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Growth Simulator
Scaling Simulator
See how quickly you can scale from your starting account to $1M+ through consistent trading performance and scaling programs.
Simulator Inputs
1%15%
How Scaling Works
Illustrative model: five equal tiers, unlocked by profit milestones of 10% of the starting account. Selecting a firm sets its best published profit split, which may depend on plan or stage; it does not load that firm’s scaling rules. Verify actual milestones, limits, and eligibility with the firm.
Time to Target
6
months
Final Account
$500K
funded capital
Total Earnings
$41,850
your profit
Growth Timeline
Month 1: $50K
Month 2: $50K
Month 3: $140K
Month 4: $230K
Month 5: $410K
Month 6: $500K
Target: $500K
Tier 1
Month 3
$140K account
Tier 2
Month 4
$230K account
Tier 3
-
$320K account
Tier 4
Month 5
$410K account
Detailed Projection
| Month | Tier | Account | Monthly | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Starting | $50,000 | +$2,250 | $2,250 |
| 2 | Starting | $50,000 | +$2,250 | $4,500 |
| 3 | Tier 1 | $140,000 | +$2,250 | $6,750 |
| 4 | Tier 2 | $230,000 | +$6,300 | $13,050 |
| 5 | Tier 4 | $410,000 | +$10,350 | $23,400 |
| 6 | Master | $500,000 | +$18,450 | $41,850 |
Prop Firms with Scaling Programs
Set Growth Targets
Visualize your path from starter accounts to $500K, $1M, or beyond.
Tier Milestones
See when you'll reach each scaling tier based on your performance.
Earnings Projection
Track cumulative earnings as your account size grows over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a prop firm scaling plan?
A scaling plan is a program where the firm increases your account size as you hit profit milestones. For example, a firm might grow a $50,000 account by 25% each time you earn a set profit target, letting consistent traders eventually control $200,000 or more without paying for a larger evaluation. Rules and milestones vary significantly between firms.
How long does it take to scale from $50,000 to a larger account?
It depends on your monthly return and the firm's milestone requirements. A trader earning a steady 5% per month on a $50,000 account generates $2,500 monthly, so a typical milestone of 10% profit ($5,000) takes about two months per scaling step. This simulator projects your specific timeline from your account size, return rate, and target.
Do all prop firms offer scaling programs?
No. Scaling plans are common but not universal, and the mechanics differ widely — some firms grow the account balance, others raise your contract limits, and some simply let you buy or copy-trade multiple accounts instead. If growth matters to you, compare scaling rules before choosing a firm, not after passing the evaluation.
Is scaling better than opening multiple funded accounts?
They solve the same problem differently. Scaling is free but slow — you earn size through milestones. Multiple accounts give you size immediately but cost extra evaluation fees, and many futures firms allow copy trading across several accounts at once. Many professional funded traders combine both: run several accounts while each scales.
Does my profit split change as my account scales?
Usually the split stays the same percentage, so your dollar earnings grow with the account: 90% of 5% on $50,000 is $2,250 per month, but $9,000 on a $200,000 account from identical trading performance. Some firms also improve the split itself at higher tiers or after consistent payouts.
What should I avoid while trying to scale an account?
Increasing risk to reach milestones faster. Scaling rewards consistency, and the drawdown limit usually grows proportionally slower than the upside — one oversized losing day can breach the account and erase months of progress. Keeping the same risk per trade while the account grows is what actually compounds: same percentages, larger dollar results.