Prop Firm Comparison 2026

The5ersvsCity Traders Imperium

Side-by-side analysis of both prop firms. Entry account starting from $19.00.

The5ers
Forex/Futuros
5% OFF
lifetime
ForexFuturosScaling $4M
100% split $19.00 entry 4.7 ★
Access The5ers →
Coupon: MARKET
VS
City Traders Imperium
Forex
30% OFF
1 purchase
Forex5 Programs100% Split
100% split $27.00 entry 4.3 ★
Access CTI →
Coupon: ADHA30
★★★★½
4.7
28,406 reviews · Trustpilot
★★★★☆
4.3
1,686 reviews · Trustpilot
Side-by-Side

The5ers vs CTI, Comparison

Each category shows the winner between the two firms.

DiscountHow much OFF the original price
5% lifetime
vs
30% 1 purchase
✓ Wins
Smallest AccountFinal price w/ coupon (cheapest entry)
$19.00
✓ Wins
vs
$27.00
Profit SplitHow much of the profit stays with the trader
100%
vs
100%
DrawdownType of loss limit
Static
vs
Balance-based
DD Limit
-3% / -6%
vs
-5% / -10%
Profit Target
10%
vs
8% / 10%
Min. Days
vs
3
News Trading
✓ Allowed
vs
✓ Allowed
Day-1 Payout
✗ No
vs
✗ No
Scaling
Up to $4M
vs
Yes
Platforms
MT5, TradingView, Rithmic
vs
Match-Trader
TrustpilotReal reputation
4.7 (28,406)
✓ Wins
vs
4.3 (1,686)
Who should choose

Which firm is better for whom

Choose The5ers if you...
  • want to start with low capital (from $19.00)
  • value Trustpilot reputation (4.7 ★)
Choose City Traders Imperium if you...
  • prioritize a higher discount (30% OFF)
Frequently Asked Questions

The5ers vs CTI, FAQ

Which is better: The5ers or City Traders Imperium?
It depends on your profile. The5ers offers 5% off lifetime and Static drawdown. City Traders Imperium offers 30% off 1 purchase and Balance-based drawdown. Cheapest account: The5ers (starting from $19.00).
How much does an The5ers vs CTI account cost?
The5ers starts at $19.00 with coupon MARKET. City Traders Imperium starts at $27.00 with coupon ADHA30.
Does The5ers or CTI allow news trading?
The5ers ALLOWS trading during economic news. City Traders Imperium ALLOWS it.
How long until payout with The5ers and CTI?
The5ers does not offer Day-1 payout. City Traders Imperium does not offer Day-1 payout.
Can I have accounts with both firms simultaneously?
Yes, it is allowed to have accounts with different prop firms at the same time (multi-prop). Some firms restrict multiple accounts WITHIN the same firm, confirm each firm's rules before purchasing.
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The5ers
5% OFF · coupon MARKET
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30% OFF · coupon ADHA30