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IQ CapitalGuide · checked 2026-10-24
Futures prop firms with no activation fee
An activation fee is a second bill you pay after passing the evaluation. Some firms don't charge one. Here is who, checked on each firm's own page, and what you still pay instead.
Checked on the official site on 2026-10-24
| Firm | Activation fee | What you still pay | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| FundedNext Futures Partner | None | One-time challenge fee (Flex 50K list $141.99); reset $82.99 if you fail. Code TRUECOST at checkout. | fundednext.com/futures |
| FTMO Futures Partner | None | Monthly evaluation subscription until you pass (50K $119/month, price last checked 2026-09-26). | ftmo.com/en/futures |
| Earn2Trade Partner | No upfront fee | The activation fee is deducted from profits on your first withdrawal. Code TRUECOST. | earn2trade.com |
From our last full price check (2026-09-27, not re-checked today)
Our compare tool also lists Tradeify, MyFundedFutures, Alpha Futures and Lucid Trading with a $0 activation fee as of 2026-09-27. Confirm on their sites before you buy.
"No activation fee" is not "cheap"
A firm with no activation fee can still cost more overall if its reset is expensive or it bills monthly. Compare the total after one failed attempt in the compare tool or the true cost calculator.
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Prop firm evaluations are paid products and most buyers never receive a payout. "Funded" accounts are usually simulated. Nothing here is financial advice or a promise of income. Rules and prices change; confirm on the firm's official page before you pay.