SpiceProp vs The5ers: Prop Firm Comparison 2026

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

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	SpiceProp	The5ers
Trustpilot rating	4.0★ (573 reviews)	4.7★ (31,401 reviews)
Max profit split	80% (up to 90%)	80%
Evaluation types	2 Steps, 1 Step, Instant, 3 Steps	2 Steps, 3 Steps, 1 Step
Account sizes	—	$2.5K, $5K, $10K, $20K, $25K, $50K, $100K, $250K
Cheapest challenge fee	€40	$22
Drawdown type	Static	—
Platforms	cTrader, MT5	MT5, cTrader, TradingView
Payout frequency	Every 14 days / Every 7 days	Every 14 days
News trading	—	Not allowed
Automated trading / EAs	Allowed	Restricted
Weekend holding	Allowed	Allowed

Verdict

SpiceProp offers a higher advertised profit split (90% vs 80%). The5ers is cheaper to enter, with challenge fees from $22 compared to €40 at SpiceProp. The5ers supports more trading platforms (3 vs 2).

SpiceProp vs The5ers — FAQs

Both SpiceProp and The5ers are legitimate prop trading firms, and the better choice depends on your priorities. The5ers has a higher Trustpilot rating (4.7 vs 4.0). SpiceProp offers a higher profit split (90% vs 80%).

SpiceProp 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 €40 at SpiceProp.

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