Prop firm comparison
Best Prop Firms Compared (2026)
Challenge prices, profit splits, payout speed and platforms for popular funded trader programs. Filter by challenge type and sort by what matters to you.
FTMO
Czech Republic · since 2015 · Trustpilot 4.8
- Running since 2015
- Fee refunded with first reward
- Swing account option
FundingPips
UAE · since 2022 · Trustpilot 4.5
- Cheapest entry among large firms
- 2-Step Pro with 80% split
- Zero instant accounts at 95%
The5ers
Israel · since 2016 · Trustpilot 4.8
- Scaling up to $4M
- No time limits
- High Stakes starts at 80% split
FundedNext
UAE · since 2022 · Trustpilot 4.5
- 15% profit share during evaluation
- Up to 95% split
- Scaling to $4M
Maven Trading
UAE · since 2022 · Trustpilot 4.3
- Lowest entry price ($13 for $2K)
- Static drawdown on 2- and 3-step
- No time limits
Prices are the lowest listed entry fee before discounts. Profit splits show the range across programs. Rules and prices change often: confirm on the firm's website before buying. Partner links are labelled.
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