits.
