Quick Answer — Breakout Profit Targets
- • Classic 1-Step: 10% of starting balance. On a $100K account, that's $10,000 in profit to pass the evaluation.
- • Classic 2-Step: 5% in Phase 1 ($5,000 on $100K), then 10% in Phase 2 ($10,000 on $100K).
- • Pro: 12% ($5K) to 24% ($200K). Higher targets but access to larger account sizes.
- • As of April 2026: No time limit, no minimum days, no partial targets. Hit the number and you're funded.
- • First payout refunds the full evaluation fee — making the net cost $0 for traders who pass.
Researched in depth: I've gone through every Breakout rule document, help center article, and community discussion to map out exactly how their drawdown, daily loss, and payout mechanics work. This breakdown reflects verified data from their official sources and real trader experiences.
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Breakout's profit targets are straightforward. Hit the percentage, don't breach drawdown or daily loss, and you're funded. No minimum trading days, no consistency requirements, no time limit. The target is the target.
What varies is how aggressive that target is depending on your account type. Classic asks for 10%. Pro asks for up to 24%. Turbo sits in between. The right choice depends on how much you can make per dollar of drawdown room.
Classic 1-Step Profit Targets
The Classic 1-Step is Breakout's most popular evaluation. One phase. One target. 10% of starting balance.
| Account Size | Fee | Target (10%) | Max DD (6%) | Target / DD Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | $60 | $500 | $300 | 1.67x |
| $25,000 | $275 | $2,500 | $1,500 | 1.67x |
| $50,000 | $500 | $5,000 | $3,000 | 1.67x |
| $100,000 | $999 | $10,000 | $6,000 | 1.67x |
The target-to-drawdown ratio is 1.67x across all Classic 1-Step sizes. You need to make $1.67 for every $1 of maximum risk. In crypto terms, that's achievable with 2-3 well-placed BTC trades holding through a 2-4% move.
Classic 2-Step Profit Targets
The 2-Step evaluation splits the challenge into two phases with different targets.
Phase 1: 5% profit target Phase 2: 10% profit target
On a $100K account, that's $5,000 in Phase 1 and $10,000 in Phase 2. Each phase has its own daily loss limit (5%) and trailing max drawdown (8%). Failing either phase means starting over with a new purchase.
The 2-Step is cheaper ($749 vs $999 for the $100K), and the Phase 1 target is gentler. But the trailing drawdown makes it riskier if you have a winning streak followed by a pullback.
Pro Account Profit Targets
Pro accounts have significantly higher profit targets that scale with account size:
| Account Size | Fee | Target % | Target $ | Max DD (5%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | $50 | 12% | $600 | $250 |
| $25,000 | $225 | 18% | $4,500 | $1,250 |
| $100,000 | $849 | 22% | $22,000 | $5,000 |
| $200,000 | $1,399 | 24% | $48,000 | $10,000 |
The $200K Pro account asks for $48,000 in profit with only $10,000 of drawdown room. That's a 4.8x target-to-drawdown ratio. Brutal. These accounts are designed for traders with proven multi-month track records, not for first-timers.
What Happens After You Hit the Target?
When your account balance reaches the profit target, Breakout automatically passes you. No manual review, no waiting period. The system detects you've met the criteria and transitions your account to funded status.
On funded accounts, there are no more profit targets. You trade, keep 80-95% of what you make, and withdraw whenever you want (minimum $100 after split). The only way to lose the funded account is by breaching the daily loss or max drawdown limits.
The Profit Split and How It Scales
Breakout's profit split starts at 80% and can reach 95%:
- Default: 80% to trader, 20% to Breakout
- 90% add-on: Available at evaluation purchase for an additional fee
- 95% tier: After 3 months of profitability + at least 2 completed payouts + no open positions
The progression from 80% to 95% is meaningful on a $100K account. A $10,000 month means $8,000 at 80% or $9,500 at 95%. Over a year, that's $18,000 more in your pocket.
First Payout Fee Refund
Breakout refunds the entire evaluation fee with your first payout. This isn't a credit or a discount on the next purchase. It's cash back, added to your first withdrawal.
A $999 Classic 1-Step $100K evaluation generates $0 net cost to you if you pass and withdraw. Your first payout includes the $999 fee plus your profit share.
This changes the risk calculation. You're not "paying" $999 for the evaluation — you're putting it up as a deposit that comes back if you succeed. The real cost is only the failed attempts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the profit target for a Breakout $100K account?
The Breakout Classic 1-Step $100K account has a 10% profit target ($10,000). The Classic 2-Step $100K requires 5% ($5,000) in Phase 1 and 10% ($10,000) in Phase 2. The Pro $100K requires 22% ($22,000). Choose based on your confidence level and risk tolerance.
Can you pass Breakout in one day?
Yes. Breakout has no minimum trading days. If you hit the profit target in a single trade on your first day without breaching any drawdown limit, you pass immediately. The system automatically detects when the target is reached.
Is there a time limit to reach the profit target at Breakout?
No. Breakout evaluations have no time limit. You can take weeks or months to reach the target. The only constraint is that you can't breach the daily loss limit or max drawdown while working toward it.
What profit split does Breakout offer?
Breakout starts at 80% profit split, upgradeable to 90% at purchase. After three months of profitable trading with at least two payouts, the split increases to 95%. All profit is paid in USDC on the ERC-20 network.
Does Breakout refund the evaluation fee?
Yes. Breakout refunds the full evaluation fee with your first successful payout. A $999 evaluation becomes $0 net cost when you pass and withdraw. The refund is added on top of your profit share.
Are Breakout Pro targets harder than Classic?
Significantly. The Pro $100K requires 22% profit ($22,000) vs Classic's 10% ($10,000). Pro also has tighter drawdown (5% vs 6%). The target-to-drawdown ratio is much more demanding. Pro is for experienced traders confident in generating large returns relative to risk.
What happens if you hit exactly the profit target at Breakout?
Breakout's system automatically passes you when your balance reaches or exceeds the profit target. Hitting exactly the target counts as passing. There's no buffer required above the target.
Do trading fees affect reaching the profit target at Breakout?
Yes. Trading fees (0.04% per side) and swap fees (0.09% per day) reduce your net profit. On a $100K account making $10,000 in gross trading profit, cumulative fees from active trading could reduce the effective profit by several hundred dollars. Your balance must reach the target net of all fees.
Which Breakout account has the easiest profit target?
The Classic 2-Step Phase 1 has the lowest percentage target at 5%. On a $5K account, that's only $250 in profit needed. However, the 2-Step requires passing a second phase at 10%. For the simplest single-phase evaluation, the Classic 1-Step at 10% is the most popular and balanced option.
Can you overshoot the profit target at Breakout?
Yes. There's no penalty for exceeding the profit target. If the target is $10,000 and you make $15,000 before any withdrawal, you keep the full amount (at your profit split percentage). The extra profit is yours.
The bottom line: Breakout's profit targets are reasonable for crypto markets. The Classic 1-Step at 10% is achievable with 2-4 good BTC/ETH swing trades — you don't need to grind 50 trades over a month. Pro targets (12-24%) demand much more skill relative to the drawdown room. Unless you have a proven track record of generating 20%+ returns with under 5% drawdown, stick with Classic. The fee refund on first payout makes Classic the best risk-adjusted entry point for most traders.
