UK versus Czech Republic
Alpha Capital vs FTMO
Which one should you choose in 2026? A criterion-by-criterion comparison.
Challenger
Alpha Capital
8.7/10
The UK prop firm with four challenge formats
1 / 5 criteria won out of 5Read reviewVS
Our pick
FTMO
9.0/10
The original benchmark, the most recognised name in the industry
4 / 5 criteria won out of 5Read reviewHead-to-head verdict · FTMO
FTMO wins on track record and 90% on its 1-Step. Alpha Capital offers more formats and a lower entry price with Alpha Three.
Full comparison
| Alpha Capital | FTMO | |
|---|---|---|
| YourFunding score | 8.7/10 | 9.0/10 |
| From | $397 | ≈ $499 |
| Profit split | 80% (90% as add-on) | 80 → 90% |
| Payout frequency | Bi-weekly or on demand | After 14 days, then on demand |
| Max capital | $400K | $200K |
| Founded | 2022 | 2015 |
| Platforms | MT5, cTrader, DXtrade, TradeLocker | MT4, MT5, cTrader |
| Payouts | 8.8 | 9.4 |
| Rules | 8.6 | 9.0 |
| Price | 8.4 | 7.4 |
| Support | 8.8 | 9.5 |
| Reputation | 9.0 | 9.8 |
Choose Alpha Capital if you…
- Want a well-rated UK firm
- Like choosing the number of phases
- Swing trade (Alpha Swing)
Choose FTMO if you…
- Want the safest firm on the market
- Are a beginner who wants a static drawdown
- Need multilingual support
