The5ers Review 2027 Fees, Features and Safety

This The5ers review for 2027 looks at the Ra'anana, Israel-based prop firm, founded in 2016, and covers the profit split of up to 100%, funding of up to $4.0M, evaluation rules and payouts, so you can decide whether it fits the way you trade.

The5ers overview (2027)

The5ers is one of the oldest firms in the funded-trader industry. Gil Ben Hur founded it in Israel in 2016, a year after FTMO, and it has operated continuously ever since. The name refers to the roughly five percent of traders who are consistently profitable. The firm is known for low entry costs, an ambitious scaling plan and a choice of three distinct funding routes.

Three programmes

Hyper Growth is a one-step evaluation. You reach a 10% profit target on a single phase and become funded. The account then doubles each time you hit a further 10% target, which makes this the firm's fastest path to large capital.

High Stakes is a two-step challenge in the classic style. Phase one requires an 8% gain and phase two 5%, with a 5% daily loss limit and a 10% maximum loss. It offers higher leverage than the other programmes and suits traders who are used to the standard industry format.

Bootcamp is a three-step, low-cost programme. The entry fee is small relative to the account size, each step requires a 6% profit, and a further fee is payable only once you pass. It trades a longer evaluation for a lower upfront risk.

None of the programmes has a time limit, which removes the pressure that causes many traders to overtrade.

Risk rules

Rules differ by programme, so read the specification for the one you choose. In general, each has a maximum overall loss, measured from the initial balance, and High Stakes and Hyper Growth also apply a daily loss limit or daily pause level. Bootcamp requires a stop loss on every trade and restricts risk per position. News trading and weekend holding are permitted on some programmes and limited on others.

Profit split and scaling

Funded traders begin with an 80% share of profits on most programmes, and the split rises with each scaling milestone until it reaches 100%. The scaling plan is the firm's signature. Each time a funded trader achieves a 10% gain, the account is increased, and the maximum allocation is $4 million.

Payouts can be requested every two weeks, and The5ers has a long, well-documented history of paying on time.

Fees

The5ers is among the more affordable established firms. Fees are one-off and vary by programme and account size. Hyper Growth starts under $300 for the smaller sizes, High Stakes begins at a few dozen dollars for a $5,000 account, and Bootcamp's entry fee is under $100 for a $100,000 track with a larger activation fee after passing. Evaluation fees on some programmes are refunded on reaching funded status or with early payouts.

Platforms and markets

All trading takes place on MetaTrader 5. The firm does not currently offer cTrader, DXtrade or TradingView-based platforms, which is a limitation for traders committed to other software. Instruments include forex pairs, gold and silver, stock indices, oil and cryptocurrencies. Leverage depends on the programme, ranging from 1:10 on Bootcamp to 1:100 on High Stakes.

Education and community

The5ers puts real effort into developing its traders. It runs live trading rooms, daily webinars, workshops and a structured education programme, all free to participants. The firm also publishes interviews with funded traders and maintains an active community. This support is more substantial than at most competitors and is a reason many traders stay with the firm for years.

Things to keep in mind

As with other retail prop firms, evaluation and funded accounts are simulated, and payouts come from the firm. The5ers is not a regulated broker. Because each programme has its own rulebook, a strategy that fits one may break the rules of another. The lower leverage on Bootcamp and Hyper Growth, for example, makes them unsuitable for traders who rely on large position sizes relative to their stops.

Who is The5ers best for?

The5ers is a strong choice for patient traders who want an established firm, low fees and a realistic path to very large allocations. Swing traders benefit from the absence of time limits. Bootcamp suits those who want to limit their upfront cost, while High Stakes appeals to experienced traders who want standard two-step conditions with higher leverage.

Traders who need a platform other than MetaTrader 5, or who want instant funding with no evaluation, should look at alternatives.

Pros and cons

• Pros: operating since 2016, three funding routes, low fees, scaling to $4 million, profit split rising to 100%, no time limits, strong education and community, reliable payouts.
• Cons: MetaTrader 5 only, rules vary by programme, lower leverage on Bootcamp and Hyper Growth, mandatory stop loss on some accounts.

The5ers review: verdict for 2027

The5ers has earned its place as one of the most trusted names in prop trading. It offers real choice, fair pricing and a long payout history. For traders focused on steady growth, it is one of the best firms available.

Compare this The5ers review with all 35 prop firms in our 2027 list, and confirm the latest terms on the official The5ers website before you open an account.