Breakout vs Backed
These two are closely matched on headline terms - the differences live in the rules and pricing detail below.
At a glance
| Breakout | Backed | |
|---|---|---|
| TradingBay Rating | 8.3 ★ | 7.6 |
| Category | Crypto | Crypto |
| Founded | 2023 | 2024 |
| Profit Split | Up to 90% | 90% |
| Payout Cycle | On-Demand | Every 5 Green Days |
| Account Sizes | $5K–$200K | $5K–$200K |
| Cheapest Challenge | $20 | $20 |
| Platforms | Breakout Terminal (web, iOS and Android), DXtrade | Backed web platform |
| Trustpilot | 4.7 | - |
Which is cheaper at $50K and $100K?
Lowest listed price for that account size, across each firm's challenge types.
| Breakout | Backed | |
|---|---|---|
| $25K account | $95 ★ | $100 |
| $50K account | $180 ★ | $200 |
| $100K account | $330 ★ | $380 |
| $200K account | $660 ★ | $720 |
Rules head-to-head
Drawdown type is the rule that catches most traders out - read it before the profit split.
| Breakout | Backed | |
|---|---|---|
| Rules grade | A - Minimal restrictions ★ | B- - Fair rules |
| Drawdown type | Static max drawdown anchored to starting balance: Classic 6%, Pro 5%, Turbo 3% | - |
| Daily loss limit | 3% on every plan, recalculated from balance at 00:30 UTC, equity-based breach | - |
| Profit target | Classic 10%, Pro 12%, Turbo 9% (one phase) | - |
| Consistency rule | None | - |
| News trading | Allowed at every stage (no restrictions) | - |
| EAs / automation | Breakout Terminal and DXtrade only, no MT5/cTrader EAs. Copy trading only between your own accounts | - |
| Weekend holding | Allowed - trading is 24/7 | - |
| Min trading days | None | - |
| Time limit | None | - |
Payouts head-to-head
| Breakout | Backed | |
|---|---|---|
| Profit split (full terms) | 80% default, 90% with the add-on bought at checkout | 80%, 90% with add-on |
| Payout frequency | On-demand (24/7), typically processed within 12-24 hours | Every 5 green days |
| First payout | Same day you are funded, on demand 24/7 | After 5 green days on the funded account |
| Minimum payout | $50 | $50 |
| Scaling | Case-by-case review after roughly three consecutive profitable funded months; firm references scaling up to $2M for top performers (no published formula). Max standard allocation $200K. | - |
Who should choose which?
· You're buying a $50K account ($180 vs $200).
· You want clearer, more stable rules (rules grade A vs B-).
· You want an instant-funded option with no evaluation.
Is Breakout better than Backed?
They are closely matched on headline terms; the differences live in the rules and pricing detail.
Which is cheaper, Breakout or Backed?
Their entry prices are in different currencies or billing models (Breakout: $20, Backed: $20), so there is no like-for-like winner - compare at your account size in the table above.
Does Breakout or Backed allow EAs?
Breakout: Breakout Terminal and DXtrade only, no MT5/cTrader EAs. Copy trading only between your own accounts. Backed: not stated.
Can US traders join Breakout or Backed?
Breakout: yes, the US is not on its restricted list. Backed: not stated.
Which pays out faster, Breakout or Backed?
Breakout: On-demand (24/7), typically processed within 12-24 hours. Backed: Every 5 green days.
Terms last verified against each firm's own site: 2026-10-23 / 2026-11-05. How we rate.