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BrightFunded vs Alpha Capital Group
Full side-by-side breakdown of profit splits, drawdown rules, challenge costs, payout speed, and PFR Score™. Updated for 2026.
🏆 PFR Winner
Alpha Capital Group
4.8/5
PFR Score™
Institutional-grade UK prop firm with in-house broker feeds and aggressive $2M capital scaling.
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| Criteria | BrightFunded | Alpha Capital Group |
|---|---|---|
| PFR Score™ | 4.6 / 5 | ✓4.8 / 5 |
| Max Funding | $400K | ✓$2M |
| Max Profit Split | ✓85% | 80% |
| Challenge Price (Entry) | $97 | $97 |
| Daily Drawdown Limit | 5% | 5% |
| Max Total Drawdown | 10% | 10% |
| Min Trading Days | 3 days | ✓0 days |
| Payout Speed | 8-24 hours | Bi-weekly |
| News Trading | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Weekend Holding | ✅ Allowed | ❌ Not Allowed |
| EA / Algorithmic Trading | ✅ Allowed | ❌ Not Allowed |
| Trustpilot Score | 4.4 / 5.0 | ✓4.8 / 5.0 |
| Trading Platforms | MT5 | MT5, cTrader |
| Tradeable Assets | Forex, Indices, Crypto, Metals | Forex, Indices, Commodities |
| Difficulty | Easy | Medium |
BrightFunded — Pros & Cons
Trade2Earn loyalty program
Ultra-fast payouts (average 8 hours)
Unlimited scaling potential
Only supports MT5 currently
Minimum trading days on certain fast-path models
Alpha Capital Group — Pros & Cons
In-house proprietary broker technology (ACG Markets)
Excellent scaling plan up to $2M
Free monthly competitions and educational resources
Baseline profit split is 80%, lower than some competitors
Automated trading (EAs) requires prior approval
Verdict: Which Firm Should You Choose?
Based on our PFR Score™ methodology, Alpha Capital Group edges ahead in this comparison. Institutional-grade UK prop firm with in-house broker feeds and aggressive $2M capital scaling. However, the best firm for you ultimately depends on your trading style, preferred platform, and risk tolerance.
BrightFunded vs Alpha Capital Group — FAQ
Is BrightFunded or Alpha Capital Group better for funded trading?+
Based on our PFR Score™ methodology, Alpha Capital Group scores higher overall. However, the ideal choice depends on your trading style, preferred instruments, and whether you prioritize profit split or drawdown flexibility.
What is the profit split difference between BrightFunded and Alpha Capital Group?+
BrightFunded offers up to 85% profit split, while Alpha Capital Group offers up to 80% profit split to funded traders.
Which firm has stricter drawdown rules — BrightFunded or Alpha Capital Group?+
BrightFunded enforces a 5% daily drawdown limit and a 10% max total drawdown. Alpha Capital Group enforces a 5% daily drawdown and a 10% total drawdown. Both firms have identical daily drawdown limits.
Can I use automated trading (EAs) with BrightFunded and Alpha Capital Group?+
BrightFunded allows automated Expert Advisors (EAs). Alpha Capital Group does not allow automated EAs.