Prop firm alternatives
Weighing up your options? Here is an honest look at how WICK FUNDED works as an alternative to each major prop firm — what we do better, and where the incumbent still wins. Verified June 2026.
Alternative to FTMO
The longest-running major prop firm (since 2015), 200,000+ funded traders — the industry benchmark.
Alternative to FundedNext
Fast-growing challenger with the highest review count in the niche (68,000+) and a "paid during the challenge" hook.
Alternative to FundingPips
Budget-entry leader ($29 challenges), no consistency rule, and a path to a 100% profit split.
Alternative to The5ers
One of the oldest independent firms (since 2016), highest Trustpilot score in the niche, and a unique account-doubling Hyper Growth model.
Alternative to Alpha Capital
UK-based firm known for a flat 90% profit split on every account and broad platform choice.
Alternative to Topstep
The OG futures prop firm — 13 years, $1B+ paid, futures-only on CME.
Alternative to Apex Trader Funding
A heavyweight futures prop firm with a massive review base, deep promo discounts, and up to 20 accounts at once.
Alternative to E8 Markets
A US-based simulated prop firm (founded 2021) known for customizable challenges, an 8%-ish target family, and a large public payout history.
Alternative to Goat Funded Trader
A fast-growing, promo-heavy forex and CFD prop firm founded in 2023, now running its own MT5 broker with a $2M scaling ceiling.