FundedNext and The5ers both run popular two-step forex challenges. FundedNext has lower targets and fixed minimum days; The5ers asks for more profit but rewards steady trading with profitable-day rules and scaling.
At a glance (100K)
| FundedNext Stellar 2-Step | The5ers High Stakes | |
|---|---|---|
| Profit targets | 8%, then 5% | 10%, then 5% |
| Daily loss | 5% ($5,000) | 5% ($4,000 on 100K) |
| Max loss | 10% static ($10,000) | $8,000 static |
| Activity rule | 5 trading days per phase | 3 profitable days of 0.5%+ per step |
| Time limit | None | None |
| Profit split | 80%, up to 95% with add-ons | 80%, rising as you scale |
| Payouts | 21-day cycle or faster paid options | Every 14 days, $150 minimum |
| Platforms | Several — check the current list | MT5 |
Figures from each firm’s published rules as summarised in our reviews, checked November 1, 2026. Rules change often — confirm them on each firm’s site before you buy.
Targets and room
FundedNext’s 8% phase-1 target is easier to reach than The5ers’ 10%, and it gives $10,000 of static room on 100K versus $8,000. For most traders that makes FundedNext the easier evaluation to pass.
Payouts and growth
The5ers pays every 14 days and lets you scale one account as you hit targets, which is its main draw. FundedNext pays on a 21-day cycle by default, with faster options at extra cost.
Which should you choose?
Choose FundedNext if you want the lowest target and the most room. Choose The5ers if you trade steadily on MT5 and want to grow one account over time. See the FundedNext and The5ers reviews, or test both in the challenge simulator.
Frequently asked questions
Which is easier to pass, FundedNext or The5ers?
FundedNext usually, thanks to its lower 8% phase-1 target and more static room on 100K.
Which pays faster?
The5ers pays every 14 days. FundedNext defaults to 21 days, with faster paid options.
Do they allow news trading?
Rules vary by program and change over time; check each firm’s current terms.