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FTMO logo
FTMO
🗓️ Founded 2015 · Prague, CZ
90
PFL ScoreOut of 100
2-Step 1-Step Beginner Friendly
Profit Split
90%
Up to 90%
Max Funding
$1M
Supreme Status
Challenge From
$155
$10K account
Drawdown
10%
Max daily: 5%
Payout
14 days
First payout
Profit Target
10%
Phase 1
Years Active
10 yrs
Since 2015
FundedNext logo
FundedNext
🗓️ Founded 2022 · UAE
87
PFL ScoreOut of 100
2-Step 1-Step Instant
Profit Split
95%
Up to 95%
Max Funding
$4M
FundedNext Pro
Challenge From
$49
$6K account
Drawdown
10%
Max daily: 5%
Payout
7 days
First payout
Profit Target
10%
Phase 1
Years Active
3 yrs
Since 2022
⭐ #1 Ranked – Editor's Choice – PropFirmLab Top Pick 2026
The 5%ers logo
The 5%ers
🗓️ Founded 2016 · Israel
91
PFL ScoreOut of 100
1-Step Instant Beginner Friendly
Profit Split
100%
Up to 100%
Max Funding
$4M
High Stakes plan
Challenge From
$95
$6K account
Drawdown
10%
Trailing
Payout
14 days
First payout
Profit Target
6%
Phase 1
Years Active
9 yrs
Since 2016
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E8 Markets
🗓️ Founded 2021 · USA
75
PFL ScoreOut of 100
2-Step 1-Step
Profit Split
80%
Up to 80%
Max Funding
$1M
E8 One scaling
Challenge From
$228
$25K account
Drawdown
8%
Max daily: 4%
Payout
14 days
First payout
Profit Target
8%
Phase 1
Years Active
4 yrs
Since 2021
Funded Trading Plus logo
Funded Trading+
🗓️ Founded 2021 · UK
80
PFL ScoreOut of 100
2-Step Instant
Profit Split
90%
Up to 90%
Max Funding
$2.5M
Scaling plan
Challenge From
$119
$5K account
Drawdown
10%
Max daily: 5%
Payout
5 days
First payout
Profit Target
8%
Phase 1
Years Active
4 yrs
Since 2021

How We Score Prop Firms

We only select the most reputable prop firms, avoiding those that promise fantasy but rarely deliver real payouts.
Our PFL Score is a weighted composite of 8 independent metrics. No sponsored rankings. Ever.

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Trustpilot Score (25%)
We aggregate real trader reviews from Trustpilot. No firm can buy a higher score here. Minimum 500 reviews required for inclusion.
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Profit Split (20%)
We analyze the actual achievable profit split — not just headline numbers. Scaling potential is factored in.
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Payout Speed (20%)
Days to first payout, real trader reports, and consistency of payment processing all contribute to this metric.
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Longevity & Trust (15%)
Years in operation, public track record, country of incorporation, and financial transparency are assessed.
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Rule Fairness (10%)
Challenge rules, drawdown mechanics, news trading policies, and consistency of enforcement.
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Value For Money (10%)
Challenge fee vs. funded account size ratio, refund policy, and total cost to get funded.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a prop firm and how does it work? ▼
A proprietary (prop) trading firm provides traders with funded capital to trade. You pass a challenge to prove your skills, then trade a funded account and keep a share of the profits — typically 80–100%. You risk your challenge fee, not trading capital.
Is PropFirmLab affiliated with any prop firm? ▼
PropFirmLab uses affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you sign up via our links — at absolutely no extra cost to you. This never influences our rankings or scores. Our PFL Score methodology is fully independent and published openly.
What's the difference between 1-step, 2-step and instant funding? ▼
2-step: Two evaluation phases before funded. Most common, typically cheaper. 1-step: One evaluation phase, faster but may cost slightly more. Instant Funding: No evaluation — you start trading a funded account immediately, but usually with stricter profit splits or higher fees.
Which prop firm is best for beginners? ▼
FTMO and The 5%ers are rated best for beginners. FTMO offers a free trial and extensive educational resources. The 5%ers' Bootcamp program starts with a small account and scales gradually, making it ideal for newer traders building confidence.
How often is the data updated? ▼
We review and update all firm data weekly. Trustpilot scores are pulled fresh every 7 days. If a firm changes its rules or pricing, we aim to reflect that within 48 hours of announcement.