FTMO
FTMO is a modern proprietary trading firm established in 2015 that provides traders with simulated trading accounts through evaluation challenges. Traders can earn performance-based rewards up to 90% of their simulated profits after successfully completing the FTMO Challenge evaluation process.
$200,000
Max Funding
80% - 90%
Profit Split
$79
From
0
Verified Payouts
FTMO Funding Explained
Rating Breakdown
Company Address
Mauritius Office
Silicon Avenue, 40 Cybercity The Cyberati Lounge Ground Floor, The Catalyst Ebene 72201
Ebene, Mauritius
Platforms & Infrastructure
Prop Firm Basic Rules
Prohibited Actions
Support & Education
Support Channels
Support Details
Additional Services
Payment Methods & Currencies
Payment Methods
Accepted Currencies
Supported Withdrawal Methods
Payout Currencies
Fees & Commissions
$89.00
FTMO Challenge - 1-Step $10,000
$250.00
FTMO Challenge - 1-Step $25,000
$345.00
FTMO Challenge - 1-Step $50,000
$439.00
FTMO Challenge - 1-Step $100,000
$1080.00
FTMO Challenge - 1-Step $200,000
Entry fees are 100% refundable if the trader does not pass the FTMO Challenge. Trading commissions are $5 USD per lot. Affiliate payouts available via bank transfer, Skrill, or crypto with minimum β¬50 required.
Leverage
1:100
Forex
Leverage varies by instrument and account type. Swing accounts feature 1:30 leverage for most forex pairs.
Payout Policy
βΉοΈ Policy details may vary depending on the selected challenge. Below shows the maximum available range.
Days after becoming funded
Increase trader's split percentage over time
Expected time to process payout requests
Restricted Countries
Traders from these countries are not eligible to participate in challenges
Pros
- FTMO is widely regarded as one of the most reputable prop firms with a long track record and strong industry trust.
- Many users report fast and reliable payouts, often processed within days when rules are followed.
- The evaluation process and platform experience are described as smooth, structured, and beginner-friendly.
- Customer support is frequently praised as responsive and professional.
- Strict rules are seen by some traders as a positive, forcing better discipline and risk management.
Cons
- Very strict risk rules (especially daily drawdown) often lead to account loss even after good performance.
- Some users report unclear or inconsistently applied rules, leading to frustration or perceived arbitrariness.
- Complaints exist about payout denials or account violations over small technical breaches.
- Occasional issues with KYC verification or account blocking after passing evaluation.
- Challenge fees are considered relatively expensive, especially given the high failure rate.