Verdict: Who Wins?
NYS Markets
0 wins
The5ers
6 wins
Decisive Win
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Visual Comparison
Head-to-Head Comparison
| NYS Markets | Metric | The5ers |
|---|---|---|
| 6.9/10 | PFM Score | 7.7/10 ★ |
| 4.5/5 (107) | TrustPilot | 4.7/5 (28,714) ★ |
| B+ | Safety Grade | A+ ★ |
| 61.6 B | Trust Score | 93.5 A+ ★ |
| 80% (scales up to 100%) ★ | Profit Split | Up to 100% |
| Instant: 3% daily / 5% trailing. Step 1: 3% daily / 6% max. Step 2: 5% daily / 10% max. | Daily Drawdown | Hyper Growth: 3% daily pause / 6% stop-out. High Stakes: 5% Maximum Daily Loss / 10% Maximum Total Drawdown. |
| Weekly | Payout Frequency | - |
| $36 | Starting Price | $22 ★ |
| White-Label | Technology | Proprietary |
| Trading View, Match Trader, MT5 | Platforms | Trading View, MT5 |
| No | Direct Path to Funded | No |
| Saint Lucia | Country | United Kingdom |
| Jan 2015 | 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 | NYS Markets | The5ers | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| $5K | $36 ★ | $39 | Save $3 |
| $10K | $79 | $78 ★ | Save $1 |
| $20K | $149 ★ | $850 | Save $701 |
| $50K | $299 ★ | $309 | Save $10 |
| $100K | $529 ★ | $545 | Save $16 |
NYS Markets vs The5ers: Detailed Analysis
NYS Markets and The5ers are both CFD firms. NYS Markets has been in business longer, established in 2015, while The5ers was founded in 2016.
In terms of pricing, The5ers is more affordable with challenges starting at $22, which is $14 less than NYS Markets's starting price of $36. NYS Markets offers 6 challenge options, while The5ers offers 10.
NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%) profit split, while The5ers offers Up to 100%. NYS Markets pays out Weekly.
For trust and reputation, NYS Markets has a 4.5/5 TrustPilot rating with 107 reviews, while The5ers has 4.7/5 with 28,714 reviews. Safety grades: NYS Markets B+, The5ers A+.
Overall, The5ers edges ahead winning 6 out of 6 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, NYS Markets or The5ers?
The5ers scores higher overall, winning 6 out of 6 comparison categories including Overall Rating, TrustPilot, Starting Price. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.
Which is cheaper, NYS Markets or The5ers?
The5ers has the lower starting price at $22. NYS Markets offers 6 challenge options starting from $36, while The5ers offers 10 options starting from $22.
Which has better reviews, NYS Markets or The5ers?
The5ers has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.7/5. NYS Markets has 107 reviews while The5ers has 28,714.
Which offers a higher profit split, NYS Markets or The5ers?
NYS Markets offers a higher maximum profit split. NYS Markets offers 80% (scales up to 100%) while The5ers offers Up to 100%.