FTMO vs The5ers: Prop Firm Comparison 2026

Compare FTMO (forex/CFD) and The5ers (forex/CFD) side by side — profit splits, challenge fees, drawdown rules, platforms, and trading restrictions.

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	FTMO	The5ers
Trustpilot rating	4.8★ (44,847 reviews)	4.7★ (31,401 reviews)
Max profit split	90%	80%
Evaluation types	2 Steps, 1 Step	1 Step, 3 Steps, 2 Steps
Account sizes	$10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K	$2.5K, $5K, $10K, $20K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $250K
Cheapest challenge fee	$79	$22
Platforms	MT4, MT5, cTrader	MT5, ctrader
Payout frequency	14 days from first trading day	Every 14 days
News trading	Restricted	Not allowed
Automated trading / EAs	Allowed	Restricted
Weekend holding	Restricted	Allowed

Verdict

FTMO offers a higher advertised profit split (90% vs 80%). The5ers is cheaper to enter, with challenge fees from $22 compared to $79 at FTMO. FTMO supports more trading platforms (3 vs 2).

True Cost Calculator

See how much it truly costs to get funded at FTMO, including multiple failed attempts.

Account Size

Challenge Type

Fee for $25K · 2-Step: €250 · Split: 80% to you

How many attempts?

Drag to model your worst-case scenario

2attempts

1Best

5Worst

Total Spent

€500

2 attempts × €250 fee

Net Cost

€250

✓ Last fee refunded on 1st payout

Break-Even

1.25%

Profit needed on $25K after 80% split

💡 Fees shown in EUR. Break-even is the minimum profit % you need on your funded account to cover all challenge costs. 2-Step includes a fee refund on your passing attempt.

FTMO vs The5ers — FAQs

Both FTMO and The5ers are legitimate prop trading firms, and the better choice depends on your priorities. FTMO has a higher Trustpilot rating (4.8 vs 4.7). FTMO offers a higher profit split (90% vs 80%).

FTMO has the higher advertised profit split at up to 90%, compared to 80% at The5ers.

The5ers is cheaper to get funded, with challenge fees starting at $22 compared to $79 at FTMO.

Both firms can be used by beginners, though the right choice depends on your experience level. Both offer 1-step evaluations suited to beginners. FTMO account sizes: $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K. The5ers account sizes: $2.5K, $5K, $10K, $20K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $250K.