Executive Summary
Funded Trading Plus (FT+) represents a strategically positioned proprietary trading firm in the evolving landscape of funded trading opportunities. Founded in November 2021 and headquartered at 7 Bell Yard, London, the firm has established itself as a significant player in the prop trading industry with a differentiated approach to trader evaluation and funding.
The firm operates with $100k accounts for as little as $399 through unique simulated-live funded trading programs offering a simple route up to a $5m trading account. What distinguishes FT+ from competitors is its comprehensive program portfolio, transparent fee structure, and trader-centric approach to risk management.
Company Profile & Leadership
CEO Simon Massey began his trading journey in 2010 after discovering CFDs through the Financial Times Guide to Investment. Together with Michael, he co-founded Funded Trading Plus, which evolved from Trade Room Plus – one of the longest-running live trading education rooms, operating successfully for over 12 years.
The leadership team brings institutional-level expertise, with Massey’s background in risk management and sustainable trading practices providing the foundation for the firm’s operational philosophy. Massey emphasizes that “trading isn’t gambling” and promotes sustainable, professional trading with long-term success in mind.
Program Portfolio Analysis
FT+ offers five distinct trading programs, each targeting specific trader profiles:
1. Experienced Trader Program (One-Phase Evaluation)
This one-phase evaluation account allows traders to hold overnight and weekends, with no stop loss requirements. Once traders pass the 10% profit target, subject to in-house risk review, they’re upgraded to the “FT+ Trader Simulated Live” phase where real world funds can be withdrawn from day 0.
- Profit Target: 10%
- Maximum Loss: 6%
- Daily Loss Limit: 4%
- Entry Price: From $119 for $12,500 account
2. Advanced Trader Program (Two-Phase Evaluation)
The Advanced Trader Program offers higher Maximum and Daily drawdown allowances than the one phase program, with customers getting access to a greater max simulated loss.
- Phase 1 Target: 10%
- Phase 2 Target: 5%
- Maximum Loss: 10%
- Daily Loss Limit: 5%
- Weekend Trading: Restricted (positions auto-closed Friday 16:30 EST)
3. Premium Trader Program (Two-Phase, Swing Trading Optimized)
This two-phase program with 8% and 5% simulated targets is specifically designed for Smart Money Traders and swing traders. Stop losses are not mandatory, and traders can hold trades through the weekend with no penalty.
- Phase 1 Target: 8%
- Phase 2 Target: 5%
- Maximum Loss: 8%
- Daily Loss Limit: 4%
- First Withdrawal: After 7 days
4. Prestige Trader Program (Two-Phase Static Drawdown)
The Prestige Program is a two-phase static drawdown evaluation account with static maximum simulated loss that stays fixed from the start and doesn’t adjust with account highs or balance peaks.
- Phase 1 Target: 10%
- Phase 2 Target: 5%
- Static Maximum Drawdown: 10%
- Daily Drawdown: 5%
- Minimum Profitable Days: 3 days at 0.5% profit each
5. Master Trader Program (Instant Funding)
The Master Trader Program is the Instant Funded account, meaning traders can skip the evaluation phase and trade in the FT+ Trader Simulated Live phase from Day 0, with any simulated gains withdrawable in real world funds from day 0.
- No Evaluation Required
- Immediate Withdrawal Eligibility
- Maximum Loss: 6% (trailing)
- Daily Loss: 6%
Risk Management Framework
The firm employs a dual-rule system that balances trader flexibility with capital protection:
Breaking a hard rule results in account closure. Breaking a soft rule will not close your account but will automatically close any open positions that violate the rule.
Key risk management features include:
- No time limits on evaluations
- 30-day activity requirement (one complete trade)
- Flexible leverage up to 1:30
- Weekend holding permitted on select programs
Economic Model & Profit Structure
The profit-sharing model demonstrates progressive trader incentivization:
FT+ Trader withdrawals start with an 80/20 profit split. At 20% simulated profit, traders can request a 90/10 split. At 30% simulated profit, traders can upgrade to 100% profit, keeping all withdrawn funds.
Scaling Opportunities
The scaling plan allows traders to grow accounts up to $2,500,000 in simulated funds. Traders must hit the scaling target (10% for most programs, 20% for Advanced) with no open trades at the time of scaling request.
Technology Infrastructure
Funded Trading Plus offers world-class 24/7 support through Discord, allowing customers to get fast help from support agents and chat with those already engaged in programs.
Trading platforms supported include:
- MetaTrader 4/5
- cTrader
- TradingView
- Match Trader
- DXtrade
The firm partners with regulated brokers and technology providers, ensuring institutional-grade execution and reliability.
Competitive Positioning
FT+ differentiates itself through several strategic advantages:
- Instant Funding Option: Master Trader Program eliminates evaluation barriers
- Static Drawdown Option: Prestige Program offers predictable risk parameters
- No Time Limits: Removes psychological pressure from evaluations
- Progressive Profit Splits: Up to 100% profit retention
- Comprehensive Program Range: Five distinct paths to funding
The firm states they “designed programs from research and surveys of what traders actually want and value” rather than “just create another generic series of programs”.
Trustpilot User Reviews
Funded Trading Plus maintains a 4.6 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot, rated as “Hervorragend” (Excellent). Analysis of customer feedback reveals consistent praise for the firm’s transparent operations and reliable service delivery. Traders particularly value the responsive customer support, with German reviews highlighting the “ehrliche Firma” (honest company) with “schnell und freundlich” (fast and friendly) support. The high rating from over 2,500 reviews indicates genuine trader satisfaction rather than selective feedback. Common positive themes include straightforward rules, prompt payouts, and professional service standards, while maintaining transparency about the simulated trading environment.