Best prop firm for scalpers
Scalping needs tight spreads, fast execution, and no minimum hold time. EAs and one-click trading must be allowed.
What we looked at
- ✓No minimum hold time
- ✓EA / algo allowed
- ✓Tight spreads (raw or near-raw)
- ✓No "consistency on duration" gotchas
Top picks
1
FTMO
Profit split: 80–90%Daily DD: 5%Max loss: 10%Price: €155 – €1,080
No minimum hold. EAs allowed. Tight spreads on the FTMO server. Industry default for scalpers.
2
MyFundedFX
Profit split: 75–85%Daily DD: 5%Max loss: 10%Price: $49 – $849
Eightcap-powered, tight raw spreads. EA allowed. One-step removes phase-2 patience requirement.
3
True Forex Funds
Profit split: 80%Daily DD: 5%Max loss: 10%Price: $97 – $897
No minimum hold time. EAs allowed. Decent execution.
FAQ
Do prop firms ban scalping?
Modern firms allow it. Older firms may have a "minimum hold" rule (e.g., 30 seconds) — check the rules page before paying.
Can I run an EA on FTMO?
Yes — EAs are allowed on FTMO including on funded accounts. HFT/latency arb is the only restriction.
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