Top-Rated Prop Firms
A high rating with very few reviews tells you little. This shortlist only includes firms whose published trader rating is 4.5 or above and that have at least 50 reviews behind that score, so a handful of early reviews cannot carry a firm onto the list.
How this list is built: Published trader rating of 4.5 or higher and at least 50 published reviews. Sorted by rating, then review count. Ratings and review counts are a published third-party snapshot (Prop Firm Match), not our own reviews. Challenge fees are the cheapest standard price we found for a $100K evaluation, or the nearest size, with the date checked. FTMO is a featured affiliate partner and is shown first when it matches. Open the full directory to filter further.
| Firm | Rating | Reviews | Challenge fee | Max allocation | Programs | Platforms | Founded / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 FTMOFeatured affiliate partner | 4.5 ★ | 211 | $560 $100K 1-Step | $400K | — | cTraderMT4MT5TradingView | 2015 Czech Republic |
 E8 Markets | 4.8 ★ | 488 | $280 $100K 1-Step | $250K | 1-Step3-Step2-Step | cTraderMatch TraderMT5TradeLocker | 2021 United States |
 Moneta Funded | 4.8 ★ | 85 | $780 $100K 1-Step | $2.4M | Instant1-Step2-Step | MT5Match Trader | 2026 Saint Lucia |
 The 5%ers | 4.7 ★ | 1,338 | $300 $100K 3-Step | $250K | 2-Step3-Step1-Step | MT5TradingViewcTrader | 2016 United Kingdom |
 For Traders | 4.5 ★ | 300 | $289 $100K 1-Step | $200K | Instant1-Step2-Step | MT5TradeLockercTrader | 2023 United Arab Emirates |
 Lark Funding | 4.5 ★ | 90 | $370 $100K 3-Step | $1M | Instant1-Step2-Step3-Step | DXTradeMatch TradercTrader | 2022 Canada |
What to check before you buy
- Read the most recent negative reviews, not just the score. Payout delays and rule disputes usually show up there first.
- Check when the rules last changed. A rating earned under older rules may not reflect the current program.
- Compare drawdown type and daily loss limits across your shortlist; ratings do not capture how strict a challenge is.
- Confirm your country is accepted and how payouts are sent before you pay a fee.
Frequently asked questions
Where do these ratings come from?
Ratings and review counts are a published third-party snapshot from Prop Firm Match. They are not Prop Navigator reviews and are not updated live.
Why require at least 50 reviews?
A small number of reviews can swing a score sharply. A minimum review count makes the rating a more stable signal, although it is still only one input.
Does a high rating mean a firm is safe?
No. Ratings summarise trader sentiment at a point in time. Always check the firm's current terms, payout history and how it handles rule breaches.
