The5ers Challenges
The5ers runs 1 Step + 2 Step + 3 Step challenges with relative equity drawdown. Account sizes range from $2.5K to $250K, with evaluation fees from $22–$850. Trading runs on cTrader, MT5.
The5ers challenge types and pricing
19 active The5ers challenges across 1 step + 2 step + 3 step tiers. Filter by account size and program type to find the right fit.
Challenges 19
| Account Size | Steps | Profit Target | Daily Loss | Max Loss | Profit Split | Payout Freq. | Rewards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$20KBootcamp | 3 Step | $1,200 $1,200 $1,200 | — | $1,000 | 50% | bi-weekly |  44 | |
$100KBootcamp | 3 Step | $6,000 $6,000 $6,000 | — | $5,000 | 50% | bi-weekly | 190 | |
$250KBootcamp | 3 Step | $15,000 $15,000 $15,000 | — | $12,500 | 50% | bi-weekly | 450 | |
$2.5KHigh Stakes Classic | 2 Step | $200 $125 | $125 | $250 | 80% | bi-weekly | 44 | |
$5KHigh Stakes Classic | 2 Step | $400 $250 | $250 | $500 | 80% | bi-weekly | 78 | |
$10KHigh Stakes Classic | 2 Step | $800 $500 | $500 | $1,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 156 | |
$25KHigh Stakes Classic | 2 Step | $2,000 $1,250 | $1,250 | $2,500 | 80% | bi-weekly | 390 | |
$50KHigh Stakes Classic | 2 Step | $4,000 $2,500 | $2,500 | $5,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 618 | |
$100KHigh Stakes Classic Best Value | 2 Step | $8,000 $5,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 1,090 | |
$2.5KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $250 $125 | $125 | $250 | 80% | bi-weekly | 38 | |
$5KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $500 $250 | $250 | $500 | 80% | bi-weekly | 70 | |
$10KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $1,000 $500 | $500 | $1,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 138 | |
$25KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $2,500 $1,250 | $1,250 | $2,500 | 80% | bi-weekly | 352 | |
$50KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $5,000 $2,500 | $2,500 | $5,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 556 | |
$100KHigh Stakes New | 2 Step | $10,000 $5,000 | $5,000 | $10,000 | 80% | bi-weekly | 982 | |
$5KHyper Growth Pro Growth | 1 Step | $500 | $150 | $300 | 75% | bi-weekly | 104 | |
$10KHyper Growth Pro Growth | 1 Step | $1,000 | $300 | $600 | 75% | bi-weekly | 196 | |
$20KHyper Growth Pro Growth | 1 Step | $2,000 | $600 | $1,200 | 75% | bi-weekly | 378 | |
$50KHyper Growth Pro Growth | 1 Step | $5,000 | $1,500 | $3,000 | 75% | bi-weekly | 658 |
4419045044781563906181,0903870138352556982104196378658Key trading rules
The rules that shape every The5ers evaluation, condensed to one line per item.
Fee refund policy
The5ers refunds the challenge fee — typically with the trader's first payout. Confirm the exact terms on The5ers's website before purchase.
Why traders fail The5ers challenges
The most common failure causes are tied directly to The5ers's rule set — here are the ones to plan around before paying for an evaluation.
- 1
Breaching the relative equity drawdown
The5ers's drawdown is relative equity, which means the limit moves up as the account grows. Traders who size positions for the starting balance often blow through the limit after a profitable run-up.
Tip: Recalculate your max risk per trade against the current trailing limit, not the starting balance.
- 2
Not meeting the minimum trading days
The5ers requires at least 3 trading days on the evaluation. Hitting the profit target faster doesn't fast-track you — the day count gates the pass.
Tip: Plan for the day count from day 1. Place at least one position-managed trade per required day, even if you're already in profit.
Who The5ers fits
Good fit if you trade like this:
- News-event traders — no restrictions on trading high-impact releases.
- Swing traders — positions can be held over the weekend.
- Algorithmic and EA traders — automation is permitted.
- Traders who build profit unevenly — there is no consistency rule to penalize a standout day.
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Quick answers to the questions traders ask before paying for a The5ers evaluation.
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