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FTMO vs The 5ers
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right prop trading firm.
Quick Overview
FTMO
Established 2015·Czech Republic
DynamiqScore4.5/5.0
Profit Split
80–90%
Evaluation Fee
$79+
Payout Frequency
bi-weekly
Payout Speed
1 day(s)
The 5ers
Established 2016·United Kingdom
DynamiqScore4.5/5.0
Profit Split
50–100%
Evaluation Fee
$19+
Payout Frequency
on-demand
Payout Speed
16 hours
Detailed Comparison
| FTMO | The 5ers | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Capital | $10 000 – $200 000 | $2,500 – $250 000 |
| Max Capital | $2,000,000 | $4 000 000 |
| Profit Split | 80% – 90% | 50% – 100%Winner |
| Evaluation Fee | $79 – $1080 | $19 – $875Winner |
| Payout Frequency | bi-weekly | on-demand |
| Payout Speed | 1 day(s) | 16 hours |
| Commission | $3/lot (Forex) | Spreads as low as 0 |
| Established | 2015 | 2016 |
| Country | Czech Republic | United Kingdom |
Challenge Rules
| FTMO | The 5ers | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Loss Limit | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 1 Profit Target | 10% | 10% |
| Phase 1 Max Drawdown | 10% | 10% |
| Phase 1 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Phase 2 Profit Target | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 2 Max Drawdown | 10% | 10% |
| Phase 2 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Min Trading Days | 4 | 4 |
Pricing & Account Options
FTMO
$10,000
Normal
€89
$25,000
Standard
€250
$50,000
Advanced
€345
Popular$100,000
Professional
€540
$200,000
Elite
€1080
The 5ers
$5,000
Hyper Growth
$260
$10,000
Hyper Growth
$450
Popular$20,000
Hyper Growth
$850
$100,000
High Stakes
$500
Ratings & Trust
| FTMO | The 5ers | |
|---|---|---|
| DynamiqScore | 4.5 / 5.0Winner | 4.5 / 5.0 |
| Expert Score | 4.6 (1 reviews) | 4.7 (1 reviews)Winner |
| User Score | 4.4 (3 reviews)Winner | 4.2 (2 reviews) |
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.8 / 5.0 | 4.8 / 5.0 |
Features & Platforms
| FTMO | The 5ers | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, cTrader | MetaTrader 5, cTrader, Black Arrow (Futures) |
| Instruments | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks, Crypto | Forex, Metals, Indices, Oil, Crypto, Futures |
| Scaling Available | Yes | Yes |
| Max Scaling Amount | $2,000,000 | $4 000 000 |
FTMO — Unique Features
- Owner of regulated broker OANDA
- Up to 90% profit split
- Unlimited trading period
- 100% fee refund with first payout (2-Step)
- Scaling Plan up to $2,000,000
- MT4, MT5 and cTrader platforms
- Free Trial available
- $500M+ paid to traders
- Prime Programme loyalty rewards
Key Selling Points
- Owner of regulated broker OANDA (acquired December 2025)
- Up to 90% profit split
- Unlimited trading period on all challenges
- 100% fee refund with first payout (2-Step)
- Scaling Plan up to $2,000,000
- MT4, MT5 and cTrader platforms
- Free Trial with unlimited retries
- $500M+ paid to traders since 2015
- Prime Programme loyalty rewards
The 5ers — Unique Features
- Scale up to $4,000,000
- Up to 100% profit share
- 16 hours average payout time
- NEW: Futures programs on Black Arrow
- High Stakes entry from $19
- Bootcamp: funded for $72 total
- MT5 Hedge and cTrader
- ~336K funded traders
Key Selling Points
- Scale up to $4,000,000
- Up to 100% profit share
- 16 hours average payout time
- NEW: Futures programs on Black Arrow platform
- High Stakes entry from just $19
- Bootcamp: funded for $72 total
- MT5 Hedge and cTrader platforms
- 4.8/5 Trustpilot from 21,000+ reviews
- ~336,000 funded traders worldwide
Our Verdict
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It's a tie!
Both firms offer competitive features. Your choice depends on your specific trading style and preferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which firm has better profit split?
The 5ers (100% vs 90%)
Which firm has lower evaluation fees?
The 5ers ($19 vs $79)
Which firm has more lenient trading rules?
FTMO
Can I have accounts at both firms?
Yes, most traders hold accounts at multiple prop firms simultaneously to diversify and take advantage of each firm's unique benefits.
