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FTMO vs The5ers: Which Prop Firm Wins in 2026?

Two of the biggest names in prop trading go head to head. Here's the honest comparison after trading with both.

FTMO vs The5ers

Both firms are excellent, but they serve different types of traders. Let me break down exactly when to choose each.

Pricing

FTMO starts at $155 for the $10K account. The5ers starts at $95 for their bootcamp tier.

Profit split

FTMO offers up to 90%. The5ers caps at 80% but has aggressive scaling.

Verdict

Choose FTMO if you want the most established option with maximum profit split. Choose The5ers if your long-term goal is to scale to seven-figure accounts.

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