Which prop firm is better in 2026? Here's a detailed side-by-side comparison.
FTMO5 wins
✓ Higher profit split✓ More platforms✓ More instruments✓ Better Trustpilot rating✓ More established
Alpha Capital1 win
✓ Cheaper to start
Category
FTMO
Alpha Capital
Trustpilot
4.8 (39,954 reviews)
4.7 (17,591 reviews)
Profit Split
Up to 90%
80%
Max Funding
$2,000,000
$2,000,000
Min Price
$155
$54
Payouts
Bi-weekly
Bi-weekly
Platforms
MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade
MT5
Instruments
Forex, Indices, Commodities, Stocks
Forex, Indices, Commodities
Evaluations
1-Phase, 2-Phase
1-Phase, 2-Phase, 3-Phase
Founded
2015
2021
Country
🇨🇿 Czech Republic
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Our Verdict
FTMO has a longer track record and wider instrument selection including crypto and stocks. Alpha Capital offers more evaluation paths (4 programs) and cheaper entry from $54. Choose FTMO for reputation and instrument variety. Choose Alpha Capital for affordability and flexible program options.