FTUK vs ThinkCapital: Prop Firm Comparison 2026

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

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	FTUK	ThinkCapital
Trustpilot rating	4.0★ (790 reviews)	3.9★ (623 reviews)
Max profit split	80%	80–90%
Evaluation types	1-step, 2-step, instant, flex	Instant, 3 Steps, 1 Step, 2 Steps
Account sizes	5000, 10000, 25000, 50000, 100000, 150000	$2.5K, $5K, $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K
Cheapest challenge fee	—	$39
Drawdown type	—	Trailing
Platforms	MetaTrader 5, Match-Trader, TradeLocker, DXtrade, FTUK XT	ThinkTrader, TradingView
Payout frequency	Approved within 24-48 working hours, then 1-3 working days to the wallet	Bi-weekly / Every 14 days (7-day add-on)
News trading	Allowed	Allowed
Automated trading / EAs	Restricted	Allowed
Weekend holding	Allowed	—

Verdict

ThinkCapital offers a higher advertised profit split (90% vs 80%). ThinkCapital challenge fees start at $39. FTUK supports more trading platforms (5 vs 2).

FTUK vs ThinkCapital — FAQs

Both FTUK and ThinkCapital are legitimate prop trading firms, and the better choice depends on your priorities. FTUK has a higher Trustpilot rating (4.0 vs 3.9). ThinkCapital offers a higher profit split (90% vs 80%).

ThinkCapital has the higher advertised profit split at up to 90%, compared to 80% at FTUK.

ThinkCapital challenge fees start at $39. Pricing data for FTUK is not available.

Both firms can be used by beginners, though the right choice depends on your experience level. ThinkCapital offers a 1-step evaluation which can be simpler for new traders. FTUK account sizes: 5000, 10000, 25000, 50000, 100000, 150000. ThinkCapital account sizes: $2.5K, $5K, $10K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $200K.