Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge runs an 8% static drawdown across all account sizes, the most forgiving drawdown structure Maven offers. Fees start at $19 for a $2K account, scale to $440 for $100K on MT5 or Match Trader. 8% Phase 1 target, 5% Phase 2 target, 4% daily loss limit, 3 minimum profitable days, 80/20 split. No time limit on either phase.
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge is the firm's most balanced evaluation product. The headline mechanic, an 8% static drawdown calculated from a fixed starting balance and never trailing as profits accumulate, gives traders the widest absolute floor of any Maven evaluation. Fees start at $19 for a $2K account and scale to $440 for $100K on MT5 or Match Trader, with cTrader priced roughly 2x higher across the board.
This guide breaks down the full mechanics: Phase 1 and Phase 2 targets, the 4% daily drawdown layer, the 3 minimum profitable days rule, payout cadence on funded accounts, and how the 2-Step compares to Maven's 1-Step and Instant lineups.
The 2-Step Challenge structure at a glance
Maven's 2-Step splits the evaluation into two sequential phases before granting funded-account access. Each phase has its own profit target, but the drawdown rules are constant across both phases and into the funded account.
- Phase 1 profit target: 8% of starting balance
- Phase 2 profit target: 5% of starting balance
- Maximum drawdown: 8% static, fixed from phase starting balance
- Daily drawdown: 4% from balance at start of each trading day
- Minimum profitable days: 3 per phase (and 3 per payout cycle)
- Minimum profit per qualifying day: 0.5% of phase starting balance
- Time limit: none on either phase
- Profit split on funded account: 80/20
- News trading: 2-minute restriction around major events
Pricing across the six account sizes
Maven publishes the 2-Step in six standard sizes. MT5 and Match Trader share the same fee schedule. cTrader is the higher-cost option.
| Account Size | Fee (MT5/Match Trader) | Fee (cTrader) | Max Drawdown | Daily Drawdown |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,000 | $19 | ~$38 | $160 (8%) | $80 (4%) |
| $5,000 | $22 | ~$44 | $400 (8%) | $200 (4%) |
| $10,000 | $44 | ~$88 | $800 (8%) | $400 (4%) |
| $20,000 | $88 | ~$176 | $1,600 (8%) | $800 (4%) |
| $50,000 | $220 | ~$440 | $4,000 (8%) | $2,000 (4%) |
| $100,000 | $440 | ~$880 | $8,000 (8%) | $4,000 (4%) |
Fees are refunded on the third withdrawal from the funded account that follows a successful evaluation. The refund applies to the original challenge fee only, not to any reset fees paid during the evaluation.
Compounding effect of the static floor
On a $50,000 2-Step account that grows to $55,000 in profit during Phase 1, the static floor remains at $46,000. A trailing competitor would shift the floor up to $51,000, leaving just $4,000 of operational buffer. Maven's static design preserves $9,000 of room at the same balance level. Over a full funded year with steady profits, this preserved buffer dramatically reduces forced-stop risk on normal pullbacks.
Why the daily layer is the practical limit
Active intraday traders rarely touch the static floor during a single session. The 4% daily layer is the practical operational constraint. On a $10,000 account, a $400 intraday loss ends the session. On a $50,000 account, $2,000. Sizing positions so that a worst-case session-loss scenario stays within 60-70% of the daily layer gives meaningful safety margin against the most common breach trigger.
Phase 1: hitting the 8% target
Phase 1 starts with the full account balance. The trader must grow it by 8% to qualify for Phase 2, without breaching either the 8% static drawdown floor or the 4% daily loss limit. On a $10,000 account, that translates to $800 in cleared profit before the floor at $9,200 is touched. The daily layer locks in at $9,600 each morning and resets to the new closing balance the next day.
Profit target math by size
| Account Size | Phase 1 Target (8%) | Phase 2 Target (5%) | Max DD Floor | Daily DD Layer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,000 | $160 | $100 | $1,840 | Reset 4% daily |
| $5,000 | $400 | $250 | $4,600 | Reset 4% daily |
| $10,000 | $800 | $500 | $9,200 | Reset 4% daily |
| $20,000 | $1,600 | $1,000 | $18,400 | Reset 4% daily |
| $50,000 | $4,000 | $2,500 | $46,000 | Reset 4% daily |
| $100,000 | $8,000 | $5,000 | $92,000 | Reset 4% daily |
There is no time limit on Phase 1. Traders can take a week, a month, or longer. The only constraints are the static floor and the daily layer.
Phase 2: the 5% retest
Phase 2 resets to the original starting balance with a lower 5% target. The same 8% static drawdown floor and 4% daily layer apply. Most traders find Phase 2 mechanically identical to Phase 1, with a more achievable target compensating for the consistency required to clear two evaluation phases sequentially.
The 3 minimum profitable days rule resets per phase. Even if Phase 1 was cleared with five profitable days, Phase 2 requires three more before submission. Each must clear the 0.5% minimum profit threshold to count.
Static drawdown vs trailing drawdown: why this matters
Static drawdown is the defining feature of the 2-Step. On a $10,000 account, the floor remains at $9,200 even if the balance grows to $13,000. A trailing drawdown would lift the floor as the account grew, sometimes by the same dollar amount as the gain. Static drawdown lets winning weeks stay banked rather than tightening the operational margin.
How the daily layer interacts with the static floor
The 4% daily drawdown is calculated from each session's opening balance. If the account closes a session at $10,500, the next session's daily floor sits at $10,080. The daily layer is the more common breach trigger for active traders, because intraday volatility can punch through 4% faster than slow-bleeding losses reach the static 8% floor.
Both layers apply simultaneously. Either breach ends the evaluation.
The 3 minimum profitable days rule
Maven requires at least three profitable days per phase before submission. A qualifying day means realized closed PnL of at least 0.5% of the phase starting balance for that day. On a $10,000 account, that is $50 in cleared profit per session. Unrealized gains in open positions do not count.
- Days do not need to be consecutive
- Closed PnL is the only measure that counts
- Days below the 0.5% threshold do not qualify even if positive
- The same 3-day requirement applies on funded accounts before each payout request
Funded account: payouts and ongoing rules
After clearing both phases, the funded account inherits the same 8% static floor and 4% daily layer. The 80/20 profit split applies to all withdrawals, and payouts run every 10 business days.
| Rule | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Profit split | 80/20 | Trader keeps 80% |
| Payout cycle | Every 10 business days | First payout follows same gate |
| Minimum withdrawal | 3% of balance | Per cycle |
| Maximum withdrawal | $10,000 per 30 rolling days | Across all funded accounts |
| Profitable days gate | 3 days per cycle | 0.5% minimum each |
| Fee refund | Third payout | Original challenge fee only |
The $10,000 maximum per 30-day rolling window is an account-aggregate cap. Traders running multiple Maven funded accounts in parallel split that ceiling across all of them, not per account.
Platform choice: MT5, Match Trader, cTrader
All three platforms support the full Maven instrument range and apply identical rules. The pricing differential is the main decision driver. MT5 and Match Trader cost the same. cTrader doubles the fee across every size.
| Platform | Fee Multiplier | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| MT5 | 1x | Algo traders, custom EAs, MetaTrader stack familiarity |
| Match Trader | 1x | Web-first traders, simpler interface, same cost as MT5 |
| cTrader | ~2x | Native cTrader users, ECN-style execution preference |
Choose cTrader only if the platform features justify the higher cost. The rules and instrument set are identical across all three.
News trading restriction
Maven enforces a 2-minute restriction around major economic events. No new positions can be opened in that window. Positions opened before the window are not affected and can be held through the release.
The list of restricted events is the standard high-impact calendar: FOMC, NFP, CPI, ECB rate decisions, and similar tier-1 releases. The restriction applies on instruments directly affected by each release.
2-Step vs 1-Step vs 3-Step: choosing the right Maven product
Maven offers three evaluation formats. They differ on drawdown type, target structure, and phase count.
| Product | Phases | Drawdown | Target | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1-Step | 1 | 5% trailing | 10% in one phase | Fast traders accepting trailing mechanic |
| 2-Step | 2 | 8% static | 8% then 5% | Balanced consistency + room |
| 3-Step | 3 | Phase-specific | Lower per phase | Conservative builders |
The 2-Step occupies the middle ground. Larger drawdown buffer than the 1-Step, fewer phases than the 3-Step. For traders who want the static floor without committing to three separate evaluation phases, it is the natural pick.
Peer comparison: where the Maven 2-Step sits in the market
Compared with other Forex 2-step evaluations, Maven's headline lever is the 8% static drawdown. Many competitors either run 10% with trailing rules or 5-6% with static. The pricing is also among the lowest on a per-size basis at the $2K-$10K end.
| Firm | Phases | Max DD Type | Target Phase 1 | Profit Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maven 2-Step | 2 | 8% static | 8% | 80/20 |
| Typical 2-Step peer (10% trailing) | 2 | 10% trailing | 8-10% | 80/20 |
| Typical 2-Step peer (5% static) | 2 | 5% static | 8% | 80/20 |
| Maven 1-Step | 1 | 5% trailing | 10% | 80/20 |
| Maven 3-Step | 3 | Phase-specific | Lower per phase | 80/20 |
The static-drawdown advantage compounds the longer a trader holds a funded account. Trailing mechanics steadily reduce the operational margin as profits accumulate, whereas Maven's static floor preserves the original buffer indefinitely.
Common mistakes on the Maven 2-Step
Three patterns recur in failed Maven 2-Step attempts. Knowing them lowers the risk of an avoidable breach.
Mistake 1: ignoring the daily layer
Traders fixate on the 8% static floor and forget the 4% daily limit. The daily layer is the more common breach trigger for active intraday traders. A losing morning that wipes 4% from the day's starting balance ends the evaluation even if the static floor is untouched. Track both layers in parallel.
Mistake 2: rushing the 3 profitable days
Some traders hit the 8% target in two large sessions and try to submit. The third profitable day must clear the 0.5% threshold. Stacking small profitable days after the target is hit is faster than waiting for the next big trade.
Mistake 3: news trading too close to the window
The 2-minute restriction is enforced strictly. New positions opened inside the window can void resulting profits or trigger a rules review. Close the order window 3 minutes before any tier-1 release to leave a safety margin.
Year-one cost projection: $10K and $50K paths
Estimating year-one cost on a Maven 2-Step requires assumptions about reset frequency and platform choice. Two scenarios below show realistic ranges for a $10K and a $50K trader on MT5 or Match Trader.
| Scenario | Initial Fee | Resets (Year 1) | Total Fee Exposure | Refund on 3rd Payout |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $10K, clean pass | $44 | 0 | $44 | $44 refunded |
| $10K, 1 reset | $44 | 1 ($44) | $88 | $44 refunded |
| $10K, 2 resets | $44 | 2 ($88) | $132 | $44 refunded |
| $50K, clean pass | $220 | 0 | $220 | $220 refunded |
| $50K, 1 reset | $220 | 1 ($220) | $440 | $220 refunded |
| $50K, 2 resets | $220 | 2 ($440) | $660 | $220 refunded |
Reset cost equals the original challenge fee on Maven. Only the initial challenge fee is refunded on the third payout, not any reset fees. Two resets on a $50K account leave a net cost of $440 in year one even after the refund, before any payouts are received.
Decision matrix: who the Maven 2-Step fits
The 2-Step is not for everyone. Some trader profiles get more value from the 1-Step's lower phase count, others from the 3-Step's gentler per-phase targets.
| Trader Profile | Recommended Product | Rationale |
|---|---|---|
| Patient, consistent intraday trader | 2-Step | 8% static floor + no time limit favours consistency |
| Fast swing trader, comfortable with trailing | 1-Step | One phase, faster funded access |
| New to props, wants gentle ramp | 3-Step | Lower targets per phase reduce blow-up risk |
| Algo trader on MT5 EAs | 2-Step on MT5 | Lowest fee tier for the static-DD product |
| Heavy news scalper | 1-Step or 3-Step | Avoid the 2-Step's 2-min window vs same on others |
| Wants $100K funded fast | 2-Step $100K | Direct path with static floor |
Cross-reference platform pricing before locking the choice. cTrader doubles the fee, so a $100K 2-Step on cTrader at $880 only makes sense if the trader has a hard preference for the platform.
Funded-stage operational rules in detail
Once the trader clears both evaluation phases, the funded account activates with the same drawdown structure. The 80/20 split, the 10-business-day payout cycle, and the 3 profitable days gate per payout request all kick in. The funded account is mechanically identical to Phase 2 with the addition of payout mechanics.
How the 10-business-day cycle works
The cycle counts business days, not calendar days. A payout request submitted on a Monday clears for the next request 10 business days later, typically two calendar weeks. Weekends and Maven's published holidays do not count. The next request can be queued as soon as the 10th business day passes and the 3 profitable days gate has been satisfied since the last payout.
The 3% withdrawal floor
Every withdrawal must be at least 3% of the current funded account balance. On a $10,000 funded account, the minimum is $300. On a $50,000 account, $1,500. This prevents tiny payout requests from accumulating administrative friction and forces the trader to bank meaningful profits each cycle.
The $10,000 monthly aggregate cap
Across all funded accounts a trader operates at Maven, total withdrawals cannot exceed $10,000 in any rolling 30-day window. Running three $100K funded accounts in parallel does not unlock $30K per month. The aggregate ceiling is per trader, not per account. Plan capital deployment accordingly.
Scaling beyond the 2-Step funded account
Maven does not offer a built-in account-size scaling mechanic on the 2-Step. A $10K funded account stays at $10K. To increase trading capital, the trader must purchase additional evaluation challenges at larger sizes. The path to higher capital is parallel accounts, not scaled-up balances.
Some traders chain multiple sizes: a $10K and a $50K running simultaneously, with a $100K added once the smaller two are consistently profitable. The $10K monthly aggregate withdrawal cap is the ceiling on this strategy. Three accounts producing $4K each per month already approach the cap.
Reset mechanics and recovery paths
If either the static floor or the daily layer is breached, the evaluation ends. The trader has two options: reset the current evaluation for an additional fee equal to the original challenge fee, or purchase a new evaluation. Reset preserves the same account ID and dashboard history. A new purchase starts fresh.
Reset fees are not refunded on the third payout. Only the original challenge fee is part of the refund pool. Traders who pay multiple resets accumulate sunk cost that does not return.
| Action | Cost | Account Status | Refund Pool Effect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breach, reset | Equal to original fee | Same account, fresh state | No effect on refund |
| Breach, new purchase | New full fee | New account, new ID | New refund eligibility |
| Clean pass, third payout | 0 | Funded, ongoing | Original fee refunded |
| Withdraw $0 mid-cycle | 0 | Funded, ongoing | No effect |
Instrument range and trading session windows
The 2-Step supports the full Maven instrument set across the three platforms: major and minor FX pairs, indices, metals, and a curated crypto selection. All instruments operate under the identical 8% static floor and 4% daily layer.
FX session windows
FX trading is available 24 hours from Sunday open through Friday close. The 2-minute news restriction applies during the relevant news window for the instrument affected. Spread widening during low-liquidity hours (typically Asian session into European pre-open) can trigger daily-layer breaches on tight stops. Trade during liquid sessions for cleaner execution.
Index and crypto availability
Indices follow exchange hours. Crypto markets are 24/7 but Maven may apply specific maintenance windows. Verify the instrument calendar on the platform before sizing positions over weekends. Overnight and weekend holds are allowed under the standard rule set, but the daily layer resets each session, so a Friday close in the red sets a tighter Monday daily floor.
Maven 2-Step versus competing static-DD products
Static drawdown is not unique to Maven. Several competitors offer static-DD evaluation products, often at the 5-6% range rather than Maven's 8%. The 8% absolute floor combined with no time limit and lower fees positions Maven as one of the more accessible static-DD entries.
| Firm | Drawdown Type | DD Size | Time Limit | Min Profitable Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maven 2-Step | Static | 8% | None | 3 per phase |
| Static-DD peer A | Static | 5-6% | None | 5 per phase |
| Trailing-DD peer B | Trailing | 10% | 30 days | None |
| Hybrid peer C | Static then trailing | 8% then 5% | None | Variable |
The combination of static-DD, no time limit, and only 3 minimum profitable days is what makes the 2-Step accessible. Many static-DD competitors offset their generous drawdown with stricter consistency rules or time pressure. Maven keeps the structural advantage clean.
Strategy adjustments for the 2-Step Challenge
The combination of 8% static floor, 4% daily layer, and 3 profitable days requirement shapes the optimal strategy. Traders who succeed on the 2-Step usually share three behavioural patterns: position sizing locked to the daily layer rather than the static floor, daily profit targets aligned with the 0.5% qualifying threshold, and disciplined news-window avoidance.
Position sizing to the daily layer
The static floor is the strategic ceiling, the daily layer is the tactical constraint. Sizing positions so that a typical stop-loss triggers no more than 1% of the daily layer leaves room for four full-stop losses in a session before the layer is at risk. On a $10,000 account with a $400 daily limit, that means each trade risks at most $40-$60. This is conservative but it preserves operational continuity across losing sessions.
Aligning daily targets with the qualifying threshold
The 0.5% per qualifying day threshold gives a natural daily profit target. Hit it and call it done. Pushing for larger sessions after the threshold is met increases variance without adding qualifying-day credit. The 3 profitable days requirement creates incentive to bank small, clean sessions rather than swing for large outliers.
Avoiding the news window penalty
The 2-minute restriction around tier-1 events is enforced. New positions opened inside the window can void resulting profits or trigger a rules review. The cleanest approach is to set a hard rule of closing all positions 3 minutes before scheduled releases and skipping the first 5 minutes after. The economic calendar (FOMC, NFP, CPI, ECB, BoE rate decisions) drives this schedule.
The case for 2-Step over Instant Funded
Maven also offers Instant Funded plans that skip the evaluation entirely. They cost more upfront but grant immediate funded-account access. For most traders, the 2-Step is the better value despite the slower path.
| Factor | 2-Step Challenge | Instant Funded |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | $19-$440 | Significantly higher per size |
| Time to funded | Variable, no time limit | Immediate |
| Drawdown | 8% static | Plan-specific, often tighter |
| Profit split | 80/20 | Plan-specific, sometimes lower |
| Discipline check | Yes (two phases) | No (skipped) |
| Fee refund | Third payout | Plan-specific |
The Instant Funded route fits experienced traders who already know their strategy works and want to avoid the evaluation friction. For traders still building consistency, the 2-Step provides a paid education in operating under prop rules at low cost. The discipline imposed by clearing two evaluation phases tends to translate into longer-lasting funded accounts.
Payout reliability and trust signals
Maven Trading's payout reliability rests on the 10-business-day cycle and the 3% minimum withdrawal threshold. Traders evaluating the firm should review independent payout-proof posts, Trustpilot reviews focused on withdrawal speed, and community-sourced verification before committing capital. Payout speed and rule clarity are the two metrics that matter most over a 12-month relationship with any prop firm.
The static drawdown design is itself a trust signal. Firms that use static-DD typically operate on cleaner unit economics than firms relying on aggressive trailing or hybrid mechanics designed to maximize evaluation churn. Maven's published rules are mechanically consistent across the evaluation and funded phases, which reduces the surface area for unexpected rule changes during a payout cycle.
Reset fee structure is the other practical trust signal. Firms that charge premium reset fees relative to original challenge cost rely on reset revenue rather than payout revenue. Maven's reset equals the original fee, which keeps the recovery path affordable without making resets disproportionately expensive.
Trust signals also extend to the platform stack. By supporting MT5, Match Trader, and cTrader at parity (same rules, only fee differential), Maven avoids the platform-lock-in pattern that some competitors use to capture traders into proprietary stacks with limited portability. Traders who later move to other prop firms or to retail brokers keep their platform knowledge intact, which is a long-term value preservation that does not appear on a fee comparison spreadsheet.
The bottom line
Maven's 2-Step Challenge offers the firm's most forgiving drawdown structure at competitive pricing. The 8% static floor preserves operational margin as profits accumulate, the 4% daily layer adds a reasonable session-level guardrail, and the 3 minimum profitable days rule keeps consistency in the foreground without becoming punitive. Fees from $19 to $440 on MT5 and Match Trader make every size accessible. The two-phase format is slower than the 1-Step but cleaner than the 3-Step. For traders who want a balanced evaluation with a meaningful drawdown buffer that does not tighten over time, the 2-Step is Maven's default best pick.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Maven Trading 2-Step Challenge?
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge is a two-phase funded account evaluation with an 8% static drawdown, a 4% daily drawdown limit, and no time restriction on either phase. Traders must hit an 8% profit target in Phase 1 and a 5% profit target in Phase 2 before accessing a funded account with an 80/20 profit split. Three minimum profitable days are required per phase.
How much does the Maven Trading 2-Step Challenge cost?
The Maven Trading 2-Step Challenge costs $19 for a $2K account, $22 for $5K, $44 for $10K, $88 for $20K, $220 for $50K, and $440 for $100K on MT5 or Match Trader. cTrader versions cost roughly double. The original fee is refunded on the third withdrawal from the funded account, not the reset fees.
What is the drawdown on the Maven Trading 2-Step Challenge?
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge uses an 8% static drawdown calculated from the starting balance of each phase. The floor never trails up as the account grows. There is also a 4% daily drawdown limit calculated from the balance at the start of each trading day. Either breach ends the evaluation.
What does static drawdown mean at Maven Trading?
Static drawdown at Maven Trading means the maximum loss limit is fixed from your starting balance and does not move regardless of how much profit you accumulate. On a $10,000 account, the floor stays at $9,200 whether your account grows to $11,000 or $13,000. A trailing drawdown would move upward with those profits, tightening the operational margin over time.
What are the minimum profitable days requirements?
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge requires at least 3 profitable days per phase to pass, and also in the funded stage before a payout qualifies. Each qualifying day must generate a minimum profit of 0.5% of the starting balance for that phase. Sessions do not need to be consecutive but each must clear the 0.5% threshold to count.
Does the Maven Trading 2-Step have a time limit?
No. Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge has no time limit on either Phase 1 or Phase 2. Traders can take as long as they need to reach the profit targets, provided they do not breach the 8% static drawdown or the 4% daily layer. There is no minimum trading-day total beyond the 3 profitable days requirement.
How do payouts work on the Maven Trading 2-Step funded account?
Maven Trading pays out every 10 business days on funded 2-Step accounts. The minimum withdrawal is 3% of the account balance per cycle, and the maximum is $10,000 per 30-day rolling window across all funded accounts. An 80/20 profit split applies, and 3 profitable days must accumulate between payout requests.
Can I trade news events on the Maven Trading 2-Step Challenge?
Maven Trading enforces a 2-minute news trading restriction around major economic events on all challenge types including the 2-Step. No new positions can be opened during this window. Positions opened before the window are not affected and can be held through the release. The list covers tier-1 events like FOMC, NFP, and CPI.
How does the Maven Trading 2-Step compare to the 1-Step?
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge offers a higher 8% static drawdown versus the 1-Step's 5% trailing drawdown, but requires two evaluation phases and a 3 minimum profitable days rule per phase. The 1-Step is faster and simpler with one phase only. The 2-Step gives more room and a non-trailing floor but demands more consistency.
What platforms does the Maven Trading 2-Step support?
Maven Trading's 2-Step Challenge is available on MT5, Match Trader, and cTrader. MT5 and Match Trader share an identical fee schedule. cTrader costs approximately twice as much across every account size. All three platforms support the full instrument range and operate under identical trading rules.
How does the 4% daily drawdown interact with the 8% static floor?
Both layers apply simultaneously. The 4% daily limit resets to the balance at the start of each trading session. The 8% static floor is fixed from the phase starting balance. The daily layer is usually the first to be breached on active intraday accounts, because session volatility punches through 4% faster than gradual losses reach the static 8% level.
What is the profit split on the Maven 2-Step funded account?
The Maven Trading 2-Step funded account pays 80% to the trader and retains 20%. The split is fixed and does not scale with account size or tenure. There is no scaling plan that increases the split over time on the 2-Step product.
Are reset fees refunded on the Maven 2-Step?
No. Only the original challenge fee is refunded on the third payout. Reset fees paid during the evaluation are not part of the refund pool. A trader who paid one reset on a $50K account would receive $220 back on the third payout, not the $440 total of original plus reset.
Can I run multiple Maven 2-Step accounts in parallel?
Yes, but the $10,000 per 30-day rolling withdrawal cap applies across all funded Maven accounts in aggregate, not per account. Traders running multiple funded accounts split that ceiling across all of them. Multiple accounts can speed up capital but do not unlock a higher payout cap.
Does the 2-Step funded account have the same drawdown as the evaluation?
Yes. The funded account inherits the same 8% static floor and 4% daily layer that applied during the evaluation phases. The drawdown structure carries through to live trading without recalibration. The same 3 profitable days gate applies between payout requests.
What is the minimum profit per qualifying day?
A qualifying profitable day on the Maven 2-Step requires realized closed PnL of at least 0.5% of the phase starting balance for that day. On a $10,000 account this is $50. On a $50,000 account it is $250. Unrealized gains in open positions do not count toward the threshold.
Is Maven Trading regulated?
Maven Trading operates as a proprietary trading firm running simulated evaluation accounts. Prop firms are not regulated like brokers because no client capital is at risk during the evaluation phase. Traders should review Maven's terms of service and trustpilot history before committing to a challenge. The firm's track record on payouts and rules clarity is the practical metric to evaluate.