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The 5ers vs BrightFunded
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right prop trading firm.
Overall Winner: The 5ers
Quick Overview
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
BrightFunded
Established 2023·United Arab Emirates
DynamiqScore4.4/5.0
Profit Split
80–100%
Evaluation Fee
$120+
Payout Frequency
bi-weekly (weekly add-on)
Payout Speed
Within 24h (avg ~17h)
Detailed Comparison
| The 5ers | BrightFunded | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Capital | $2,500 – $250 000 | $5 000 – $200 000 |
| Max Capital | $4 000 000 | $400 000 |
| Profit Split | 50% – 100% | 80% – 100% |
| Evaluation Fee | $19 – $875Winner | $120 – $950 |
| Payout Frequency | on-demand | bi-weekly (weekly add-on) |
| Payout Speed | 16 hours | Within 24h (avg ~17h) |
| Commission | Spreads as low as 0 | $3.5/lot (Forex) |
| Established | 2016 | 2023 |
| Country | United Kingdom | United Arab Emirates |
Challenge Rules
| The 5ers | BrightFunded | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Loss Limit | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 1 Profit Target | 10% | 8%Winner |
| 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
The 5ers
$5,000
Hyper Growth
$260
$10,000
Hyper Growth
$450
Popular$20,000
Hyper Growth
$850
$100,000
High Stakes
$500
BrightFunded
$10,000
2-Step Challenge
€89
$25,000
2-Step Challenge
€189
$50,000
2-Step Challenge
€289
$100,000
2-Step Challenge
€495
Popular$200,000
2-Step Challenge
€950
Ratings & Trust
| The 5ers | BrightFunded | |
|---|---|---|
| DynamiqScore | 4.5 / 5.0Winner | 4.4 / 5.0 |
| Expert Score | 4.7 (1 reviews)Winner | 4.4 (1 reviews) |
| User Score | 4.2 (2 reviews) | 4.3 (2 reviews)Winner |
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.8 / 5.0Winner | 4.5 / 5.0 |
Features & Platforms
| The 5ers | BrightFunded | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 5, cTrader, Black Arrow (Futures) | cTrader, MetaTrader 5, DXtrade |
| Instruments | Forex, Metals, Indices, Oil, Crypto, Futures | Forex, Indices, Commodities, Crypto |
| Scaling Available | Yes | Yes |
| Max Scaling Amount | $4 000 000 | $400 000 |
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
BrightFunded — Unique Features
- Payouts guaranteed within 24 hours
- Up to 100% profit split
- Trade2Earn: tokens on every trade
- 15% Profit Share during evaluation
- 1-Step, 2-Step Bright, 2-Step Classic
- Funded up to $400,000
- No minimum withdrawal
- Spreads from 0.0 pips, 150+ instruments
- $7M+ paid to traders
Key Selling Points
- Payouts guaranteed within 24 hours (avg ~17h)
- Up to 100% profit split
- Trade2Earn: earn tokens on every trade, win or lose
- 15% Profit Share during evaluation phases
- New lineup: 1-Step, 2-Step Bright, 2-Step Classic
- Funded up to $400,000
- No minimum withdrawal amount
- 4.5/5 on Trustpilot
- Spreads from 0.0 pips, 150+ instruments
Our Verdict
The 5ers wins in 2 of 9 categories
The 5ers has an edge over BrightFunded, based on our data-driven analysis across multiple comparison criteria.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which firm has better profit split?
The 5ers (100% vs 100%)
Which firm has lower evaluation fees?
The 5ers ($19 vs $120)
Which firm has more lenient trading rules?
BrightFunded
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.
