Price is a starting point
The listed evaluation price is what you pay to start. Many firms add an activation fee once you pass, and some charge monthly until you do. Two accounts with the same sticker price can differ by more than the price itself once those are included.
Attempts are part of the cost
Few traders pass every evaluation on the first attempt. A realistic estimate multiplies the cost of one attempt by the number of attempts you expect to need, which is why a slightly cheaper plan with a fairer drawdown can be the better deal.
Monthly vs one-time billing
Subscription plans renew until you pass or cancel. If you expect to need six weeks, you will pay at least two cycles. One-time plans are easier to budget but usually cost more up front.
Use the numbers
Our Funding cost calculator combines the evaluation price, activation fee, billing model and your expected attempts into one figure, using the account data we monitor.
- Compare total cost, not headline price.
- Apply current discounts before ranking.
- Set realistic expectations for attempts and time.
This guide is general education, not financial advice. Rules differ between firms and change over time; always read the firm’s current terms.
