AquaFutures Profit Split Structure: How to Earn 100% of Your Profits

Written by Paul

Published on

January 12, 2026

AquaFutures offers 100% profit splits on all funded accounts—you keep every dollar of profit you generate, with no revenue sharing with the firm. There is no 80/20 or 90/10 split like traditional prop firms. You pay a one-time evaluation fee ($114-$291 depending on account type) or monthly subscription ($114-$196), then all profits are yours. Example: Make $5,000 profit on funded account, withdraw $5,000—none goes to AquaFutures.

This profit structure differs from traditional firms (FTMO 80/20, Topstep 90/10) where the prop firm takes 10-20% of your profits. AquaFutures monetizes through evaluation fees and subscriptions—not profit sharing. The trade-off: monthly fees during evaluations ($114-$196 ongoing until funded) vs traditional one-time eval fees with profit splits. For traders who pass quickly (6-10 weeks), AquaFutures' model is more profitable long-term.

Quick heads-up: This article is based on my real experience with Aquafutures and the info available when I published/updated this. Things change in prop trading — rules, payouts, promos, all of it.

For the absolute latest, check Aquafutures´s website or their faq page.

I'm breaking down how 100% profit splits work, comparison with traditional prop firm models, total cost to get funded, when AquaFutures' model is better vs worse, profit scaling strategies, and how to maximize earnings with 100% splits across multiple funded accounts.

AquaFutures Profit Split: 100% to You

Simple structure:

✅ You make: $5,000 profit

✅ You keep: $5,000 (100%)

✅ AquaFutures keeps: $0 (0%)

No revenue sharing. No profit splits. No hidden deductions.

The only costs:

Evaluation phase: Monthly subscription ($114-$196) OR one-time fee ($291 for Instant)
Funded phase: $0/month forever (no ongoing costs)

For pricing details, see the pricing guide 2026.

Traditional Prop Firm Model (For Comparison)

How traditional firms work:

FTMO:

Pay $345 one-time evaluation fee
Pass evaluation
Get funded
Profit split: 80/20 (you get 80%, FTMO gets 20%)
Make $5,000 → You keep $4,000, FTMO keeps $1,000

Topstep:

Pay $165/month during evaluation
Pass evaluation
Get funded
Profit split: 90/10 (you get 90%, Topstep gets 10%)
Make $5,000 → You keep $4,500, Topstep keeps $500

AquaFutures:

Pay $114-$196/month during evaluation OR $291 one-time
Pass evaluation
Get funded
Profit split: 100/0 (you get 100%, AquaFutures gets 0%)
Make $5,000 → You keep $5,000, AquaFutures keeps $0

Key difference: Traditional firms profit from your trading success. AquaFutures profits only from evaluation fees.

For account types, see the account types guide.

Total Cost Comparison: Passing in 2 Months

Prop Firm	Eval Cost (2 months)	Profit Split	Keep from $5K Profit	Net After Eval Cost
AquaFutures Beginner	$228 ($114 × 2)	100%	$5,000	$4,772
AquaFutures Instant	$291 (one-time)	100%	$5,000	$4,709
FTMO	$345 (one-time)	80/20	$4,000	$3,655
Topstep	$330 ($165 × 2)	90/10	$4,500	$4,170

Winner: AquaFutures (keep $4,772 vs $4,170 Topstep vs $3,655 FTMO)

Key insight: If you pass in 2-3 months, AquaFutures' 100% split outperforms traditional models—even with monthly fees.

When AquaFutures' Model Is Better

Scenario 1: You pass quickly (1-3 months)

AquaFutures cost: $114-$342 evaluation fees
Keep: 100% of all future profits
Better than: Traditional 80/20 or 90/10 splits

Scenario 2: You scale to multiple accounts

5 funded accounts × $5,000/month profit = $25,000/month
With 100% split: Keep all $25,000
With 80/20 split: Keep $20,000, lose $5,000 to prop firm

At scale, 100% splits are massively better.

Scenario 3: Long-term funded trading (1+ year)

Year 1 profits: $60,000

100% split: Keep $60,000
80/20 split: Keep $48,000 (lose $12,000)

Over years, the difference compounds.

For scaling strategies, see the copy trading guide.

When Traditional Model Might Be Better

Scenario 1: You take 6+ months to pass

AquaFutures cost: $684+ ($114 × 6 months)
FTMO cost: $345 one-time
Topstep cost: $990 ($165 × 6 months)

In this case: FTMO's one-time fee wins, even with 80/20 split.

Scenario 2: You breach multiple times

AquaFutures: $114/month adds up if you breach 3-4 times over 9-12 months
FTMO: $345 one-time, even if you fail and restart, it's capped

Scenario 3: You make low profits ($500-$1,000/month)

At low profit levels, the 10-20% difference is small:

$1,000 profit with 100% split: Keep $1,000
$1,000 profit with 90/10 split: Keep $900 (lose $100)

The $100 difference doesn't offset higher eval costs if you took 6+ months to pass.

Bottom line: AquaFutures' model is best if you pass quickly (2-3 months) and scale profits. Traditional models can be better if you take 6+ months or breach repeatedly.

For breach details, see the breach consequences guide.

Break-Even Analysis: When Does 100% Split Pay Off?

Assumptions:

AquaFutures Beginner: $228 eval cost (2 months to pass)
FTMO: $345 eval cost, 80/20 split

Break-even calculation:

AquaFutures net profit = FTMO net profit

$5,000 (100% split) - $228 eval = $4,772

$X (80% split) - $345 eval = $4,772

$0.80X = $5,117

$X = $6,396

Break-even: At $6,396 total profit, AquaFutures and FTMO are equal. Beyond that, AquaFutures' 100% split wins.

Meaning: If you make $10,000 profit in first 3 months:

AquaFutures: $10,000 - $228 = $9,772 net
FTMO: $8,000 (80%) - $345 = $7,655 net

AquaFutures wins by $2,117.

Profit Scaling with 100% Splits

Single account:

Month 1-2: Pass evaluation ($228 cost)
Month 3-12: Earn $5,000/month × 10 months = $50,000
Net: $50,000 - $228 = $49,772

Three accounts (copy trading):

Month 1-2: Pass 3 evaluations ($684 cost)
Month 3-12: Earn $15,000/month × 10 months = $150,000
Net: $150,000 - $684 = $149,316

With 80/20 split:

Same 3 accounts: $150,000 × 80% = $120,000
Difference: $29,316 less with profit splits

At scale, 100% splits are game-changing.

For copy trading rules, see the copy trading guide.

Are There Any Hidden Deductions?

No hidden profit deductions.

What you see is what you keep:

Dashboard shows: $5,234 profit
You withdraw: $5,234
No deductions for platform fees, data fees, "performance fees," etc.

Exceptions (rare):

Withdrawal fees: Some prop firms charge wire transfer fees ($15-$30). Check AquaFutures policy.
Currency conversion: If withdrawing non-USD, banks charge 1-3% conversion fees (not AquaFutures' fault).

But profit splits themselves: 0% to AquaFutures, 100% to you.

For withdrawal details, see the minimum withdrawal guide.

How Prop Firms Make Money Without Profit Splits

Traditional model (FTMO, Topstep):

Evaluation fees + Profit splits = Revenue

AquaFutures model:

Evaluation fees only = Revenue

Why this works:

Most traders don't pass evaluations. Industry average: 10-20% pass rate.

Example:

100 traders pay $114/month for 2 months = $22,800 revenue
15 pass evaluations (15%)
85 breach and restart or quit

AquaFutures keeps: $22,800 from all traders (evaluation fees)

Funded traders keep: 100% of their profits

The funded traders subsidize the breached traders.

This is why prop firms can offer 100% splits—they profit from evaluation fees, not successful traders.

For evaluation rules, see the evaluation rules guide.

Does 100% Split Mean No Risk for the Firm?

No—funded traders still create risk.

Example:

Funded trader: $50K account
Makes $10,000 profit (trader keeps 100%)
Then breaches, loses -$2,500 below starting balance
AquaFutures loses $2,500 (real capital)

How firms manage this risk:

Evaluation filters: Only 10-20% pass (filters out unprofitable traders)
Drawdown rules: Terminate accounts before major losses
Diversification: 1,000 funded traders, some win, some lose, net positive
Position limits: Cap max contracts to limit exposure

Funded traders do create risk—but evaluation fees + smart risk management make the model profitable.

For risk management rules, see the contract limits guide.

Can Profit Splits Change After You're Funded?

Check your Terms of Service.

Most prop firms:

✅ 100% split is permanent (for the life of your funded account)

Rare exceptions:

⚠️ Some firms reduce split if you violate rules (e.g., 100% → 80% if you break activity requirements)

⚠️ Some firms offer tiered splits (80% first month, 90% second month, 100% after 3 months)

AquaFutures: Likely 100% from day one—verify in Terms or with support.

Bottom line: If you're offered 100% split, it should stay 100% unless you violate rules.

Maximizing Earnings with 100% Splits

Strategy 1: Pass multiple evaluations

1 funded account: $5,000/month
3 funded accounts: $15,000/month
5 funded accounts: $25,000/month

With 100% splits, scaling accounts = scaling income directly.

Strategy 2: Withdraw strategically

Don't withdraw minimum every 2 weeks
Build larger payouts ($2,000-$5,000)
Maintain account buffers
Compound growth

Strategy 3: Focus on consistency (not home runs)

$500/day × 20 days = $10,000/month
Reliable, repeatable, sustainable

With 100% splits, consistent base hits > lottery-style home runs.

For consistency strategies, see the consistency rule guide.

Strategy 4: Avoid breaches

Breaching costs you:

Lost time (restart evaluation)
Lost fees ($114-$291)
Lost momentum

With 100% splits, every dollar you make is yours—so protect your accounts aggressively.

For breach prevention, see the drawdown guide.

Final Thoughts: 100% Splits Reward Skill

AquaFutures' model:

✅ Fast to fund: 2-3 months = $228-$342 cost

✅ Keep all profits: $5,000 profit = $5,000 in your pocket

✅ Scale infinitely: 5 accounts × $5,000 = $25,000/month (100% yours)

Traditional models:

⚠️ Slower to fund: One-time fee but longer eval process

⚠️ Profit sharing: $5,000 profit = $4,000-$4,500 in your pocket

⚠️ Scales less effectively: 5 accounts × $5,000 = $20,000-$22,500 after splits

If you're confident you can pass quickly (2-3 months) and scale to multiple accounts, AquaFutures' 100% split model is the best deal in prop trading.

Focus on passing fast, trading consistently, scaling smart.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AquaFutures' profit split?

100% to you, 0% to AquaFutures. You keep every dollar of profit with no revenue sharing. Example: Make $5,000 profit, withdraw $5,000—none goes to firm. Only costs are evaluation fees ($114-$291 depending on account type). Once funded, no ongoing monthly fees, no profit splits forever.

How does 100% split compare to traditional prop firms?

Traditional firms (FTMO 80/20, Topstep 90/10) take 10-20% of your profits. AquaFutures takes 0%. Example $5,000 profit: AquaFutures keep $5,000, FTMO keep $4,000 (lose $1,000), Topstep keep $4,500 (lose $500). AquaFutures better if you pass quickly (2-3 months) and scale to multiple accounts.

Are there any hidden deductions from profits?

No. Dashboard shows $5,234 profit, you withdraw $5,234 with no deductions for platform fees, data fees, or "performance fees." Possible exceptions: Wire transfer fees ($15-$30, varies by firm), currency conversion fees (1-3% if non-USD, bank charges not AquaFutures). But profit splits themselves: 0% to AquaFutures.

When is AquaFutures' model better than traditional firms?

Three scenarios: (1) Pass quickly (1-3 months)—evaluation fees $114-$342, keep 100% of all future profits, (2) Scale to multiple accounts—5 accounts × $5,000/month = $25,000 all yours vs $20,000 with 80/20 split, (3) Long-term trading—$60,000 first year, keep all $60K vs $48K with 80/20. Best if you pass fast and scale.

When might traditional profit split model be better?

If you take 6+ months to pass (AquaFutures $684+ vs FTMO $345 one-time despite splits), breach multiple times (monthly fees add up), or make low profits ($1,000/month—$100 split difference small). Traditional better for slow learners or those breaching repeatedly.

How do prop firms make money with 100% splits?

Evaluation fees only. Example: 100 traders pay $114/month × 2 months = $22,800 revenue, 15 pass (15%), 85 breach. Firm keeps $22,800 evaluation fees, 15 funded traders keep 100% of profits. Funded traders subsidized by breached traders. Industry 10-20% pass rate makes this model profitable.

Can profit split change after getting funded?

Usually no—100% split is permanent. Rare exceptions: Some firms reduce split if you violate rules (100% → 80%), some offer tiered splits (80% → 90% → 100% over time). AquaFutures likely 100% from day one—verify in Terms of Service. If offered 100%, should stay 100% unless rule violations.

What's the break-even point vs traditional firms?

At ~$6,400 total profit, AquaFutures ($228 eval cost, 100% split) equals FTMO ($345 eval cost, 80/20 split). Beyond $6,400, AquaFutures wins. Example $10,000 first 3 months: AquaFutures net $9,772, FTMO net $7,655—AquaFutures wins by $2,117. Advantage grows with higher profits.