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Alpha Futures: SmartPropFirm 8.5 out of 10, from 432 verified reviews, grade B
CEO / FounderGeorge Kohler & Andrew Blaylock
CountryUnited Kingdom
Founded2023
Age3 years
Profit split
Traders keep 90%Split 90/10 • Firm keeps 10%
News trading
Allowed across all phases
Max funded
5 accounts / $750,000
Account types
Evaluation, Funded

Trader reviews of Alpha Futures

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B8.5/10
Based on 432 SPF reviews
Rating Distribution
5
306
4
97
3
16
2
10
1
3
Category Averages
Customer Care
8.5/10B
Trading Rules
8.6/10B
User Experience
8.6/10B
Payout Process
8.3/10B
91% of 432 traders recommend this firm
Account Size
$50,000430
$25,00087
$100,00042
$150,00017
Account Types
Zero Plan340
Premium Plan114
Zero61
Advanced Plan30
Advanced9
Standard9
Standard Plan9
Direct4
81–90 of 432 Reviews
What people love
What people flag
Rated 2.6 out of 5
Joel Brinkhall
Zero Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallNot Advised
F5.3/10

Not recommended for alpha

Review

I genuinely wanted to give Alpha Futures a positive review because, overall, I liked the firm. The platform, trading environment, and rules were good, and I initially had a great experience. However, I can no longer recommend them based on my own experience. My payout was denied, and my funded accounts were terminated. Unfortunately, this wasn't the first time. Previously, on a 100K Zero account, my payout was also denied because they claimed I had traded during restricted news events. I disputed that decision because I keep detailed trading journals and records of every trade. After reviewing the evidence, they reinstated my accounts and approved my payout. Despite that outcome, having to go through the same type of issue again has significantly reduced my confidence in the firm. While I appreciate the trading conditions they offer, I don't feel comfortable recommending a prop firm where I've experienced multiple payout disputes and account terminations. This review reflects only my personal experience, but based on that experience, I can no longer recommend Alpha Futures.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

5000+

Payout Evidence
Trading
F
4.0/10
Support
D
6.0/10
UX
C
7.0/10
Payout
F
4.0/10
Highlights

Good Pricing

Account Scaling, Flexible Trading

Concerns

Slow, Inconsistent, or Denied Payouts

Poor Support

Would Recommend?
No, I don't recommend this firm
Rated 4.4 out of 5
Kenneth Jesnig
Zero Plan $25,000Zero Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallGreat
B8.8/10

Review for alpha

Review

Great firm overall. Pretty fast payouts and straight forward rules. Never had any issues trading with alpha. I’d say they’re slightly on the expensive side but other than that I highly recommend.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

$3,204

Payout Evidence
Trading
B
8.0/10
Support
A
9.0/10
UX
A
9.0/10
Payout
A
9.0/10
Highlights

Fast & Consistent Payouts

Fair & Transparent Rules, Great Support, Easy Platform & Dashboard, Strong Reputation

Concerns

Expensive

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 3.8 out of 5
Zaher Jalloul
Zero Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallAverage
C7.5/10

Not recommended for alpha

Review

They are okay! I passeed my account. Followed all the rules went to request my payout and was told i violated the news rule because i made $32.50. I was in the trade for 41 seconds and they denied my payout. I tried to say just deduct that from the payout but they wouldn't. I know rules are rules; but we are working so hard to get payouts and they tell you that you made a $32.50 error by trading news. Thats gut wrenching.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

$1500 MINUS THE 90/10 SPLIT

Payout Evidence
Trading
F
4.0/10
Support
A
9.0/10
UX
B
8.0/10
Payout
A
9.0/10
Highlights

Flexible Trading

Concerns

Strict Trading Rules

Would Recommend?
No, I don't recommend this firm
Rated 5.0 out of 5
sai manish
Advanced Plan $150,000Zero Plan $100,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A10.0/10

Review for alpha

Review

I've been trading with Alpha Futures for quite some time now, and my experience with the firm has been overwhelmingly positive. Over the course of my journey, I've received roughly **$20,000 in payouts**, and every single payout has been processed swiftly, without delays or unnecessary complications. That level of consistency and professionalism is one of the main reasons I've continued to trust the firm. Like everyone else, I'm aware that Alpha Futures is currently going through a challenging period. While it's understandable that this has created uncertainty within the community, I believe it's important to judge a company by its long-term track record rather than a single difficult chapter. Based on my personal experience, Alpha has always honored its commitments to me, maintained a reliable payout process, and provided a solid trading environment. Every business faces obstacles at some point. What truly defines a firm is how it responds to those challenges, and I genuinely believe Alpha Futures will work through the current situation and continue honoring its commitments to traders. They've built a reputation over time, and I'm hopeful they'll emerge from this stronger. I can only speak from my own experience, and based on that experience, Alpha Futures has been a dependable firm with excellent execution, fast payouts, and a team that has delivered on its promises. I'm looking forward to seeing the firm navigate this period successfully and continue serving the trading community.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

$17,900

Payout Evidence
Trading
A
10.0/10
Support
A
10.0/10
UX
A
10.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Fair & Transparent Rules

Fast & Consistent Payouts, Great Support, Easy Platform & Dashboard, Strong Reputation, Flexible Trading

Concerns

Limited Instruments or Platform Options

High Requirements, Limited Scaling

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 5.0 out of 5
Saksham Agarwal
Zero Plan $50,000Zero Plan $25,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallExcellent
A10.0/10

Review for alpha

Review

The firm is good, they have a great platform also their customer support is really helpful. So I would really recommend you guys to check it out.

Trading
A
10.0/10
Support
A
10.0/10
UX
A
10.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Good Pricing

Great Support, Fair & Transparent Rules, Fast & Consistent Payouts, Easy Platform & Dashboard, Strong Reputation, Account Scaling, Flexible Trading

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 3.1 out of 5
Jose Sandoval
Advanced Plan $50,000Zero Plan $25,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallBelow Average
D6.3/10

Not recommended for alpha

Review

Have had a great experience with until recent events where they pulled premium plans and withheld payments for traders. It’s really hard to get that trust back but they have a hard road ahead of them. I always used their advanced accounts and the few times I was funded with them my experience was great. I can no longer trade at a place that pulls stunts like that to my fellow traders. I wish them the best but extremely thankful for a platform like the Smart prop firm where they are protecting and helping the ones that were affected.

Trading
C
7.0/10
Support
C
7.0/10
UX
D
6.0/10
Payout
F
5.0/10
Highlights

Fair & Transparent Rules

Concerns

Slow, Inconsistent, or Denied Payouts

Poor Support, Expensive

Would Recommend?
No, I don't recommend this firm
Rated 4.9 out of 5
Dennis
Zero Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.8/10

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Review

Overall, I had great experiences with Alpha Futures and their Zero plans. These plans were really geared towards my trading style, and the ability to pass them in one day was a huge bonus. The biggest drawback is that they no longer support Tradovate, and that's my preferred trading platform. But overall, good experience with fast payouts.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

1,750

Payout Evidence
Trading
A
9.0/10
Support
A
10.0/10
UX
A
10.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Fast & Consistent Payouts

Fair & Transparent Rules, Great Support, Good Pricing, Strong Reputation, Flexible Trading

Concerns

Limited Instruments or Platform Options

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.7 out of 5
niklas nilsson
Premium Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.3/10

Review for alpha

Review

I've had a great experience trading with Alpha Futures so far. What stands out most is how transparent and trader-friendly their rules are compared to many other prop firms. The evaluation process is straightforward, and the account rules are clearly explained, making it easier to focus on trading rather than worrying about hidden restrictions. The payout system is one of Alpha Futures' strongest features. Payouts are available frequently depending on the account type, profit splits can reach up to 90%, and withdrawal requests are typically processed within 48 business hours. The process has been smooth and reliable in my experience, which is one of the most important factors when choosing a prop firm. Another highlight is their customer support. Whenever I've had questions, the support team has responded quickly and professionally. They seem genuinely interested in helping traders succeed rather than simply enforcing rules. The support channels are active, and issues are usually resolved efficiently. Community feedback often praises the responsiveness of the support team as well. Overall, Alpha Futures offers a solid combination of fair rules, reliable payouts, and excellent support. For futures traders looking for a prop firm with a transparent structure and a professional approach, Alpha Futures is definitely worth considering.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

5000

Payout Evidence
Trading
A
9.0/10
Support
A
9.0/10
UX
A
9.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Fair & Transparent Rules

Fast & Consistent Payouts, Great Support

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.2 out of 5
ARAVIND KOLLI
Advanced Plan $150,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallGreat
B8.3/10

Review for alpha

Review

Alpha futures plans are good mainly advanced plan. However there are certain platform issues related to `alpha trader`. This platform is not yet stable. Every change on the platform needs re-login and sometimes copy trading gets disconnected, and yet risk settings are not available on the platform. i would recommend to choose other platform other than alpha trader.

Trading
B
8.0/10
Support
A
10.0/10
UX
B
8.0/10
Payout
C
7.0/10
Highlights

Good Pricing

Fast & Consistent Payouts, Fair & Transparent Rules, Great Support, Account Scaling, Flexible Trading

Concerns

Limited Instruments or Platform Options

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 3.4 out of 5
Grum Kebede
Premium Plan $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallBelow Average
D6.8/10

Review for alpha

Review

UI is solid for the firm. Rules are straightforward and the options of types of accounts gives the trader flexibility to choose based off trading style. Not a fan of the no refunds whatsoever policy. Prices could be better.

Trading
B
8.0/10
Support
C
7.0/10
UX
C
7.0/10
Payout
F
5.0/10
Highlights

Easy Platform & Dashboard

Flexible Trading

Concerns

Expensive

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm

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Profit Target / Drawdown
$1,500 / $1,000
Drawdown Type
EOD
Daily Loss Limit
$500
Max Contract Size
1
News Trading
Allowed
Minimum Days to Pass
1 day
Minimum Days for Payout
5 days

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