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FTMO vs The 5%ers
The Ultimate Head-to-Head Showdown
Key Differences
1
Funding Model: The 5%ers specializes in Instant Funding (no evaluation), while FTMO is strictly 2-Step Evaluation.
2
Scaling: The 5%ers has a clear path to $4M with their Hyper-Growth program. FTMO scales to $2M but requires more cycles.
3
Leverage: FTMO offers higher leverage (1:100) compared to The 5%ers (1:10 to 1:30 for instant accounts).
4
Holding: The 5%ers allows weekend holding on all accounts; FTMO restricts it on non-swing accounts.
Detailed Comparison
TrustPilot Score
4.9
4.8
Starting Price
$155
$235
Profit Target
10%
10%
DD Max Drawdown
10% (equity)
6% (balance)
Platforms
cTrader, DXTrade, MT4, MT5
MT5
Our Verdict
These firms serve different types of traders. The 5%ers is widely considered the best for Instant Funding and scaling—you can trade real capital immediately without a challenge. FTMO is the king of the Evaluation model. If you are confident and have capital, go with The 5%ers to skip the test. If you want high leverage (1:100) and cheap entry, FTMO is the better option.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does The 5%ers really give you real money immediately?
Yes. With their Instant Funding accounts, you trade live capital from Day 1. However, the leverage is lower (1:10) to protect their risk.