Verdict: Who Wins?
Funded Academy
0 wins
The5ers
7 wins
Decisive Win
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Head-to-Head Comparison
| Funded Academy | Metric | The5ers |
|---|---|---|
| 5.4/10 | PFM Score | 7.7/10 ★ |
| 3.8/5 (2) | TrustPilot | 4.7/5 (28,714) ★ |
| C | Safety Grade | A+ ★ |
| 27.5 F | Trust Score | 93.5 A+ ★ |
| 80% (2-Step Standard), 85% (1-Step), up to 95% ★ | Profit Split | Up to 100% |
| 4% (1-Step), 5% (2-Step) | Daily Drawdown | Hyper Growth: 3% daily pause / 6% stop-out. High Stakes: 5% Maximum Daily Loss / 10% Maximum Total Drawdown. |
| Bi-weekly (2 weeks); first payout on-demand | Payout Frequency | - |
| $49.99 | Starting Price | $22 ★ |
| White-Label | Technology | Proprietary |
| cTrader, MT5 | Platforms | Trading View, MT5 |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| United Arab Emirates | Country | United Kingdom |
| - | Established | Jan 2016 |
| 6 options | Challenge Options | 10 options |
Price Comparison by Account Size
Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)
| Account Size | Funded Academy | The5ers | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5K | $50 | $39 ★ | Save $11 |
| $10K | $90 | $78 ★ | Save $12 |
| $25K | $210 | $39 ★ | Save $171 |
| $50K | $290 ★ | $309 | Save $19 |
| $100K | $567 | $545 ★ | Save $22 |
Funded Academy vs The5ers: Detailed Analysis
Funded Academy and The5ers are both CFD firms.
In terms of pricing, The5ers is more affordable with challenges starting at $22, which is $28 less than Funded Academy's starting price of $50. Funded Academy offers 6 challenge options, while The5ers offers 10.
Funded Academy offers 80% (2-Step Standard), 85% (1-Step), up to 95% profit split, while The5ers offers Up to 100%. Funded Academy pays out Bi-weekly (2 weeks); first payout on-demand.
For trust and reputation, Funded Academy has a 3.8/5 TrustPilot rating with 2 reviews, while The5ers has 4.7/5 with 28,714 reviews. Safety grades: Funded Academy C, The5ers A+.
Overall, The5ers edges ahead winning 7 out of 7 categories we compared. However, the best choice depends on your specific needs - both firms have their strengths.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Funded Academy or The5ers?
The5ers scores higher overall, winning 7 out of 7 comparison categories including Overall Rating, TrustPilot, Starting Price. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.
Which is cheaper, Funded Academy or The5ers?
The5ers has the lower starting price at $22. Funded Academy offers 6 challenge options starting from $50, while The5ers offers 10 options starting from $22.
Which has better reviews, Funded Academy or The5ers?
The5ers has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.7/5. Funded Academy has 2 reviews while The5ers has 28,714.
Which offers a higher profit split, Funded Academy or The5ers?
The5ers offers a higher maximum profit split. Funded Academy offers 80% (2-Step Standard), 85% (1-Step), up to 95% while The5ers offers Up to 100%.