
The 5%ers User Reviews
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Beyond my professional endeavours, I am deeply passionate about researching the financial industry and brokers. Drawing from my extensive experience in trading, including personally investing all of my savings in the capital markets, I am committed to making the complexities of personal investing accessible to everyone.


I am the Director/Owner of Excel Markets Inc. (Regulated by the US National Futures Association)
I am an NFA Associate Member with a Series 3 and 34 license.


Having previously worked with multiple CFD brokers in Cyprus, I maintain a strong commitment to staying current with industry trends. My analytical skills are pivotal in recommending tailored trading solutions that align with clients' specific needs and investor profiles.



Data is continually updated by our staff and systems.
Last updated: 24 Jan 2025
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Read more about us ⇾Challenges
Challenge | Account Size | Promo Codes | Evaluation Cost (Discounted) | Profit Targets | Max Daily Loss | Max Total Loss | Min. Profit Split | Payout Frequency | Trading platforms | Tradable assets | EA's Allowed |
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1 Step (Hyper Growth Program) |
$10,000.00 | $260.00 |
10%
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3%
From initial balance
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6%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
1 Step (Hyper Growth Program) |
$20,000.00 | $450.00 |
10%
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3%
From initial balance
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6%
From initial balance
|
50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
1 Step (Hyper Growth Program) |
$40,000.00 | $850.00 |
10%
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3%
From initial balance
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6%
From initial balance
|
50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
2 Step (High Stakes) |
$5,000.00 | $39.00 |
8%
5%
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5%
From end of day highest
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10%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
2 Step (High Stakes) |
$10,000.00 | $78.00 |
8%
5%
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5%
From end of day highest
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10%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
2 Step (High Stakes) |
$20,000.00 | $165.00 |
8%
5%
|
5%
From end of day highest
|
10%
From initial balance
|
50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
|
Yes | |
2 Step (High Stakes) |
$60,000.00 | $300.00 |
8%
5%
|
5%
From end of day highest
|
10%
From initial balance
|
50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
2 Step (High Stakes) |
$100,000.00 | $495.00 |
8%
5%
|
5%
From end of day highest
|
10%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
3 Step (Bootcamp) |
$100,000.00 | $300.00 |
6%
6%
6%
|
- |
5%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes | |
3 Step (Bootcamp) |
$250,000.00 | $575.00 |
6%
6%
6%
|
- |
5%
From initial balance
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50% | BiWeekly |
MT5
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Forex
Indices
Oil/Energies
Cryptocurrencies
Metals
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Yes |
Evaluation Rules
For the most accurate and up-to-date rules please refer to the company's official terms and conditions along with their FAQ.Rule | Value | Details |
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EA Usage | Allowed (with restrictions) | Permitted EAs must avoid: copy trading, tick scalping (seconds-long trades), latency/reverse/hedge a...Permitted EAs must avoid: copy trading, tick scalping (seconds-long trades), latency/reverse/hedge arbitrage, and emulators. Strict ban on trade-copying EAs from external sources. Visible stop-loss orders mandatory - hidden SL orders ("stealth mode") prohibited. Violations lead to immediate account termination without refund.more |
Overnight/Weekend Holding | Allowed | Positions can be held through rollovers/weekends with trader responsibility for swap fees, volatilit...Positions can be held through rollovers/weekends with trader responsibility for swap fees, volatility, and liquidity risks. Special Crude Oil warning: -20 swap nightly, escalating to -200 on weekends. Traders must account for potential spread widening during illiquid periods.more |
Copy Trading | Allowed (with conditions) | Self-copying between personal The5ers accounts permitted. Multiple Bootcamp accounts require distinc...Self-copying between personal The5ers accounts permitted. Multiple Bootcamp accounts require distinct trading strategies - identical strategy replication across Bootcamp accounts prohibited. Third-party copy trading services strictly banned.more |
Trading Strategies | N/A | No specific strategy restrictions published - traders should consult official documentation for upda...No specific strategy restrictions published - traders should consult official documentation for updates. However, strategies exploiting system inefficiencies (listed below) remain prohibited regardless of manual/EA execution.more |
Inactivity | Not Allowed (30-day rule) | Accounts automatically expire after 30 consecutive calendar days without new orders. No grace period...Accounts automatically expire after 30 consecutive calendar days without new orders. No grace period - traders must execute at least one trade monthly to maintain active status. Expired accounts cannot be reactivated.more |
News Trading | Allowed (with restrictions) | Bracketing strategies (simultaneous buy/sell stops around news) prohibited across all programs. High...Bracketing strategies (simultaneous buy/sell stops around news) prohibited across all programs. High Stakes program: New order execution blocked 2 minutes pre/post high-impact news (profits deleted if attempted). Existing positions can be held through news events.more |
IP Address | Allowed (with restrictions) | Multiple devices/IPs permitted within same geographic location. Concurrent logins from different reg...Multiple devices/IPs permitted within same geographic location. Concurrent logins from different regions prohibited (triggers security alerts). VPN/VPS allowed if consistently used from single location. The5ers monitors for suspicious IP patterns indicating account sharing.more |
Prohibited Practices | Not Allowed | Strict ban on: arbitrage strategies, HFT (<1s trades), system error exploitation, rollover scalping,...Strict ban on: arbitrage strategies, HFT (<1s trades), system error exploitation, rollover scalping, tick scalping, third-party EAs without source code ownership, account sharing/reselling, and "pass your challenge" services. Includes one-directional gambling-style trading without analysis. Penalties include permanent bans and forfeited profits.more |
Trading Period | Varies by Program | Level 1 (all programs except High Stakes): Immediate completion upon profit target achievement. High...Level 1 (all programs except High Stakes): Immediate completion upon profit target achievement. High Stakes: Minimum 3 profitable trading days required during evaluation phase, regardless of profit size per day.more |
Minimum Trading Days | Varies by Program | Standard Programs: Zero minimum days - complete Level 1 in single session if desired. High Stakes Ex...Standard Programs: Zero minimum days - complete Level 1 in single session if desired. High Stakes Exclusive: Requires 3 separate profitable days (consecutive or non-consecutive) with verified trades.more |
Misc. Rules | Various | No hidden fees except Bootcamp's two-phase payment: $100K account costs $95 upfront + $205 upon pass...No hidden fees except Bootcamp's two-phase payment: $100K account costs $95 upfront + $205 upon passing ($300 total). $250K account: $225 upfront + $350 later ($575 total). Visible stop-loss mandatory - SL must be platform-verifiable within 60 seconds of trade execution.more |
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Company Name | Five Percent Online Ltd. |
Categories | Proprietary Trading Firm |
Primary Category | Proprietary Trading Firm |
Support Languages | English |
Financial Instruments | Forex, Indices, Oil/Energies, Cryptocurrencies, Metals |
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