FTMO is a long-running prop structured around a two-step evaluation (FTMO Challenge + Verification) with rewards up to 90% of simulated profits after scaling. Trading is performed in a demo (simulated) environment, with rewards typically requestable after at least 14 days of trading; FTMO does not offer an instant/no-evaluation funding product.
- On-demand rewards after first 14 days; withdrawals processed in ~1–2 business days via bank wire, Visa Direct/Mastercard Send (up to $20k), Skrill, or crypto.
- No time limit to pass either phase; only a minimum of 4 trading days per step.
- Four mainstream platforms supported: MT4, MT5, cTrader, and DXtrade.
- One-time evaluation fee refunded with your first reward; no recurring fees.
- Clear risk rules published (Max Daily Loss 5%, Max Loss 10%).
- Wide instrument coverage (Forex, indices, commodities, stocks, crypto).
- Scaling plan up to 90% reward and maximum allocation up to $2,000,000.
- Established brand operating since 2015.
- No Instant Funding – two-step Evaluation (FTMO Challenge + Verification) is required.
- First reward request only after 14 days from first trade; not a “daily payout” model.
- Strict loss limits (5% daily / 10% overall) frequently trip up new traders.
- Extensive restricted-country list; U.S. access only via FTMO x OANDA affiliate site.
- Upfront fee required to enter (even though it’s reimbursed on first reward).
- No ETFs/futures offering; environment mirrors CFD trading, not spot.
FTMO Instant Funding Review:
A mature, rules-driven prop (est. 2015) built around a classic two-step evaluation (Challenge + Verification). There’s no time limit to pass-only 4 minimum trading days per step-and risk is clearly defined (5% daily / 10% max). Platform coverage is broad (MT4, MT5, cTrader, DXtrade) with wide instrument access across FX, indices, commodities, stocks, and crypto. After your first 14 days, rewards are on-demand and typically process in ~1–2 business days via bank wire, Visa Direct/Mastercard Send (to ~$20k), Skrill, or crypto. Fees are one-time and reimbursed with your first reward; no subscriptions. Scaling can lift allocation up to $2M with rewards up to 90%.
Trade-offs: there’s no Instant Funding, the first reward can’t be requested before day 14, and the strict loss limits frequently punish over-sizers. Access is limited in many jurisdictions (U.S. is via FTMO x OANDA), and the product set mirrors CFDs-no ETFs/futures accounts. You still pay an upfront fee to enter (even if later reimbursed). Net: a strong pick if you value unlimited evaluation time, transparent rules, and fast, varied payout rails; less ideal if you need immediate funding, daily payouts from day one, or exchange-listed futures.
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