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Best Prop Firms for US Traders 2026

Not all prop firms accept US-based traders. Compare the top firms that welcome American traders, with full regulatory compliance analysis.

How We Compare

Every firm is scored using our transparent 9-metric v2.3 model. No affiliate link influences any ranking. Data is sourced from official firm pages, verified rule records, and public review platforms.

Profit Split

Revenue share, adjusted when consistency rules reduce practical payout value.

Drawdown Rules

Static, trailing, EOD, daily limits, and strictness-adjusted risk room.

Cost & Payout

Entry cost, account range, evaluation structure, and payout frequency.

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Use the live compare tool for side-by-side score, drawdown, entry cost, payout frequency, platforms, and rules. The table uses the same v2.3 score data as the rankings.

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Key Decision Factors

Evaluation Cost & TCF

Total Cost of Funding analysis — the true cost beyond sticker price. Includes fees, retake policies, and reset costs.

Drawdown Model

Static vs trailing vs EOD drawdown. Each model significantly impacts your risk management strategy.

Trading Conditions

Platform availability, EA/bot support, news trading, weekend holding, and documented prohibitions.

Integrity Signals

Operational status, Trustpilot guideline flags, rule consistency, and transparency adjustments.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which prop firms accept US traders?

Several prop firms accept US-based traders. Our comparison includes only firms with verified US acceptance policies.

Do US prop firm traders need to worry about CFTC regulations?

CFTC regulations primarily affect futures prop firms. See our CFTC regulation guide for details.