What is Profit Split?
The profit split is the percentage of generated profits the trader retains after each payout cycle. Standard splits range from 75-100% depending on the firm. Some firms offer scaling splits — for example, 80% for the first $10,000 earned, rising to 90% afterward. A few firms offer 100% on first earnings (Topstep's first $5K, Apex's first $25K) as a marketing hook. The remaining percentage goes to the firm.
Real-world example
FundedNext's standard funded account pays an 80% profit split, scaling to 90% after consistency milestones.
Key takeaways
The percentage of trading profits the trader keeps.
Standard splits range from 75-100% depending on the firm.
Some firms offer scaling splits — for example, 80% for the first $10,000 earned, rising to 90% afterward.
A few firms offer 100% on first earnings (Topstep's first $5K, Apex's first $25K) as a marketing hook.
Profit Split vs. Payout
Two terms that frequently get conflated. Here's how they actually differ.
Profit SplitEarnings · ROOKIE
PayoutEarnings · ROOKIE
The percentage of trading profits the trader keeps.
The withdrawal of profits from a funded account.
Frequently asked questions
What is Profit Split?
The profit split is the percentage of generated profits the trader retains after each payout cycle. Standard splits range from 75-100% depending on the firm. Some firms offer scaling splits — for example, 80% for the first $10,000 earned, rising to 90% afterward.
Why does Profit Split matter for prop firm traders?
Profit Split directly affects how much money you actually take home from a funded account. The long-term economics of prop trading turn on small differences in terms like this.
Can you give an example of Profit Split?
FundedNext's standard funded account pays an 80% profit split, scaling to 90% after consistency milestones.
How is Profit Split different from Payout?
Profit Split and Payout are commonly confused. Profit Split: The percentage of trading profits the trader keeps. Payout, by contrast: The withdrawal of profits from a funded account.
What should traders watch out for with Profit Split?
A few firms offer 100% on first earnings (Topstep's first $5K, Apex's first $25K) as a marketing hook. The remaining percentage goes to the firm.