Hantec TradervsMaven

Hantec Trader and Maven both offer a 80% profit split, so the real differentiators come down to cost, capital, and rules. Hantec Trader charges $499 and funds up to $400,000, while Maven charges $472 and funds up to $200,000. Hantec Trader uses a 2-step evaluation; Maven uses 2 steps.

Maven's challenge fee of $472 is lower than Hantec Trader's $499, making it the lower-cost option for traders focused on upfront fees.

Both Hantec Trader and Maven offer a 80% profit split, so there is no meaningful difference in how profits are shared. Other factors—such as payout frequency, scaling plans, and maximum allocation—are likely to have a greater impact on your decision.

Hantec Trader offers a maximum allocation of $400,000, compared with Maven's $200,000. Traders looking to manage larger amounts of capital may prefer Hantec Trader.

Both firms use a 2-step evaluation. Maven requires at least 4 trading days per phase, while Hantec Trader has no minimum trading day requirement, allowing faster progression if performance targets are met.

Both Hantec Trader and Maven use Balance Equity Highest Eod drawdown rules, so there is no difference in how your loss limit is calculated.

Hantec Trader pays out every 14 days, while Maven pays out every 10 days.

Maven offers more frequent access to profits, which may appeal to traders who prioritize regular cash flow.

Both Hantec Trader and Maven offer a scaling plan, allowing funded traders to increase their account allocation over time by meeting performance targets.

Maven holds a 3.4 rating from 10 reviews, while Hantec Trader holds a 3.3 rating from 15 reviews. Maven scores higher, but Hantec Trader's rating is based on a larger sample size, so both factors are worth considering.