AquaFunded 

This is a scam, it gives you a cheap account with daily loss of 150 USD. Then suddenly you see that account has been breached, when you ask them they will tell you your risk per trade is higher and dont worry there wont be any payout. Just run away from these kinda scam websites.

Fast and reliable

Tried the Instant Pro model from Aquafunded and received my credentials immediately after purchase. Trading conditions were solid with no noticeable slippage or wide spreads. Customer support was good always available and quick to respond. I wasn’t fully familiar with the trailing drawdown rule, so unfortunately I didn’t make it to payout, but overall it was a very good experience and I have nothing negative to say.

Update: They now honoured my payout. But its still not a good experience that I had to involve all those third parties. They have to earn the trust of their customers again. But right now it looks promising

When I submitted my payout request, their Risk denied the payout. They flagged three things: high login count, VPS usage, and EA trading. None of these are prohibited in their Terms and Conditions. Their rules only prohibit account sharing — and no account sharing occurred at any time. I am the sole operator of this account.
I submitted a detailed rebuttal on March 11th including proof of VPS ownership. They did not acknowledge a single point I raised. I received no reply for a full week and had to contact support three times before getting any response. When they finally replied, they simply restated the same three observations as if my evidence never existed.
They then offered a 50% settlement. I rejected it. If they had conclusive proof of a violation they would pay nothing.

To date they have not named any third party, not identified any specific suspicious login, and not engaged with any documentation I submitted. I have offered full verification — device ownership, IP records, VPS sole access, identity — and they have not responded to any of it.
I have since filed formal complaints with the CCCP Dubai, the FTC/econsumer.gov, and my legal expenses insurer.

I had a funded account with AquaFunded and legitimately earned $8,000 in profits through independent trading from my home in Coventry, UK. I used Starlink satellite internet (primary) and Smarty mobile data (backup on Three UK network), both of which use dynamic IPs and CGNAT (Carrier-Grade NAT), meaning public IPs are shared regionally among unrelated users – a standard UK mobile/satellite setup.
Key issues in order:

Initial routine review: They repeatedly asked if I used VPN/VPS/proxies. I confirmed multiple times: No, I do not and never have. Trading was solo on my own devices.
Frequent IP changes flagged: Natural due to Starlink handoffs and mobile tower switches. I explained this clearly (CGNAT on Three UK causes innocent overlaps with other traders on the same shared public IP).
Sudden rejection: After requesting the $8,000 payout, they claimed "over 2,500 IP matches with other UK traders" on one shared IP (92.40.185.174 from Three UK). Sent a 19-second video scrolling through a table of unrelated account logins all tied to that single IP – no timestamps, no trade correlations, no proof of coordination/copy trading.
No evidence provided: Despite my offers to supply Starlink logs, Smarty data usage screenshots, geolocation captures (all UK/Coventry), and explanations of CGNAT, they refused breakdowns or further details, citing "security/privacy."
Inconsistent enforcement: Smaller prior payouts were approved on the exact same setup with no IP flags raised. Only now, with a larger amount, they suddenly care.
Hard breach & account closure: Emails arrived calling it a "rule violation, hard breach" and rejecting the withdrawal – no specific rule cited, no evidence beyond the shared IP list.
Refund with gag order: Offered only my challenge fee refund if I signed a Non-Disclosure & Non-Disparagement Agreement forbidding me from posting reviews, discussing the dispute, or sharing any details publicly/private (including on social media/forums). This is a clear attempt to silence criticism.

They ignored my final polite demand for the full payout or evidence, and now refuse to engage.
This feels like selective enforcement to avoid paying profits – common in complaints about AquaFunded (vague IP/copy trading denials, NDA pressure, prior payouts fine but larger ones blocked). My trading was fully compliant and independent; I wouldn't even know how to copy trade or share accounts.
Traders: Be extremely cautious. Document everything, avoid if you value fair payouts and transparency. Plenty of better firms exist.

Its actually my first time using them I hope to get funded and make it to consecutive payouts

Aquafunded is the best prop firm I have use and I will keep using it always, one of the things that amaze me is there sharp customer service response, Seablade is soo quick in responding.

They banned me by saying i traded from 2300 ip adresses it was a total lie i traded only 5 days in total acheived consistency rule and requested payout out of 5 days i traded in india my home country on eeekend i travel bangkok on monday i traded in bangkok as day 5th n requested payout i also shared official ctrader proofs but they rejected my payout and banned me ask me to sign NDA and refunded i worked hard but all they gave me is ac refund
I need my payout im still ready to share all proofs also they just share me random ip sprradsheet in which many of traders where targetted under same violation so be careful with this firm

READ PLS

They honor payouts, thats for sure. Even x10 what you paid so its good.
Spreads are ok, slipagges are very rare 2/100 trades. Im talking gold or us30 very traded instruments.
But the rules are pretty harsh, and many strategies just cant be executed. But if you manage to stick to the rules they will pay. But please read the rules 100 times. Also if you get a sale some challanges are bananas cheap.

The real actual con is that they consider news every small fomc member speech which has 0 impact and some days there are even 5 of these speeches during NY. (Afternoon in europe)

100k Instand Pro

Great firm and good support thanks Tide

Payouts are fast

I purchased a trading evaluation from AquaFunded. The platform displayed a 3% daily drawdown, and my equity remained above the limit, yet my account was arbitrarily terminated. The company later claimed the rule was 2%, contradicting what was shown while I traded. Separately, I completed KYC verification for another account, which was confirmed by their provider but is still unprocessed. This is not the first time I’ve experienced such issues; they tamper with accounts to make outcomes appear in their favor, but now I have undeniable evidence. Their enforcement appears capricious and self-serving.

Utter scam. waste of time. i have proofs.
account number #508169

Chronology:
- I bought the instant funding $400.000 account,
i traded since mid January 2026 till early March 2026

- I managed to accumulate $422,481.41 by early March 2026
screenshot of my AquaFunded account: o2zUJ2JKG1PG

- When i inquired the withdrawal it took 3 business days for the review and this is what they told me:
screenshot of the email:
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Our records show login activity originating from both Indonesia and Vietnam. Please note that Vietnam is currently a restricted country under our policies. In addition, accounts from Indonesia are limited to a maximum of $50,000 in funded capital, whereas your account is $400,000 in funded capital.

Furthermore, the account is registered as being based in the United States and has been trading on the MT5 platform. As stated on our website and during checkout, traders from the United States are not permitted to trade on MT5.

Due to these combined factors, we have no choice but to reject your withdrawal request and close the account in accordance with our policies.
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Isn't this clearly a scam? They know where I'm purchasing & trading from , yet they still let me purchase and trade the account knowing full well that I won't be able to withdraw my $22k in profits :))

Also i use VPN alot because i'm full on privacy mode, i use vpn too on futures prop firms but they still let me withdraw ;)

They did say they would refund my money , but they didn't refund the time & the potential profits i accumulated since mid January :)

Here's a note for future customers:
If the HQ is in the middle east, RUN!
Futures Prop Firms are way better :)

Screenshot of my trading calendar since January:
January: 5nygbCJ9fsmx
February: 2_IGpBGni7Uj
March: taMuzA40vA5w

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Firstly, I purchased a $10,000 Instant Pro Account and enjoyed my Trading Experience in the act of opening and closing trades and have encountered no firm-side manipulation whatsoever. Commissions are fair if not competitive, and Spreads are excellent. In order to Withdraw I needed a 15% Consistency Score - very fair and 5 trading days within an unlimited period that require a flat 0.5% profit for the day. Their floating open of 2% on the account is also very competitive and a trader should risk accordingly. Overall 5/5

I completed my first withdrawal (despite some initial confusion) and made back my input cost on the account, with a meagre profit (as I had large portion of profits confiscated due to a Soft break of some rules - I was not aware of in Specifics)

Why actually 4/5 - There are Soft Rules and Guidelines that can lead to confiscation of Profits. I have nothing against the Rules themselves - but I am annoyed about the lack of note on the rules. They can be found in the FAQs - but it requires serious reading. What AquaFunded (AF) needs is a Induction Video for Traders who pass Evaluation and graduate to Funded or Purchase a Instant Funding Account: Said Video includes a Run-Down of Do's and Don'ts to remind the Trader of Best Practice according to Company Policy. This includes Explaining to Traders that they may not do Tick Scalping (for AF it is any trade that is Open and Closed in a 2 Minute Window - and I ironically can be quite innocent as some Traders tend to be skittish with wins), and other Prohibited Strategies that may look profitable but is inherently malicious, and touch on News Trading and where to find the Red Category as to open trades during News Events. Reiterate the 2% floating drawdown on open position rule and the subsequent closure of account of breaking it. And then the specifics of a Withdrawal and that Traders must have a RISE Account for Withdrawals above $1000 and Separate Crypto Address (ERC20 and TRC20) on Hand for Withdrawals less than $1000, and Advisement to complete Withdrawal Details beforehand - to lessen to possibility of confusions or other issues at Withdrawal Request.

I had to trip and stumble my way to a Withdrawal, and still trip and stumble at Withdrawal. But at least I can help other people with the Do's and Don'ts at AquaFunded after recommending the Prop Firm to them.

So far my Experience is Good and I hope to progress further at AquaFunded - now that I am aware of the Do's and Don'ts

I still Recommend AquaFunded - but please either read their FAQs in full or if they are reading this: A Induction Video to prepare Traders serious about earning money so they don't stumble needlessly or have a large chunk of profits confiscated.

I have been using aqua funded for about 3 years now, for me its the best and the costomer support is great.

Also their transparency is of top notch

Aqua funded is a great firm. Their customer service response is quick and prompt.

Nice working with them.
Superb support team

It was my First time with Aqua funding and get great response.
Support team help so quickly as possible
I have my First payout and get it on time and there is no hidden Rules or difficult situation.
I'm amazed working with them with some suggestions
We need swap free account
News trading time should review

Aqua funded is the best prop firm , I have a great experience with the customer service. Looking forward for long term with them, tested and trusted.

The firm provides good services with an active and responsive support system. Having an account with them has been a positive experience. The process is smooth, and credentials are sent promptly. MT5 access and account management are handled efficiently, making trading convenient and reliable.

Aqua is the bad profirm I buy 1k instant account when I'm close to payout they start charging commission badness when my trade hit sl = 5$ they charge 4$ I Will never forgive this prop is very bad don't buy this prop when they saw you are about to win they created something to Downfall you bad profirms