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Topstep vs Alpha Capital Group
Full side-by-side breakdown of profit splits, drawdown rules, challenge costs, payout speed, and PFR Score™. Updated for 2026.
Topstep
4.8/5
PFR Score™
The original pioneer of funded futures trading, providing unmatched regulatory transparency and a direct path to the CME markets for serious professionals.
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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 | Topstep | Alpha Capital Group |
|---|---|---|
| PFR Score™ | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Max Funding | $150K | ✓$2M |
| Max Profit Split | ✓90% | 80% |
| Challenge Price (Entry) | ✓$49 | $97 |
| Daily Drawdown Limit | 4% | ✓5% |
| Max Total Drawdown | 5% | ✓10% |
| Min Trading Days | 0 days | 0 days |
| Payout Speed | 1-2 business days | Bi-weekly |
| News Trading | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
| Weekend Holding | ❌ Not Allowed | ❌ Not Allowed |
| EA / Algorithmic Trading | ✅ Allowed | ❌ Not Allowed |
| Trustpilot Score | 4.3 / 5.0 | ✓4.8 / 5.0 |
| Trading Platforms | NinjaTrader, TradingView, Quantower | MT5, cTrader |
| Tradeable Assets | Futures | Forex, Indices, Commodities |
| Difficulty | Medium | Medium |
Topstep — Pros & Cons
Pioneer in futures prop trading
Very affordable entry at $49
90% profit split
Futures only — no forex/crypto
Lower max funding than competitors
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?
Topstep and Alpha Capital Group are closely matched across our PFR Score™ metrics. Your choice should come down to which drawdown model and platform ecosystem better fits your specific trading strategy.
Topstep vs Alpha Capital Group — FAQ
Is Topstep or Alpha Capital Group better for funded trading?+
Topstep and Alpha Capital Group score equally across key metrics. Choose based on your preferred trading platform and which drawdown structure suits your strategy.
What is the profit split difference between Topstep and Alpha Capital Group?+
Topstep offers up to 90% profit split, while Alpha Capital Group offers up to 80% profit split to funded traders.
Which firm has stricter drawdown rules — Topstep or Alpha Capital Group?+
Topstep enforces a 4% daily drawdown limit and a 5% max total drawdown. Alpha Capital Group enforces a 5% daily drawdown and a 10% total drawdown. Topstep is stricter on daily limits.
Can I use automated trading (EAs) with Topstep and Alpha Capital Group?+
Topstep allows automated Expert Advisors (EAs). Alpha Capital Group does not allow automated EAs.