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City Traders Imperium

2.6 A
United Arab Emirates CFD
VS

Hola Prime

2.9 B+
Hong Kong CFD

Verdict: Who Wins?

City Traders Imperium 3 wins
3 4
Hola Prime 4 wins
Overall Rating 2.9 vs 2.6
TrustPilot 4.5 vs 4.3
Starting Price $29 vs $48
Profit Split 80-100% vs Up to 95% (Weekly 65%, Bi-Weekly 80%, Monthly 95%)
Safety Grade A vs B+
Challenge Variety 28 vs 18 options
Platform Choice 6 vs 2 platforms

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders City Traders Imperium
Maximum profit potential City Traders Imperium
Trust & reputation Hola Prime
Fast payouts Hola Prime

Visual Comparison

City Traders Imperium Hola Prime

Head-to-Head Comparison

City Traders Imperium Metric Hola Prime
2.6/10 PFM Score 2.9/10
4.3/5 (1,682) TrustPilot 4.5/5 (1,017)
A Safety Grade B+
80-100% Profit Split Up to 95% (Weekly 65%, Bi-Weekly 80%, Monthly 95%)
None (1-Step), 5% (2-Step), varies by plan Daily Drawdown 3-5% daily, 5-8% total (varies by plan). News trading restricted on Pro.
On-demand (first after 14 days, then anytime) Payout Frequency 1-hour payouts (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly)
$29 Starting Price $48
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
Match Trader, MT5 Platforms DXTrade, cTrader, Match Trader, MT5, MT4, TradeLocker
No Direct Path to Funded No
United Arab Emirates Country Hong Kong
Jan 2018 Established Aug 2024
18 options Challenge Options 28 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)

Account Size City Traders Imperium Hola Prime Savings
$5K $49 $48 Save $1
$10K $89 $89 Same price
$25K $159 $169 Save $10
$50K $269 $299 Save $30
$100K $469 $499 Save $30

City Traders Imperium vs Hola Prime: Detailed Analysis

City Traders Imperium and Hola Prime are both CFD firms. City Traders Imperium has been in business longer, established in 2018, while Hola Prime was founded in 2024.

In terms of pricing, City Traders Imperium is more affordable with challenges starting at $29, which is $19 less than Hola Prime's starting price of $48. City Traders Imperium offers 18 challenge options, while Hola Prime offers 28.

City Traders Imperium offers 80-100% profit split, while Hola Prime offers Up to 95% (Weekly 65%, Bi-Weekly 80%, Monthly 95%). City Traders Imperium pays out On-demand (first after 14 days, then anytime), and Hola Prime pays out 1-hour payouts (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly).

For trust and reputation, City Traders Imperium has a 4.3/5 TrustPilot rating with 1,682 reviews, while Hola Prime has 4.5/5 with 1,017 reviews. Safety grades: City Traders Imperium A, Hola Prime B+.

This is a close matchup with City Traders Imperium winning 3 and Hola Prime winning 4 of the categories we compared. The right choice depends on what matters most to you as a trader.

Pros & Cons

City Traders Imperium
Pros
On-demand payouts. Up to 100% profit split. No time limit on challenges. No daily loss limit on 1-Step. News trading allowed. Scaling to $4M. MT5 + Match Trader. CTI Academy included. Established since 2018.
Cons
Originally London UK, now Dubai UAE. 3-Step challenges have very low profit potential per phase. Balance-based drawdown can be confusing for new traders.
Hola Prime
Pros
6 platforms (MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXTrade, MatchTrader, TradeLocker), ultra-fast payouts (avg 33 min), flexible payout frequency with split trade-off, up to $4M scaling, leverage up to 1:100
Cons
TrustPilot flagged for suspicious reviews (1,300+ removed), complex pricing varies by platform, relatively new firm (2024), 100% refund paid in 4 installments not lump sum

Active Deals & Promo Codes

City Traders Imperium
30% OFF 30% off all challenges
Hola Prime
40% OFF 40% off all challenge accounts

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, City Traders Imperium or Hola Prime?

Both firms are competitive. City Traders Imperium wins in 3 categories while Hola Prime wins in 4. The best choice depends on what you prioritize: pricing, profit split, trust ratings, or payout speed.

Which is cheaper, City Traders Imperium or Hola Prime?

City Traders Imperium has the lower starting price at $29. City Traders Imperium offers 18 challenge options starting from $29, while Hola Prime offers 28 options starting from $48.

Which has better reviews, City Traders Imperium or Hola Prime?

Hola Prime has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.5/5. City Traders Imperium has 1,682 reviews while Hola Prime has 1,017.

Which offers a higher profit split, City Traders Imperium or Hola Prime?

City Traders Imperium offers a higher maximum profit split. City Traders Imperium offers 80-100% while Hola Prime offers Up to 95% (Weekly 65%, Bi-Weekly 80%, Monthly 95%).

How fast do City Traders Imperium and Hola Prime pay out?

City Traders Imperium has On-demand (first after 14 days, then anytime) payouts while Hola Prime offers 1-hour payouts (weekly/bi-weekly/monthly) payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.