Prop Firm Comparison 2026

City Traders ImperiumvsFutures Elite

Side-by-side analysis of both prop firms. Entry account starting from $20.30.

City Traders Imperium
Forex
30% OFF
1 purchase
Forex5 Programs100% Split
100% split $20.30 entry 4.3 ★
Access CTI →
Coupon: ADHA30
VS
Futures Elite
Futuros
30% OFF
link
FuturosEOD DD3 modelos
90% split $79.20 entry 4.6 ★
Access FE →
Coupon: JUNE30
★★★★☆
4.3
1,686 reviews · Trustpilot
★★★★½
4.6
297 reviews · Trustpilot
Side-by-Side

CTI vs FE, Comparison

Each category shows the winner between the two firms.

DiscountHow much OFF the original price
30% 1 purchase
vs
30% link
Smallest AccountFinal price w/ coupon (cheapest entry)
$20.30
✓ Wins
vs
$79.20
Profit SplitHow much of the profit stays with the trader
100%
vs
90%
DrawdownType of loss limit
Balance-based
vs
EOD / Trailing Equity
DD Limit
-5% / -10%
vs
3-4% trail
Profit Target
8% / 10%
vs
6%
Min. Days
3
vs
1
News Trading
✓ Allowed
vs
✓ Allowed
Day-1 Payout
✗ No
vs
✓ Yes
✓ Wins
Scaling
Yes
vs
Yes
Platforms
Match-Trader
vs
Tradovate, NinjaTrader, Quantower...
TrustpilotReal reputation
4.3 (1,686)
vs
4.6 (297)
✓ Wins
Who should choose

Which firm is better for whom

Choose City Traders Imperium if you...
  • want to start with low capital (from $20.30)
Choose Futures Elite if you...
  • need a Day-1 payout
  • value Trustpilot reputation (4.6 ★)
Frequently Asked Questions

CTI vs FE, FAQ

Which is better: City Traders Imperium or Futures Elite?
It depends on your profile. City Traders Imperium offers 30% off 1 purchase and Balance-based drawdown. Futures Elite offers 30% off link and EOD / Trailing Equity drawdown. Cheapest account: City Traders Imperium (starting from $20.30).
How much does an CTI vs FE account cost?
City Traders Imperium starts at $20.30 with coupon ADHA30. Futures Elite starts at $79.20 with coupon JUNE30.
Does CTI or FE allow news trading?
City Traders Imperium ALLOWS trading during economic news. Futures Elite ALLOWS it.
How long until payout with CTI and FE?
City Traders Imperium does not offer Day-1 payout. Futures Elite releases payout from Day-1.
Can I have accounts with both firms simultaneously?
Yes, it is allowed to have accounts with different prop firms at the same time (multi-prop). Some firms restrict multiple accounts WITHIN the same firm, confirm each firm's rules before purchasing.
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City Traders Imperium
30% OFF · coupon ADHA30
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Futures Elite
30% OFF · coupon JUNE30