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FTMO Futures vs AquaFutures

FTMO Futures vs AquaFutures: which rules fit your trading?

Close call — choose by loss model and payout path.

Compare the exact program rows that shape risk, payout timing, and the chance of surviving the account.

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TSB Fit80 FTMO Futures
TSB Fit78 AquaFutures
Selected program rule pressure comparison
RuleWhat it means and why it matters FTMO FuturesFTMO Futures PRO · $50K / $100K / $150K AquaFuturesInstant Standard · Multiple sizes EdgeWhich firm has the advantage
Profit targetWhat you need to earn $3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 See programme rules Compare rules
Daily lossIntraday loss pressure $1,000 / $1,500 / $2,000 hard limit No mapped daily limit Compare rules
DrawdownHow the breach is measured $3,000 / $4,500 / $6,000 EOD trailing See programme rules Compare rules
Minimum daysRequired trading pace None Verify Verify data
Profit splitHow profits are shared 90% trader / 10% firm See payout rules Compare terms
Payout pathWhen you can get paid Every 5 qualifying days Programme-specific Compare terms
Max scalePublished ceiling Scale pending $450K Compare terms

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Who should pick each firm

FTMO Futures

A strong fit if you want
The decision

AquaFutures

A strong fit if you want
FTMO Futures

Rule fit

Published target: $3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000.

Target Which profit target fits your style?
AquaFutures

Rule fit

Published target: See programme rules.

FTMO Futures

EOD drawdown

Published model: $3,000 / $4,500 / $6,000 EOD trailing.

Risk Which drawdown model do you prefer?
AquaFutures

EOD drawdown

Published model: See programme rules.

FTMO Futures

Platform fit

Works with Tradovate, TradingView, NinjaTrader.

Setup Which operating path fits your workflow?
AquaFutures

Platform fit

Works with Futures dashboard, Tradovate, NinjaTrader.

Our verdict

Different strengths for different traders. Match the rule model to your trading, then verify every factor.

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Decision guide

Which challenge fits your trading?

  1. 01

    Rules first

    Check profit target, drawdown type, and key rule differences.

  2. 02

    Fit second

    Match the platform, market, and payout path to your trading.

  3. 03

    Checkout last

    Verify live price, availability, KYC, and payout terms.

All decision factors

Side-by-side comparison

Use this as a structured shortlist, not as final financial advice. Check live checkout price, KYC availability, rules, and payout terms before buying an evaluation.

Firm comparison by decision factor
Selected firms FTMO FuturesPRO and GROWTH evaluations AquaFuturesInstant Standard · One Step Beginner · One Step Standard
TSB Fit Score 80/100 Strong comparison candidate 78/100 Strong comparison candidate
Markets Futures Futures
Platforms Tradovate, TradingView, NinjaTrader Futures dashboard, Tradovate, NinjaTrader
Evaluation model PRO and GROWTH evaluations Instant Standard · One Step Beginner · One Step Standard
Primary account size $50K / $100K / $150K Multiple sizes
Primary fee Monthly from $139; reset from $129 Choose an exact reviewed configuration
Profit target $3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 See programme rules
Daily loss $1,000 / $1,500 / $2,000 hard limit No mapped daily limit
Max loss / drawdown $3,000 / $4,500 / $6,000 EOD trailing See programme rules
Payout terms 90% trader / 10% firm / Every 5 qualifying days See payout rules / Programme-specific
Max scale Scale pending $450K
External trust signal External review check 3.9 / 500+ reviews
Mapped plans

Program rows and payout detail

These are the connected program rows TSB is using for this comparison. A firm can have multiple plans, so treat this as the mapped decision row and verify the official checkout before paying.

Mapped challenge programs, rule structure, loss limits, price, and payout details
Firm & program Structure Loss limits Price & payout
FTMO Futures 2 mapped programs
Program FTMO Futures PRO Connected research row Account$50K / $100K / $150K Steps1 step Target$3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 Daily loss$1,000 / $1,500 / $2,000 hard limit Max loss$3,000 / $4,500 / $6,000 EOD trailing PriceMonthly from $139; reset from $129 Profit split90% trader / 10% firm Payout pathEvery 5 qualifying days
Decision note

Balanced evaluation: hard daily limit, 50% consistency objective, and full eligible-profit withdrawal within the payout cap.
Program FTMO Futures GROWTH Connected research row Account$50K / $100K / $150K Steps1 step Target$3,000 / $6,000 / $9,000 Daily lossNo Evaluation daily-loss rule Max loss$2,000 / $3,500 / $5,000 EOD trailing PriceMonthly from $119; reset from $109 Profit split90% trader / 10% firm Payout pathEvery 4 qualifying days
Decision note

Lower-cost evaluation: no evaluation daily-loss rule, a 40% consistency objective, and a soft daily stop after funding.
AquaFutures 3 mapped programs
Program Instant Standard Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes StepsInstant funding TargetSee programme rules Daily lossNo mapped daily limit Max lossSee programme rules PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitSee payout rules Payout pathProgramme-specific
Decision note

Primary pressure: end of day trailing then locks at starting balance plus 100 drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Program One Step Beginner Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes Steps1 step TargetSee programme rules Daily lossNo mapped daily limit Max lossSee programme rules PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitSee payout rules Payout pathProgramme-specific
Decision note

Primary pressure: end of day trailing then locks at starting balance plus 100 drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Program One Step Flex Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes Steps1 step TargetSee programme rules Daily lossNo mapped daily limit Max lossSee programme rules PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitSee payout rules Payout pathProgramme-specific
Decision note

Use the complete programme rules and an exact commercial configuration before checkout.
Evidence

Source and rule coverage

See what is officially mapped, where outside reputation data comes from, and which rule details still need a live check.

Evidence coverage and official source links for the two firms
Firm Program evidence External trust Rule checks Action
FTMO FuturesPRO and GROWTH evaluations Official source mapped Official FTMO Futures rules, pricing, platforms, and payout terms reviewed

Balanced evaluation: hard daily limit, 50% consistency objective, and full eligible-profit withdrawal within the payout cap.

 External review check External review source
  • Drawdown model: $3,000 / $4,500 / $6,000 EOD trailing. Size positions from usable buffer, not headline allocation.
 Official source
AquaFuturesInstant Standard · One Step Beginner · One Step Standard Official source mapped Official source dossier reviewed 2026-09-11

Primary pressure: end of day trailing then locks at starting balance plus 100 drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.

 3.9 / 500+ reviews Trustpilot snapshot
  • Drawdown model: See programme rules. Size positions from usable buffer, not headline allocation.
  • Daily loss: No mapped daily limit. Check whether equity, balance, or end-of-day logic is used.
 Official source
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Best next checks

01 RulesCompare drawdown model, daily loss, consistency rules, news restrictions, scaling, and payout timing. Open rules monitor 02 OffersCheck whether either firm has a current code, and keep that separate from the actual rule fit. Open offer tracker
Quick answers

FTMO Futures vs AquaFutures FAQ

  • 01

    Which side should I trust more?

    Use the side with stronger source coverage and rules that match your market. TSB Fit Score is a shortlist signal, not a guarantee.

  • 02

    Can a promo code change the decision?

    It can change checkout price, but it should not override drawdown pressure, payout terms, country availability, or platform fit.

  • 03

    What do the edge labels mean?

    Tie means the shown values match. Compare rules or terms means the details are not safely interchangeable. Verify data appears only when a selected value is missing. A named edge compares the displayed value, not qualifying-day definitions or payout eligibility.