Czech Republic - Founded 2015
FTMO
Status - ActiveRisk - Reliable
Sector benchmark with a large public footprint, a clear challenge structure and a strong reputation.
Minimum price$155
Profit split80%
DrawdownEOD
News tradingRestricted
Payoutusually 1 to 3 business days
Proof levelMulti-source verified
Last review2026-07-15
Payout riskLow
Trustpilot reliabilityStrong
PropRadar actionShortlist candidate
Strong enough to compare, but still verify the exact program rules and payout steps before checkout.
Risk postureReliableScore 91/100, payout risk low.
Regulatory fileLow to medium5 source link(s) available.
Community signal86/100Reddit, X/Twitter, Trustpilot and payout signals combined.
Profile-specific evidence
- Established brand
- Detailed rules
- Good transparency level
- Many public reviews
Before paying
- Open the official source links saved by PropRadar.
- Confirm payout calendar, minimum withdrawal and KYC timing.
- Check the legal entity and terms page still match this profile.
- Match the exact product rules with your strategy before scaling size.
Due Diligence Snapshot
What the profile proves before checkout
PropRadar separates operating status, legal entity mapping, payout evidence and commercial conflicts so a high discount or public rating does not hide purchase risk.
Commercial transparency
PropRadar may receive a commission if you use this link. The score stays independent and weaknesses remain visible.
FTMO Partner
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This link is affiliate-based and does not influence the PropRadar score. FTMO is ranked with the same criteria as other firms: rules, payouts, public signals and operational risk.
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Regulatory Check
Legal entities, regulator status and red flags
Last checked2026-07-06
Low to mediumLow-to-medium regulatory risk. FTMO is one of the cleaner large prop-firm profiles: EU-based, visible, long operating history and no major official regulator warning recorded in PropRadar at this check. The key limitation remains that FTMO presents its offer as simulated trading and educational tools, not regulated brokerage or investment services.
Audit sources5
Identified Legal Entities
FTMO s.r.o. / FTMO Trading Global s.r.o.Czech Republic, European Union
Purkynova 2121/3, 110 00 Prague, Czech RepublicMain FTMO operating group references for the prop-trading and simulated-account ecosystem. Verify the exact contracting entity in the latest terms before purchase.
Regulator Status
- FTMO states that it provides simulated trading and educational tools, not brokerage services.
- FTMO companies state that they do not act as a broker and do not accept deposits.
- EU presence gives more corporate transparency than many offshore-only competitors, but it does not make the FTMO Challenge a regulated investment product.
- FTMO Group was reported in 2025 as entering an agreement to acquire OANDA, subject to regulatory approvals; PropRadar treats this as an institutional expansion signal to monitor, not as a direct license for FTMO prop accounts.
Complaints & Disputes
- Public complaints exist, mostly around rule interpretation, KYC, execution checks, copied strategies or contractual restrictions.
- Some trader disputes mention payout-related documentation or NDA-style handling after rewards, but PropRadar has not recorded a major public regulatory enforcement action against FTMO.
Red Flags
- No broker or investment-firm authorization for the simulated prop-firm product.
- Rules, prohibited strategies and verification checks can still block a payout even when the brand is reputable.
- OANDA-related expansion should be monitored because it may change group structure, disclosures or regulatory perimeter.
Source Links
Reviews, Reddit and payouts
Filtered community signal
Aggregated signal86/100Reddit, X/Twitter, Trustpilot reliability and payout risk combined.
Reddit86/100
102 public mention(s) · +70 / -10X/Twitter91/100
65 public mention(s) · +44 / -4Trustpilot88/100
4.8/5 raw rating · StrongLast payout check2026-06-29No strong signal · 1 tracked signal(s)
Raw Reddit score
86/100
PositiveManual raw score70 positive10 negative22 neutral
high volume, generally stable feedback, complaints mostly linked to rules or verification checks
SourcePropRadar raw score, manual review to complete
Raw volume102 review(s) / mention(s)
ConfidenceStrong
Raw X/Twitter score
91/100
PositiveManual raw score44 positive4 negative17 neutral
Raw X/Twitter score: positive, negative and neutral reviews to reread manually before deciding
SourcePropRadar raw score, manual review to complete
Raw volume65 review(s) / mention(s)
ConfidenceMedium
Trustpilot review reliability
88/100
Strong4.8/5 raw rating0 tracked review alert(s)
Trustpilot 4.8/5 with roughly 45k public reviews. Strong signal, but Trustpilot does not fact-check every payout story; PropRadar weighs it against rules, Reddit and incidents.
Payout risk
22/100
LowNo strong signal · 1 tracked signal(s)
Visible proofTracked signal, independent proof to publish
Incidents1 documented signal(s)
Last check2026-06-29
Manual Reddit/X Review
Manual collection queue
The manual collection queue is ready: specific Reddit and X posts still need to be opened, classified and linked before they strengthen the raw scores.
RedditSearch ready
Search ready for manual review: classify posts as positive, negative or neutral, then retain the usable public links.
X/TwitterSearch ready
Search ready for manual review: only public posts opened manually should count as positive, negative or neutral evidence.
Reddit flags
- High and mature discussion volume
- Complaints mostly linked to rule enforcement
- Few repeated non-payout patterns
X/Twitter watch
- Fast but noisy signal
- Cross-check with Reddit, Discord and payout proof
Filtered Trustpilot
No public counter of removed or sanctioned fake reviews was found on the Trustpilot page checked. The signal remains strong, with caution around factual verification of individual stories.
- Very significant review volume
- Claimed profile and Trustpilot subscription
- Trustpilot filters non-compliant reviews but does not verify every described fact
- Low response rate to negative reviews to monitor
Manipulable Reviews
24/100
LowBaseTrustpilot + incidents + marketing signals
Review alert0 tracked alert(s)
StatusStrong
Radar Verdict
High-trust signal: FTMO remains well rated, but PropRadar keeps restrictions and rule-related disputes visible.
- Long track record
- Detailed public rules
- Affiliate relationship disclosed without hiding limitations
Products
Tracked offers
ChallengePopular
FTMO Challenge
One-step or two-step evaluation with profit targets and loss limits.
Account$10,000 - $200,000
Fee$155+
Target10% then 5% on the two-step model
Max drawdown10%
Daily loss5%
Split80% to 90%
Platforms
- MT4
- MT5
- cTrader
- DXtrade
Assets
- Forex
- Indices
- Commodities
- Crypto
- Stock CFDs
FTMO applies a 50% Best Day Rule on the 1-Step path and FTMO Account. Confirm the exact stage and product before payout.
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PropRadar guides related to FTMO
These links connect the firm page to the searches traders actually type before choosing.
News tradingWhich Prop Firms Allow News Trading? 2026 ComparisonSome prop firms allow news trading, but the permission can change between evaluation and funded stages. Compare banned time windows, slippage treatment, red-folder events, drawdown and payout clauses before trading NFP, CPI or FOMC.Main rankingBest Prop Firms Right Now: Risk-First Ranking (2026)The best prop firms right now are the profiles that combine credible payouts, readable rules, legal clarity and enough recent public evidence. PropRadar ranks the current dataset by risk before account size or discount.SMC / ICT styleBest Prop Firm for SMC / ICT: Rules and PayoutsSMC and ICT traders usually need room for intraday scaling, London/New York session setups, indices or major forex pairs, and clear rules around news, drawdown and consistency. A firm can look attractive on price and still block the exact way you trade.Brand comparisonFTMO vs The5ers: rules, price and payoutFTMO and The5ers are both serious names, but they do not solve the same problem. FTMO is more reference-driven; The5ers can feel more conservative depending on the program. The exact offer matters more than the brand name.
Decision FAQ
FTMO questions before paying
Short answers built from the current PropRadar score, regulatory file, payout risk and source stack.
Is FTMO a safe prop firm?
FTMO is classified by PropRadar as "Shortlist candidate" with a 91/100 score and reliable risk posture. This is not a guarantee: read the legal file, payout rules and official terms before paying.
Is FTMO legally verified?
Entity mapped. The current regulatory file is rated Low to medium, with 5 saved source link(s) and a last legal check dated 2026-07-06.
Does FTMO have payout risk?
PropRadar rates payout risk as low with 1 tracked signal(s). Visible payout proof is classified as tracked signal.
What should I check before buying FTMO?
No broker or investment-firm authorization for the simulated prop-firm product. Rules, prohibited strategies and verification checks can still block a payout even when the brand is reputable.
Does PropRadar have an affiliate relationship with FTMO?
Commercial status: Transparent affiliate link. Affiliate status never protects a firm from score penalties, watchlist status or payout-risk warnings.
Operational Risk
Incidents and signals
- Few repeated non-payout signals; visible disputes mostly concern rule interpretation.
Very strong visibility, many verifiable public reviews and third-party analyses.
Sources
Proof level
Multi-source verified
Official FTMO sources and Trustpilot page checked: track record, public rules and review volume are coherent. Still monitor individual disputes linked to rules, KYC and execution.
Official siteOfficial rulesOfficial FAQTrustpilotPayout/community signals
Sources to check
Last review: 2026-07-15. Prices and rules should be rechecked on official sources before any decision.