My Top 5 Prop Firms

Author

Atif Hussain
April 10, 2025

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Hey Mate,

After testing dozens of prop firms over the years...

These are the only five I recommend.

I’ve personally reviewed each one—and they’re what I suggest to my private students who want funding fast and fairly.

Let’s get straight to it:

1. GoatFunded

  • Offers instant funding (no evaluation) - This is my favourite prop firm for instant funding.

  • Weekly payouts

  • No minimum trading days

  • Great for traders who want to start earning immediately

2. FTMO

  • One of the most established firms in the world - This is the most reputable prop firm out there and you don’t have to worry about them going under.

  • Clean dashboard and strong trader support

  • Evaluation-based with up to 90% profit split

  • Ideal for traders looking to build a long-term career

3. The5ers

  • Evaluation targets as low as 6%

  • Instant and challenge funding available

  • Excellent support and scaling options - Their scaling plan is what makes them great.

  • Great for traders who want flexibility and consistency

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4. MyFundedFutures

  • The best option for futures traders - They offer static accounts with no trailing drawdown which is great!

  • Affordable evaluations with fast funding

  • Fair rules and strong trader community

5. Lux Trading Firm

  • FCA-regulated and trusted by serious traders

  • This is a real money prop firm and not demo. You are trading actual investor money here and the firm only makes money when you make money which is exactly what you want.

  • No aggressive time limits or unrealistic targets

  • Long-term capital scaling—up to $10M+

Final Thoughts

Prop firms have changed the game.

But don’t waste time bouncing between low-quality ones.

I just had two go under on me.

Start with one of the five above, stay consistent, and focus on building real capital.

Until next time,
Atif

P.S.
Have you tried any of these firms before?
Which one are you most curious about?
Reply and let me know—I love hearing what you’re working on.