About The Upside Funding

CEO

Charles Finkelstein

Established

2024

Country

Hong Kong

Broker

Purple Trading

Platform

cTrader

Trust Pilot

4.5

Payment Methods

Card, Crypto

Payout Methods

Rise, Crypto
More info The Upside Funding
The Upside Funding Challenges
Account Size
Steps
Challenge
Price
5 (43 reviews)

Customer Reviews (43)

  • Timo Vatu
    3 months ago

    Great support and solid system overall—would definitely recommend it. The whole setup feels pretty smooth, and the help I got was quick as well. Honestly, for 1–2 days of testing, everything was working as expected, and that made it easy to trust. If you’re on the fence, go for it; you won’t regret it.

  • Tane Williams
    3 months ago

    Amazing support, especially being down here in NZ/Aus. The responses are quick whenever there’s an issue, which really helps keep things moving. I’ve also found the discounts pretty generous—about 15% more than I expected, at least in my case. Overall, it’s been a solid experience, and I’m looking forward to becoming a top trader with Upside. Thanks to the team for the support.

  • Lachlan Brooks
    3 months ago

    Just got my second payout, and honestly it went really smoothly.

    Approval was super fast—requested it and it was approved almost straight away, no drama at all. Overall it’s speedy and there’s no fuss, which is exactly what I want. Seems reliable so far.

  • Tosin Adeyemi
    3 months ago

    I paid for a 5K challenge and, honestly, I got access immediately. The customer support team has been really helpful too—they replied fast and answered all my questions about their rules and policies. I’m still working on passing the evaluation, but so far my experience has been solid. From what I’ve seen so far, they look serious and legit in the prop firm space.

  • Ananya Kulkarni
    3 months ago

    Good prop flim. The quality feels pretty solid and the overall look is decent as well. I bought it for a specific use and it worked out better than I expected. Overall, I’d say it’s a good one for the price.

  • Amit Sharma
    3 months ago

    One of the more trusted prop firms I’ve come across, and honestly at a fairly cheaper price than a lot of others. The overall experience feels reliable, and the pricing doesn’t pinch as much. If you’re looking to get started without spending too much upfront, this seems worth considering.

  • Oliver Smith
    3 months ago

    I’ve had a really solid experience with Upside so far. The platform feels smooth to use, the rules are easy to follow, and it all comes across as fair and properly structured compared to a few other prop firms I looked at.
    I also want to give a proper shoutout to Tom — he’s been genuinely helpful from the start. Whenever I had questions, he took the time to explain things clearly and offer guidance when I actually needed it. You don’t always get that kind of support, so it genuinely makes a difference when you’re trying to pass.
    All in all, it’s a reliable firm with good support behind it. In my case, it’s been a very positive experience, and I’d happily recommend it.

  • Amit Sharma
    4 months ago

    One of the simplest rules, probably one of the most affordable options too. Honestly, it feels quite worth taking. The whole process is pretty easy, and you don’t have to overthink anything. For the price, the value is really good—so if you’re considering it, I’d say go for it.

  • Ngozi Uche Okafor
    4 months ago

    The sign-up process was pretty smooth, honestly, and I got my trading account details very quickly. I didn’t have to wait around for ages, which I really appreciated, and everything felt organized from the start.

  • Rizki Pratama
    4 months ago

    Bukti pembayaran jelas dan bisa dilacak dengan baik. Responsnya juga cepat banget, nggak perlu nunggu lama. Overall pelayanannya oke, seperti yang dijanjikan.

  • Chinonso Okafor
    4 months ago

    This has to be the best customer support I’ve seen in the industry. The team is absolutely fantastic—quick responses, and they actually take time to understand your issue. Honestly, it’s massively amazing. Big kudos to everyone, keep it up! ??

  • Tawanda Chibanda
    4 months ago

    I really like that the co-founder of this firm is constantly engaging with traders. Honestly, with everything that’s been happening in the global economy, it’s reassuring to get timely updates. He also does podcasts where we break down key issues, and those discussions help a lot.

    For me, being a beneficiary of all that information feels like a big advantage. Every day, I receive email updates telling me what’s moving and what to watch next, so I’m never completely in the dark. Compared to many other prop firms, where the top management is usually quiet and you hardly hear from them, with Upside it’s different. You can actually feel that they’re involved.

    And the account process is solid too. It’s not just “buy an account and good luck” — once you purchase, you’re given the resources and support to work on the account. That kind of guidance is really amazing.

  • Amina Salisu
    4 months ago

    This is a really solid firm, and the support team is quick to respond. I had a few questions and they came back within 30–45 minutes, which I honestly wasn’t expecting. Everything was handled professionally, but the communication felt friendly too. Overall, a great experience with fast support.

  • Rohit Sharma
    4 months ago

    Had a great experience overall. The support team was quick to respond, and the platform rules and trading conditions are explained pretty clearly. Honestly, it felt smooth from start to finish, and everything was handled in a very professional way. Highly recommended if you’re looking for something straightforward.

  • Aarav Verma
    4 months ago

    Nice firm feel and a good interface. I’ve been using it for the first time now, and honestly it seems smooth so far. The setup was simple too, and the overall experience feels quite solid. Only used it briefly, but I’m definitely planning to continue.

  • Emily Carter
    4 months ago

    I’ve been with them for around 12 months now, and I honestly think their customer support team—and the management behind it—are among the best I’ve seen. Responses are usually super quick, and the whole process feels pretty transparent, with rules that are actually clear. I’ve also had fast payouts so far, which is great. Overall, I haven’t had much to complain about.

  • Amelia Grant
    5 months ago

    I’m fairly experienced with options trading, but I’m definitely not an FX person yet—so I thought I’d give it a go with a prop firm. The whole idea was simple: once I’d found my edge, I wanted to partner with a prop trading company that felt decent and genuinely trustworthy, not just another outfit making big promises.

    To be honest, after how the prop industry can be, I spent months researching. I grilled multiple firms with questions over email, through chatbots, and even via their live helpdesk chats. It was a bit disappointing that some didn’t bother to reply at all, but I kept going. Eventually, I came across The Upside Funding—and honestly, it’s been a bit of a whirlwind. So far, it’s an easy 10/10 from me. ⭐

    Quick summary of my experience with The Upside Funding so far:
    • They’re transparent about how they operate and what actually makes them different.
    • Their trading rules are clearly laid out, and the evaluation and fully funded processes are explained in a straightforward way.
    • The payout structure, rules, and payment timing are easy to understand too—currently it looks like 75–90% depending on the stage.
    • Customer service has been responsive. Like, genuinely fast, which you don’t always get.
    • Three of the five founders work in the business day-to-day, and James (one of the founders) is available to funded traders because he’s head of trader management.
    • They’ve got real experience—banking backgrounds from leading international banks—so it feels like they know how to run a trading business, not just market one.
    • It’s founded by Australians and New Zealanders, and that gives me a bit more peace of mind compared to some other firms. I’m a Kiwi living in London, so maybe I’m biased, but still.
    • Their attitude seems to be that they want traders to pass the evaluations, get funded, and start making proper real money.
    • They even say they’ll pay a $1,000 bonus if they’re late making a payment. It’s a small extra “touch”, but I like seeing that kind of accountability.
    • They’re actively encouraging more women to trade the markets. I honestly find that really refreshing.
    • There’s also the chance to become a remote trader for TUF, with coaching and mentoring from their team—and potentially earn big money through trading.

    It’s early days in my FX journey with them, but right now it’s… so far, so good. I feel comfortable trading in this space, and because I’ve built a good relationship with James and the team (mainly via email and WhatsApp), I’m confident I’ll do well with the FX evaluations and beyond. In the end, if I succeed and improve financially, everyone benefits, right?

  • Mason Walker
    6 months ago

    This was my first time using TUF and honestly, the support has been really good. I’m getting replies in under 24 hours, even with the time zone difference they must have. The rules are also pretty solid—much better than most other FX firms I’ve tried. I’m currently waiting on my first TUF payout, and hopefully it comes through soon.

  • Ayaan Khan
    6 months ago

    Hi, 2025 was a really stressful and financially rough year for me. Honestly, I had almost no hope, but I kept trying—especially the giveaways I saw on Instagram. In October, I won a ₹10k giveaway from TUF, and after that day I started working consistently to complete P1 and P2.

    Then, by Dec 31, I requested my payout from TUF. Within 24 hours, it came through on 1.1.26. So yeah, that was a very good and much-needed start to the year.

    What really impressed me was the UPSIDE side as well. They processed my payout on New Year, and the spreads felt tight and clean to trade with. It actually changed my perspective on UPSIDE—thank you.

    Today, I’ve also requested my 2nd payout, and I’m hopeful it goes just as smoothly. Big thanks to the whole team for the support and guidance. ⬆️ ❤️❤️

  • Hassan Qureshi
    9 months ago

    Upside Funding genuinely impressed me. The platform is smooth to use and honestly quite beginner-friendly, especially when you’re still getting the hang of everything. What stood out the most for me though is their support team. They reply fast, explain things in a professional way, and they never seem to leave you waiting or stuck.

    If you’re looking for a prop firm that actually cares about traders—not just the numbers—then Upside Funding is a solid choice. I’d definitely recommend it.

  • Lauren Davies
    9 months ago

    My husband has been trading for a couple of years now, and recently he started looking into the prop trading world because he wants to trade other people’s capital as well as our own. He spent time researching loads of different prop firms and, if I’m honest, it was a bit disappointing—some of the behaviour he saw just didn’t sit right.

    We nearly put the whole idea to bed until we came across The Upside Funding. He’s been genuinely impressed with how they go about things, the backgrounds of the founders, and the professionalism from day one. It’s rare to find a firm that seems to take the process seriously rather than just pushing people along.

    I decided to write this because overnight the TUF support team were there to help him with some new technology he’s thinking about using. That sort of quick, practical assistance really goes beyond what you’d expect, especially when it’s not even during standard working hours.

    I personally won’t be prop trading myself—I’m sticking with options only—but I do think it’s fair to give credit where credit’s due in this space. I’m looking forward to seeing how happy he’s going to be once he gets funded.

    Well done, Team TUF! I’m really impressed… and he mentions you all the time, so you must be doing something right because he’s not exactly easy to please.

  • Rohit Sharma
    9 months ago

    My experience with Upside Funding has been really great. I received my payout within 18 hours, and the whole process felt super smooth from start to finish. Gemma has been consistently helpful, and the moderators—Adrian, Tom, and Grace—do a great job keeping the community supportive. Overall, I genuinely think this is one of the best firms I’ve worked with so far! ?

  • Marvin Edwards
    10 months ago

    It’s honestly been an absolute joy getting funded with the upside funding. I’ve been pursuing trading for a good few years now, and having access to that upside model really gave my journey a serious boost. What stood out to me right from the start is that they genuinely care about traders doing well—not just about taking profit metrics and moving on.

    In fact, that was one of the main reasons I chose this prop firm. From my experience with the team at Upside Funding—whether it’s been through their platform or even their social media presence—I can say with confidence that they’re focused on supporting each trader. They’ve also put in real effort to improve the trader experience over time, like actually listening to feedback and making sure the trading conditions are solid.

    With the support they provide, it doesn’t feel like “just another” prop firm. The overall experience has been A++ for me.

  • Mikko Laakso
    10 months ago

    This seems like a really strong firm overall, at least based on what I’ve seen so far. I’m still not trading with them yet, though, so I can’t say how everything holds up in practice. For now, though, I’m optimistic—it feels like they know what they’re doing.

  • James Thompson
    10 months ago

    I’ve checked out a few other prop trading firms before, but I never signed up mainly because the fees felt too high, the trading restrictions were pretty strict, and the profit targets seemed kinda unrealistic.
    With Upside, the pricing is reasonably fair, there are only a handful of restrictions, and the targets feel more achievable.
    From my side, the setup was smooth too—after I made my payment, I was able to start trading within about 15–20 minutes. The whole process was straightforward and, honestly, glitch free.

  • Ishaan Patel
    10 months ago

    First of all, I’d like to appreciate the support team for the dedication they show toward customer care. Secondly, I want to comment on how efficient the propfirm is. From my side, once you pass a phase, you don’t have to wait days just to get your certificate or to move to the next step—everything is handled pretty fast, usually within 1–2 days, depending on verification. So far, my experience with this prop has been really superb. There are no lags in the process, and I haven’t come across any hidden rules either. It’s genuinely transparent, and that makes a difference.

  • Oliver Thompson
    11 months ago

    Customer service was really good, I have to say. They responded quickly and sorted out my issue without any hassle, which I appreciated a lot. Thanks to the team as well—much better than I expected.

  • Anele Dlamini
    1 year ago

    I recently discovered that they actually refund the challenge fee after the second payout as well. Honestly, that’s pretty nice and not something you see everywhere. To me, it really shows they have confidence in skilled traders, because they’re putting real support behind the process. What I liked most is how the rules are flexible, but the team still feels genuinely caring—so this quickly became my favorite place.

  • Raka Pratama
    1 year ago

    Saya suka karena tidak ada aturan terlalu ketat soal news trading dan penggunaan bot. Buat saya, ini benar-benar menambah variasi strategi—jadi nggak monoton terus. Selain itu, saya juga nggak merasa ada beban stop loss wajib, jadi saya lebih leluasa mengatur risiko sesuai gaya masing-masing.

    Rasanya seperti trading di akun pribadi, tapi tetap ada dukungan yang nyata. Kurang lebih enaknya di situ sih.

  • Dimas Pratama
    1 year ago

    Awalnya saya sempet ragu, tapi setelah dicoba, fee untuk challenge ini terasa cukup wajar. Apalagi saat dana dikembalikan setelah profit—jadi nggak bikin khawatir. Kesan kami secara keseluruhan: timnya ramah dan responnya cepat, beneran membantu waktu ada kendala. Overall pengalaman saya positif, meski awalnya agak ragu juga.

  • Siti Nur Aulia
    1 year ago

    Kami cukup senang karena diizinkan untuk menahan posisi di akhir pekan. Buat kami, ini memang keuntungan besar, karena jadi lebih fleksibel dalam mengatur strategi. Terus terang, jarang sekali ada firma prop yang sefleksibel ini. Overall, layanan mereka terasa lebih masuk akal dan nggak bikin kami ribet—jadi apresiasi!

  • Chiamaka Okafor
    1 year ago

    I was honestly worried about the 9% target, like… what if it never happens in time? But it turns out there’s no time limit, so I could just wait for the right prime setups. When I held over the weekend, it gave me a nice gap to work with, and that small edge really helped. By the time I finally got to 9%, I felt genuinely proud. Overall, this format really does reward patient traders, and that’s the truth.

  • Rizky Pratama
    1 year ago

    Awalnya saya agak khawatir soal transaksi, tapi ternyata semuanya jelas dan rapi banget di dashboard mereka. Untuk profit split, bisa sampai 88% (mendekati 90-an), dan weekend holding juga masih diperbolehkan, jadi lebih fleksibel buat yang punya jadwal. Jujur, platform seperti ini tergolong jarang, apalagi kalau dibandingkan yang lain. Yang bikin saya makin yakin juga karena tim support-nya responsif dan nggak berputar-putar saat ditanya.

  • Emily Thompson
    1 year ago

    I honestly never expected to get direct mentorship, but they completely proved me wrong.

    Straight up, it feels amazing to have solid guidance whenever I need it. I’m genuinely grateful—like, so much!

  • Siti Nur Aisyah
    1 year ago

    The support I got was really extraordinary. I didn’t have any trouble contacting them, even though my timezone is GMT+8. With some other sites, I usually end up waiting a bit because they mostly work around Western time zones, but in this case it’s genuinely 24 hours. Honestly, it made everything so much easier.

  • Mohammed Alia
    1 year ago

    I’ve used a few prop firms before, but honestly none felt as genuinely supportive as this one. From day one, it was clear there are real industry pros working behind the scenes—two former bank directors, each with 20+ years of experience. In my view, that background comes through in basically every rule and guideline they publish, and the whole process feels more thought out than most. Also, being able to keep trades open over the weekend has been a big help for my swing strategy. Overall, I’d say the support is legit, not just marketing.

  • Aisha Al Mansouri
    1 year ago

    I’ve tried other platforms that use a trailing drawdown, and honestly it drives me nuts. With this one, the 9% is static, so my buffer doesn’t keep shrinking as profits build up. Phase 1’s 9% target and Phase 2’s 5% are similar in spirit, just set for different goals. To me, that feels fair—especially since you get unlimited time. It also lets me manage risk without feeling like I have to rush against the clock.

  • Camila Herrera
    1 year ago

    A new team/company worth paying attention to.

    Even though they’re still pretty new, I honestly felt relaxed while doing the challenge. The support was solid, and I didn’t have to struggle much like I usually do. I’m not entirely sure I can find a better option than what they’re offering right now.

    Please keep up the good work!

  • Mason Campbell
    1 year ago

    This isn’t only about getting funding—it’s really a trading school that puts an emphasis on skill and discipline. Honestly, it feels more like a program that helps you sharpen your approach instead of just throwing money at you. If you’re serious about trading and want structure, I’d definitely recommend it. Great place to start if you take the process seriously.

  • Dian Melani Sari
    1 year ago

    Good service, and honestly I really recommend it. The whole experience was smooth, and everything felt handled properly. If you’re looking for something reliable, this is it—highly recommend! ???

  • Ethan Clark
    1 year ago

    I just got funded through The Upside Funding on a $100k account, and so far it’s been a really good experience. What stood out most is that they actually give you direct access to their CEO, Charles, and he was genuinely helpful throughout the whole process. Honestly, it felt smoother than I expected, and I’m glad I chose them.

  • Dimas Pratama
    1 year ago

    Tim supportnya cepat tanggap banget. Di sini pricing-nya juga terjangkau, jadi nggak bikin mikir dua kali waktu mau mulai. Yang paling saya suka, saya sempat dimedatori langsung oleh CEO di tempat, jadi saya merasa lebih aman—nggak perlu takut ambil risiko. Overall, saya bener-bener seneng banget dengan Upside Funding.

  • Kiki Cahyani
    1 year ago

    I appreciate the company’s transparency. It really feels like there are faces behind the business, not just a faceless brand. Overall, I like how open they are, and it makes the whole experience more trustworthy.