FTMO
The5ers
| Rating | 4.9 | 4.5 |
| Market | Forex/CFD | Forex/CFD |
| Evaluation | 2-Step / 1-Step | 1-Step / 2-Step |
| Account sizes | $10K–$200K | $6K–$100K |
| Max drawdown | 10% max / 5% daily | 4% daily / 6% max |
| Profit split | 80–90% | 50% start, up to 100% |
| Min. trading days | 4 per phase | 6 across phases |
| Refund policy | Refunded on 1st payout | Not stated |
| Price (100K) | $585 | $875 |
| Payout speed | 14-day cycle, 1–2 days processing | Bi-weekly / 16h average |
| Methods | — | Rise|Crypto|Bank Transfer |
| Scaling plan | +25% per cycle, up to $400K | Up to ~$4M; salary option |
Conclusion: both FTMO and The5ers are worth considering in 2026. By overall rating, FTMO leads by 0.4 points. Match the rules to your style before deciding.