Comparison
Topstep Alternative: Midgard vs Topstep
How Midgard and Topstep differ on price, drawdown, and payouts, using each firm's published terms.
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Side by side at $50K
Topstep figures come from topstep.com and the Topstep Help Center, checked on October 10, 2026. Midgard figures are for a Plated 50K Trial. Current discounts are shown at checkout.
| Midgard (50K Plated) | Topstep (50K Combine) | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | $189 one-time | $95/month list, rebills until you pass or cancel |
| Profit target | $3,000 | $3,000 |
| Max loss limit | $2,500, intraday trailing | $2,000, set at end of day |
| Consistency | 40% | 55% consistency target |
| Daily loss limit | None | Optional ($1,000) |
| Profit split | 80/20 | 90/10 |
| Payout timing | Raid: every CME session above buffer | After 5 winning days of $150+, or 3 days with a 40% consistency target |
| Platforms | Rithmic, WealthCharts, DX Feed | TopstepX |
Max loss limit by size
Midgard's limit trails intraday; Topstep's is set at the end of each day. Compare both the size and the type of drawdown against how you trade.
| Account | Midgard | Topstep |
|---|---|---|
| $50K | $2,500 | $2,000 |
| $100K | $3,500 | $3,000 |
| $150K | $5,000 | $4,500 |
Where each firm fits
- Choose Midgard if you want a one-time fee, more room on your max loss limit, payouts every session on Raid, and a choice of Rithmic, WealthCharts, or DX Feed.
- Topstep offers a higher 90/10 profit split and its own TopstepX platform, on a monthly subscription.
Frequently asked questions
Is Midgard a good Topstep alternative?
If you prefer a one-time fee over a monthly subscription, a larger max loss limit at each size, and daily payouts, Midgard is worth comparing. Topstep keeps a higher 90/10 split.
Is Midgard cheaper than Topstep?
Midgard charges once per Trial: a Plated 50K lists at $189 and a Light Armor 50K at $115, with current discounts shown at checkout. Topstep lists its 50K Combine at $95 per month until you pass or cancel, so the total depends on how long you take.
Is Midgard affiliated with Topstep?
No. Midgard Trading is an independent firm with no affiliation to Topstep.
Topstep is a trademark of its owner. Midgard Trading is not affiliated with Topstep. Topstep details were taken from topstep.com and help.topstep.com on October 10, 2026 and may have changed; check Topstep's site for current terms.
Facts as of October 10, 2026. Futures trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor. Midgard Trial and funded accounts are simulated: the funds are fictitious and trades are not executed in live markets. Hypothetical or simulated performance results have certain limitations. Unlike an actual performance record, simulated results do not represent actual trading. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those shown. Payouts are subject to the program rules, identity verification, and the Simulated Trader Agreement. Prices and rules can change; the current terms are shown at checkout and on the Rules page.