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Overall rating 80 out of 100, grade B. SmartPropFirm 8.8 out of 10, from 114 verified reviews. Trustpilot 3.6 out of 5
CEO / FounderMichael Patak
CountryUnited States
Founded2012
Age14 years
News trading
Allowed across all phases
Max funded
5 accounts
Account types
Evaluation

Trader reviews of Topstep

Read 114 published reviews. The latest review was published .

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B8.8/10
Based on 114 SPF reviews
Rating Distribution
5
87
4
24
3
3
2
0
1
0
Category Averages
Customer Care
8.5/10B
Trading Rules
9.1/10A
User Experience
8.7/10B
Payout Process
8.9/10B
96% of 114 traders recommend this firm
Account Size
$50,000140
$150,00030
$100,00015
$25,0003
Account Types
No Activation Fee Path106
Standard Path79
Labs 25K Static Combine3
11–20 of 114 Reviews
What people love
What people flag
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Michael Pfeifhofer
Standard Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.5/10

Review for topstep

Review

I have traded with many Future Prop Firms, and I got Payouts on multile of them, but the most money I´ve made with Topstep and also for me the Project X Plattform is really good

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

6000$-8000$

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

Fast & Consistent Payouts

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

Concerns

Expensive

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 3.6 out of 5
Huzaifa Subzwari
Standard Path $50,000No Activation Fee Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallAverage
C7.3/10

Not recommended for topstep

Review

Topstep was the first firm I started trading with. Overall I really like the setup. The $3,000 profit target and $2,000 maximum loss limit feel reasonable, and being able to trade up to 5 minis or 50 micros gives plenty of flexibility with position sizing. The 50% consistency target in the Combine is also pretty manageable once you understand how it works. One thing I’m not a huge fan of is the monthly subscription model if it takes you longer to pass, but Topstep has been around for a long time and has built a strong reputation in the futures funding space. I also like that after passing you move into an Express Funded Account and can work toward real payouts, with traders keeping 90% of their profits under the current payout structure. Overall, the Topstep 50K is one of the better all-around accounts in my opinion. The rules are straightforward, the drawdown is manageable with proper risk management, and the company’s track record makes me feel more comfortable trading with them compared to newer firms.

Trading
A
9.0/10
Support
F
5.0/10
UX
F
5.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Easy Platform & Dashboard

Fast & Consistent Payouts, Fair & Transparent Rules

Concerns

Poor Support

Expensive

Would Recommend?
No, I don't recommend this firm
Rated 4.5 out of 5
Lucas Hugen
No Activation Fee Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallExcellent
A9.0/10

Review for topstep

Review

I like topstep because they have projectX and good rules its a little more expensive than lucid trading but the rules are almost the same

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

Great Support

Fair & Transparent Rules

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Omkar Hooli
No Activation Fee Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallExcellent
A9.5/10

Review for topstep

Review

My overall experience with Topstep has been very positive. The platform is straightforward to use, the trading rules are clearly explained, and the overall process feels professional and well organized. I also appreciate the support and the opportunities Topstep provides for traders to improve their consistency and discipline. Overall, I would recommend Topstep to traders looking for a structured and reliable trading program.

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

Strong Reputation

Easy Platform & Dashboard, Fair & Transparent Rules

Concerns

Expensive

Poor Support

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.7 out of 5
Kuldeep Dusanj
Standard Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.3/10

Review for topstep

Review

Topstep have always been the big player setting the standard. I had a break with them but returned recently and can say that their TSX system has improved dramatically. They've restructured their products and are now back in the mix leading the way in the industry.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

5000

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

Strong Reputation

Great Support

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.8 out of 5
Kevin Gbadegbegnon
No Activation Fee Path $50,000No Activation Fee Path $150,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.5/10

Review for topstep

Review

Topstep is an old firm, they've been around for more than 10 years and all I can say, if you're looking for the most reliable firm with great decent pricing. Topstep is the number 1. As a beginner, their platform makes it easier to trade, to manage your risk. All I can say, everyone should include Topstep in their prop.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

7000

Payout Evidence
Trading
A
10.0/10
Support
B
8.0/10
UX
A
10.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Easy Platform & Dashboard

Fast & Consistent Payouts, Fair & Transparent Rules, Great Support, Good Pricing, Strong Reputation, Account Scaling, Flexible Trading

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 3.6 out of 5
Mark
Standard Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallAverage
C7.3/10

Review for topstep

Review

I had my first account with Topstep in 2018, when there was still a 2 step eval, and there weren't many options out there. Topstep is the creator of this space, and they deserve all the credit for being the first ones with this concept. That being said, the recent changes have made it hard to continue with them, since they require TopstepX and no longer offer connections through Tradovate or Rithmic. The only way that I would trade with Topstep would be if I really needed to scale to the last drop, and had a cloud-based trade copier that could copy these accounts for me. Since I prefer to use Ninja with Tradovate and Rithmic, or multiple Rithmic logins through Quantower, it just doesn't make sense to try and add this additional TopstepX platform simply to trade on Topstep. These guys are the OG in the space, they get my respect for that. Just wish they were more open-minded on which platforms their traders are allowed to use.

Trading
C
7.0/10
Support
D
6.0/10
UX
D
6.0/10
Payout
A
10.0/10
Highlights

Strong Reputation

Concerns

Limited Instruments or Platform Options

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 5.0 out of 5
Mouneshwar Kalaikumar
No Activation Fee Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified Purchase
OverallExcellent
A10.0/10

Review for topstep

Review

Topstep has always stood out to me because of its innovation. One of the biggest reasons I like trading with them is the **TopstepX platform**. They were among the first prop firms to offer a modern, polished trading platform at a time when most firms were still relying solely on Tradovate. The overall trading experience feels much smoother and more user-friendly. Another thing that impressed me was their customer support. During a technical outage that affected my trading, their team handled the situation professionally and even **restored my losses caused by the platform issue**. That level of fairness and customer care gave me a lot of confidence in the firm. I also think their **$50K account** is competitively priced, especially since **there's no activation fee** after getting funded. It keeps the overall cost lower compared to many other firms. The only thing I'd like to see improved is the pricing model. I think it would be even better if they offered a **one-time purchase option** instead of the recurring monthly evaluation fee, giving traders more flexibility in how they choose to participate. Overall, Topstep is one of the most professional futures prop firms in the industry. Between the excellent TopstepX platform, fair customer support, and competitive pricing, it's a firm I'd confidently recommend to traders looking for a reliable funding partner.

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

Great Support

Fair & Transparent Rules, Easy Platform & Dashboard, Good Pricing

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.9 out of 5
Mayank Gupta
Standard Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallExcellent
A9.8/10

Review for topstep

Review

I've been trading with Topstep since 2024 and have had a very positive experience overall. I've received many payouts during that time and have never had a payout denied. That consistency and reliability is one of the biggest reasons I continue to trust Topstep. They're also one of the more established names in the industry, which gives me confidence knowing they've been around for years and have a proven track record of paying traders. TopstepX is another major positive. The platform is clean, fast and built specifically for futures traders. The risk settings are especially useful. You can set personal daily loss limits, profit targets, contract limits and trade limits, and even lock yourself out of trading for the remainder of the session. These tools are genuinely helpful for preventing overtrading and keeping emotions from turning one bad trade into a bad day. I also think the pricing is very reasonable, especially with the options Topstep has introduced for traders who choose a Daily Loss Limit (DLL). Currently, adding a DLL can give you discounted pricing while also doubling your payout caps once funded. I like that Topstep is actually rewarding traders for putting stronger risk controls in place. Customer service has also been excellent in my experience. Whenever I've had an issue, their team has been responsive and has worked to get it resolved. After trading with Topstep for a couple of years, they've earned my trust. Reliable payouts, good pricing, excellent risk-management tools, a great trading platform and responsive support make Topstep an easy company for me to recommend.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

$20000

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

Strong Reputation

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

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm
Rated 4.3 out of 5
Hak Lay
No Activation Fee Path $50,000
EvaluationVerified PurchasePayout Verified
OverallGreat
B8.5/10

Review for topstep

Review

I have been trading with TS since 2024, they are one of my top notch firm when it came to payout, no question ask just pay. They also had a simple rule compare to the other firm and their trading platform TopStepX was very user friendly and easy to use. Overall experience was good so far, never face any issue with the account and payout, they are reliable and trustworthy firm to trade with.

Reached Payout
Yes
Paid Approx

14,036$ But I also spend a lot too, I guess more than the payout.

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

Strong Reputation

Good Pricing, Easy Platform & Dashboard, Flexible Trading, Fair & Transparent Rules

No Concerns

Smooth experience. No issue reported.

Would Recommend?
Yes, I recommend this firm

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Profit Target / Drawdown
$3,000 / $2,000
Drawdown Type
EOD
Daily Loss Limit
$1,000
Max Contract Size
5
News Trading
Allowed
Minimum Days to Pass
2 days
Minimum Days for Payout
N/A

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