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| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation Time Limit | The5ers: Longer / flexible windows | FTMO: Strict 30D+60D challenge phases |
| Profit Target (Phase 1) | The5ers: ~6–8% | FTMO: 10% |
| Profit Target (Phase 2) | The5ers: ~5% | FTMO: 5% |
| Max Daily Drawdown | The5ers: ~4–5% typical | FTMO: 5% of equity/balance |
| Max Overall Drawdown | The5ers: ~8–10% | FTMO: 10% |
| Time Pressure Style | The5ers: Low, favors consistency | FTMO: High, favors aggressive trading |
| Scaling Logic | The5ers: Gradual, rule‑driven scaling up to very large accounts | FTMO: Scheduled balance‑based scaling |
| Payout Split | The5ers: Up to ~80% | FTMO: Up to 90–100% on some programs |
| Trading Frequency Fit | The5ers: Better for swing/low‑frequency traders | FTMO: Better for active/intraday traders |
| Risk of Repeated Resets | The5ers: Lower for conservative styles | FTMO: Higher if you miss 10%/time limits |
| Rule Transparency | The5ers: Clear but more program‑specific | FTMO: Very standardized challenge rules |
| Psychological Load | The5ers: Emphasis on survival and stability | FTMO: Emphasis on fast performance |