Prop firm comparison
FTMO vs The5ers
Side-by-side comparison of FTMO and The5ers. Data checked November 2026.
| FTMO | The5ers | |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Czech Republic | Israel |
| Founded | 2015 | 2016 |
| Programs | 1-Step, 2-Step | 1-Step, 2-Step, 3-Step, Instant |
| Entry price | €79 | $39 |
| $100K price | €540 (2-Step) | See site |
| Profit split | 80–90% | 50–100% |
| Payouts | Every 14 days | Every 14 days |
| Platforms | MT4, MT5, cTrader | MT5, cTrader |
| Trustpilot | 4.8 / 5 | 4.8 / 5 |
Quick verdict
- The5ers has the cheaper entry price.
- The5ers offers the higher maximum profit split.
- FTMO has the longer track record (since 2015).
- The5ers offers more challenge types.
Wick says
There's no universal winner. Pick the one whose rules fit how you trade: your style, your session and your risk.