Topstep Discount Codes & Promos 2026: Current Deals

Topstep runs some of the most consistent promotional pricing in the prop firm industry—to the point where paying full price for a Trading Combine is almost always a mistake.

The standard pricing is $165/month for 50K, $325 for 100K, and $375 for 150K. But the discounted pricing—$49, $99, and $149 respectively—has been available so consistently that many traders consider it the "real" price. I've tracked Topstep's promotional patterns for over a year, and here's what you need to know about getting the best deal, when to buy, and which codes actually work.

Why Topstep matters: Topstep is the firm that started the futures prop trading industry. Founded by CME floor trader Michael Patak, they've been around longer than any competitor. I've evaluated their accounts, tracked their payout history, and compared them against every major alternative in the space.

That said, longevity doesn't mean perfection. Topstep has strengths (proven track record, fast payouts, strong platform support) and weaknesses (trailing drawdown, subscription model costs, no affiliate program for reviewers) that I've documented honestly. For a complete breakdown of their account types, pricing, and what to expect at each stage, read my full Topstep accounts overview. For the absolute latest, check Topstep's website or their Help Center.

Current Standard Discounted Pricing

Topstep's most persistent promotion offers 60-70% off Trading Combine subscriptions. At the time of writing, the discounted pricing structure looks like this:

$50,000 account: $49/month (70% off the $165 standard price). $100,000 account: $99/month (69% off the $325 standard price). $150,000 account: $149/month (60% off the $375 standard price).

These prices have been available with such regularity that they essentially represent Topstep's default pricing for new customers. The "full price" figures exist primarily as reference points to anchor the perceived discount.

How to Apply a Promo Code

The process is straightforward but has a specific sequence you need to follow.

Log in to your Topstep Dashboard (or create an account). Click "Start a Trading Combine" at the top of your Dashboard. Select your preferred account size (50K, 100K, or 150K). Accept the Trading Combine Account Rebill Agreement—this step must be completed before entering payment details. Confirm your shipping/billing address. Under "Coupons & Payment," enter your promo code in the designated field and click "Apply." You'll see the discounted amount reflected immediately if the code is valid. Enter your payment details and click "Pay" to complete the purchase.

Key detail: you must accept the rebill agreement before the promo code field becomes active. Some traders report confusion because they try to enter the code before completing this step.

Types of Promotions Topstep Runs

Topstep uses several promotional mechanisms beyond simple discount codes.

Percentage-off codes are the most common—applied at checkout to reduce your first month's subscription. These typically range from 25% to 70% off, with 60-70% being the most frequently available range. Some codes offer additional perks like free resets or extra accounts.

TopstepTV live stream deals are announced during daily coaching sessions. The TopstepTV hosts occasionally share exclusive codes during broadcasts that aren't available elsewhere. These tend to be time-limited (24-48 hours) and can offer deeper discounts than standard promotions.

Email-exclusive promotions come to subscribers who've opted into Topstep's newsletter. These sometimes include flash sales, birthday discounts, or re-engagement offers for traders who've been inactive. If you're considering Topstep, sign up for their email list a week before purchasing—you'll likely receive a promotional offer.

Social media drops happen on Topstep's Instagram, X/Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook accounts. Limited-time codes get posted directly in social media content. Following their accounts with notifications turned on is the fastest way to catch flash deals.

Holiday and seasonal sales tend to offer the deepest discounts. Black Friday/Cyber Monday, New Year's, and July 4th historically see the largest promotions. However, unlike some competitors (Apex runs 80-90% off sales), Topstep's seasonal pricing usually stays within the 60-75% off range—not dramatically different from their standard promotional pricing.

The Pricing Strategy: Why Full Price Is Almost Never Worth It

Here's the uncomfortable truth about Topstep's pricing that most review sites won't tell you: the "standard" prices exist primarily as marketing anchors.

At $165/month for a 50K account, Topstep would be significantly overpriced compared to competitors. Tradeify Select starts at $103-$159 for 50K. Alpha Futures Standard is $79. MFFU evaluations start around $100. At full price, Topstep's value proposition collapses—you're paying substantially more for an evaluation that's comparable in difficulty to competitors offering cheaper entry.

At $49/month—the persistent discount price—Topstep is the cheapest serious evaluation in futures prop trading. Even cheaper than most competitors' discounted rates. This is the price point that makes Topstep's total cost competitive, and it's the price most new traders actually pay.

My advice: never pay full price for a Topstep Trading Combine. If the standard promotions aren't active when you want to sign up, wait a few days. Topstep cycles through promotions frequently enough that discounted pricing returns within 1-2 weeks at most.

Hidden Costs Beyond the Subscription

The promo code saves you money on the evaluation subscription. But the total cost of getting funded and staying funded includes several additional charges that promo codes don't cover.

Activation fee: $149 (one-time, charged when you pass and activate your Express Funded Account). This is non-refundable and non-discountable. No promo code reduces this fee. It's a fixed cost regardless of when or how you purchase your Trading Combine.

Reset fees: $49 (50K), $99 (100K), $149 (150K) per manual reset. If you break a rule and need to restart your evaluation, this is the cost. The Reset-at-Rebill feature gives you one free reset per monthly rebill, but additional resets within a billing cycle cost extra.

Depth of Market data: $34.25/month if you want Level 2 order book data on TopstepX. Optional but useful for order flow traders. Rebills monthly on the last day of each month.

Payout processing fee: $30 per withdrawal. This applies every time you request a payout from your funded account.

So the true first-month cost for a trader who passes quickly on a 50K account: $49 (eval with promo) + $149 (activation) = $198. Plus $30 for your first withdrawal. That's $228 before your first dollar of profit reaches your bank account.

Stacking and Combining Codes

Topstep generally does not allow stacking multiple promo codes on a single purchase. One code per Trading Combine purchase. However, some promotions include bundled benefits—like a percentage discount plus a free reset credit or a free additional evaluation. These aren't technically "stacked" codes but achieve a similar effect.

Some codes are account-type specific (only valid for 50K, or only for 100K+). Others are universal across all account sizes. Read the terms carefully before assuming a code works for your desired account.

Promo codes typically apply only to the first month of your subscription. Subsequent monthly rebills return to the standard rate associated with your account. This means a 70% off code saves you $116 on a 50K account for month one—but month two (if you haven't passed) rebills at $165. Check whether your specific code includes ongoing discounts or just the initial month.

The Multi-Account Strategy

One of Topstep's promotions worth knowing about: the "5EXPRESSFUNDEDACCOUNTS" code and similar multi-account deals. These allow traders to run up to 5 Trading Combines simultaneously at discounted rates. For traders who use a copy-trading approach across multiple evaluations, this can dramatically reduce the per-account cost of getting funded.

Running multiple evaluations simultaneously is a legitimate strategy. If your win rate on passing evaluations is, say, 30%, running 3 evaluations at once gives you a ~66% probability of passing at least one. The math works in your favor if the cost of additional evaluations is low enough—and with promo pricing, it often is.

When to Buy: Timing Your Purchase

Based on tracking Topstep's promotional patterns, here's the optimal timing strategy.

Best time to buy: During holiday sales (Black Friday, New Year's, major US holidays) or when TopstepTV announces flash deals during live streams. These offer the deepest discounts and sometimes include bonus perks.

Good time to buy: Any time the standard 60-70% off promotion is active—which is most of the time. At $49 for 50K, the value proposition is strong.

Worst time to buy: When Topstep is between promotional cycles and only full-price purchasing is available. This happens occasionally but rarely lasts more than a week or two. If you see full pricing, just wait.

Pro tip: If you're already subscribed and your next rebill is approaching at full price, canceling and re-purchasing with a new promo code is sometimes cheaper than continuing the existing subscription. Check the math before your rebill date.

Affiliate Codes vs Direct Codes

Many Topstep reviews and YouTube videos include affiliate promo codes. These codes give the content creator a commission when you use them, and they typically offer the same discount as Topstep's direct promotions. There's generally no disadvantage to using an affiliate code—you get the same price either way, and the content creator earns a commission from Topstep (not from your pocket).

That said, always compare the affiliate code discount against Topstep's current direct promotion. Occasionally, Topstep's website offers a better deal than affiliate codes, particularly during flash sales. Spend 30 seconds checking both before committing.

The Bottom Line

Topstep's promotional pricing makes the evaluation genuinely affordable—$49/month for a 50K account is less than a single dinner for two at a decent restaurant. But the total cost of funding (evaluation + activation + resets + data + payout fees) adds up beyond the headline number. Budget for the full cost, not just the discounted subscription price.

The golden rule: never pay full price, always apply a code, and factor in the $149 activation fee when calculating your true cost of getting funded. At promotional pricing, Topstep offers the cheapest entry point in serious futures prop trading. At full price, it's overpriced relative to competitors. The promo code makes or breaks the value proposition.