FTMO vs TradersYard: Prop Firm Comparison 2026

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

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	FTMO	TradersYard
Trustpilot rating	4.8★ (44,847 reviews)	—
Max profit split	90%	80%
Evaluation types	2 Steps, 1 Step	1-step, 2-step, instant
Account sizes	$10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K	10000, 25000, 50000, 100000, 150000
Cheapest challenge fee	$79	—
Platforms	MT4, MT5, cTrader	MetaTrader 5, TradersYard Platform, AgenaTrader
Payout frequency	14 days from first trading day	1-2 business days after KYC, most within 4-6 business hours
News trading	Restricted	Restricted
Automated trading / EAs	Allowed	Restricted
Weekend holding	Restricted	—

Verdict

FTMO offers a higher advertised profit split (90% vs 80%). FTMO challenge fees start at $79. Both firms support 3 trading platforms.

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 TradersYard — FAQs

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

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

FTMO challenge fees start at $79. Pricing data for TradersYard is not available.

Both firms can be used by beginners, though the right choice depends on your experience level. FTMO offers a 1-step evaluation which can be simpler for new traders. FTMO account sizes: $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K. TradersYard account sizes: 10000, 25000, 50000, 100000, 150000.