Goat Funded Futures
CEO
Edoardo Dalla Torre
Country
HK
Date Created
Nov, 2024
Years in Operation
1
Restricted Countries
Afghanistan
Belarus
Central African Republic
Cuba
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Iran
Italy
Lebanon
Libya
Mali
Myanmar
North Korea
Russia
Somalia
South Sudan
Sudan
Syria
Venezuela
Yemen
Zimbabwe
Platforms:
Rithmic
Tradovate
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What Is Goat Funded Futures?
Goat Funded Futures (GFF) is a futures-focused proprietary trading firm launched in 2024, offering funded accounts on CME-listed instruments through a structured evaluation model. Traders choose between three distinct funding paths — EOD, Sprint, and Instant — each carrying different drawdown mechanics, consistency rules, and pricing structures. No monthly subscription applies to the Instant plan; EOD and Sprint use monthly fees. No activation fee is charged on EOD and Sprint accounts after passing.
What sets GFF apart is its end-of-day drawdown mechanic, which resets intraday risk exposure at the 5 PM EST close rather than trailing in real time. Combined with 100% profit retention on the first $10,000 earned, access to nine trading platforms at no extra cost, weekend holding permissions, and a scaling plan that escalates profit split to 95%, GFF positions itself as a flexible, trader-centric futures prop firm for both intraday and swing-oriented strategies.
Evaluation Rules
All three GFF funding paths use a single-phase evaluation — no Phase 2. There is no evaluation expiry date and no minimum trading days on EOD and Sprint plans. The Instant path skips evaluation entirely but requires 10 trading days and a 7% profit target before the first payout qualifies. Consistency rules apply across all models, though the thresholds and phases where they activate differ by plan.
30% ruleonce funded
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Real-time trailing drawdown
GFF enforces a microscalping rule: any profit from a trade closed within 2 minutes of opening is automatically deducted from your account balance. This applies across all plan types and catches traders who rely on very short holding times for quick scalps around news or opens. Build your strategy around trades held for longer than 2 minutes.
The consistency rule does not terminate accounts — it extends your path to payout. If a single day exceeds the cap (50% on EOD evaluation, 30% on funded), you must accumulate enough additional profit from other sessions to bring that day back under the threshold. The target does not formally move, but your effective payout timeline extends. Plan daily sizing around these caps from session one.
Account Sizes & Pricing
GFF offers monthly subscription pricing on EOD plans from $99 to $249 across $50K, $100K, and $150K account sizes. The Sprint plan uses a one-time fee model, while Instant Funding skips evaluation entirely with a one-time fee ranging from $349 to $699. Promotional discounts are regularly available, with codes reducing fees by 40% or more on evaluations. No activation fee applies on EOD and Sprint accounts.
The EOD plan is the recommended path for active day traders. The drawdown resets at end of day, meaning intraday drawdown excursions during a winning session do not compound against you. The Sprint plan suits traders who want a faster evaluation path without a consistency rule during the challenge. The Instant plan is best approached only by traders with a verified track record — the real-time trailing drawdown and 20% consistency cap leave little margin for error.
| Account Size | Monthly Fee | Profit Target | Max Drawdown | Max Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $99/mo | $3,000 (6%) | $2,000 (EOD) | 5 / 50 micro |
| $100,000 | $175/mo | $6,000 (6%) | $4,000 (EOD) | 10 / 100 micro |
| $150,000 | $249/mo | $9,000 (6%) | $6,000 (EOD) | 15 / 150 micro |
| Account Size | One-Time Fee | Profit Target | Max Drawdown | Daily Limit (Eval) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | from $89 | 6% | EOD Trailing | None |
| $50,000 | from ~$149 | 6% | EOD Trailing | None |
| $100,000 | from ~$249 | 6% | EOD Trailing | None |
| $150,000 | from ~$349 | 6% | EOD Trailing | None |
| Account Size | One-Time Fee | Payout Target | Max Drawdown | Daily Loss Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $349 | 7% (10 trade days) | 5% (real-time) | 3% |
| $50,000 | $499 | 7% (10 trade days) | 5% (real-time) | 3% |
| $75,000 | $699 | 7% (10 trade days) | 5% (real-time) | 3% |
Funded Account & Payouts
Once a trader passes the evaluation, they move into a funded account where payouts are triggered every 5 winning days on EOD and Sprint plans. A winning day requires a net P&L of at least 0.2% of account balance. Minimum withdrawal is $100. Payouts are processed within 48 hours in testing. A 30% consistency rule applies across all funded accounts — no single session can represent more than 30% of the current payout cycle's total profit. Early payout caps apply per account size until those limits are lifted.
Platforms & Instruments
GFF supports nine trading platforms with no extra charge for software or data feeds — one of the broadest platform selections in the futures prop space. NinjaTrader and Tradovate cover the majority of traders, while Quantower, ATAS, and Volumetrica serve order-flow specialists. ProjectX is the firm's own proprietary platform. Real-time data is included on all account types across both evaluation and funded stages.
Pros & Cons
- ✓EOD drawdown resets daily at 5 PM EST — no intraday trailing
- ✓100% profit retention on the first $10,000 earned
- ✓Nine trading platforms at no extra cost — including order-flow tools
- ✓Weekend holding permitted across all account types
- ✓No daily loss limit during EOD and Sprint evaluations
- ✓No activation fee on EOD and Sprint plans
- ✓Instant plan available for experienced traders who want to skip evaluation
- ✓Scaling plan up to 95% split and +50% capital at GOAT Trader level
- ✓News trading permitted with a 2-minute buffer around red-folder events
- ✓55 tradeable CME futures instruments across all major asset classes
- ✓Proprietary MT5 infrastructure — no white-label platform risk
- ✗Microscalping rule deducts profits from trades closed within 2 minutes — catches scalpers off guard
- ✗Consistency rule active in all funded accounts — 30% cap per payout cycle
- ✗Instant plan uses real-time trailing drawdown — more forgiving EOD model does not apply
- ✗Inactivity breach triggers after 15 consecutive days without a trade
- ✗Early payout caps per account size apply before the cap period ends
- ✗Relatively new firm (2024) — limited long-term track record vs. established competitors
- ✗Automated and fully hands-free trading prohibited — semi-automated only with active monitoring
MarketGrid Verdict
Goat Funded Futures makes a strong structural case for active day traders who want more breathing room during the session. The end-of-day drawdown mechanic is genuinely forgiving — intraday swings do not count against you, and each profitable close extends your risk floor. The 100% profit retention on the first $10,000 is one of the best early-stage payouts in the space, and nine platform options at no extra cost is rare at any price point.
The microscalping rule is the one trap that catches traders before they ever reach a payout. Any trade held under 2 minutes has its profit stripped — build your sessions around holds that comfortably clear that window. The 30% funded consistency cap demands distributed profit accumulation, but it does not terminate accounts, it extends your timeline. For disciplined futures day traders who hold positions for minutes rather than seconds, GFF is a serious contender in 2026.
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Nikhil Jain
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Everything is good...
I started using Goat Funded Futures around a year ago when the company was still relatively new, so I was a bit unsure at first. Over time, the experience has been fairly good overall. The evaluation pricing is affordable, the dashboard is easy to use, and account setup was smooth. I also like that they frequently run discounts for traders. Like any prop firm, it’s important to understand the rules properly before trading, especially around drawdown and payout policies. Support response can sometimes take time, but overall the platform has improved a lot compared to when I first joined. A good option for futures traders who want to start without spending too much upfront.
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