City Traders Imperium vs The5%ers

Side-by-side comparison of rules, fees, payouts, and trading restrictions.

Key Differences: City Traders Imperium gives more drawdown room at 10%.
City Traders Imperium
The5%ers
Profit Split
80%
80%
Max Drawdown
10%
6%
Daily Loss Limit
4%
3%
Drawdown Type
Static
Static
Payout Frequency
Bi-weekly
Bi-weekly
Cheapest Plan
$39
$39
Min Trading Days
5
3
Challenge Types
1-Step, 2-Step, Instant Funding
1-Step, 2-Step, Instant Funding
Account Sizes
$2,500, $5,000, $10,000, $20,000, $40,000, $80,000, $100,000
$5,000, $10,000, $20,000, $40,000, $80,000, $100,000
News Trading
Yes
Yes
Weekend Holding
Yes
Yes
EAs/Bots
Yes
Yes
Refundable Fee
No
No
City Traders Imperium
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Choosing Between City Traders Imperium and The5%ers

Both City Traders Imperium and The5%ers are popular choices among prop traders, with The5%ers established since 2016. City Traders Imperium gives more drawdown room at 10%. The best choice depends on your trading style, instrument preferences, and risk tolerance.

Which is better for...

More drawdown roomCity Traders Imperium — 10% max drawdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Is City Traders Imperium or The5%ers better for prop trading?
It depends on your priorities. Use our comparison tool to decide based on what matters most to you.
Which has a higher profit split, City Traders Imperium or The5%ers?
Both City Traders Imperium and The5%ers offer a 80% profit split.
Which is cheaper, City Traders Imperium or The5%ers?
Both firms have similar starting prices around $39.
What are the drawdown rules for City Traders Imperium vs The5%ers?
City Traders Imperium allows 10% maximum drawdown (Static), while The5%ers allows 6% (Static). Daily loss limits are 4% and 3% respectively.

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