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Apex Trader Funding

7.6 A+
United States Futures
VS

E8 Markets

7.7 A
Saint Lucia CFD
Key Differences
Safety A+ vs A Price $118 vs $48

Verdict: Who Wins?

Apex Trader Funding 2 wins
2 3
E8 Markets 3 wins
Overall Rating 7.7 vs 7.6
TrustPilot Both 4.4
Starting Price $48 vs $118
Profit Split Both 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90%
Safety Grade A+ vs A
Challenge Variety 11 vs 8 options
Platform Choice 13 vs 3 platforms

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders E8 Markets
Fast payouts E8 Markets

Visual Comparison

Apex Trader Funding E8 Markets

Head-to-Head Comparison

Apex Trader Funding Metric E8 Markets
7.6/10 PFM Score 7.7/10
4.4/5 (18,690) TrustPilot 4.4/5 (3,237)
A+ Safety Grade A
100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90% Profit Split Up to 100%
None (Intraday) / $500-$2,000 EOD (varies by account) Daily Drawdown EOD (Signature) / Dynamic (E8 One)
2 Per month Payout Frequency On Demand
$118 Starting Price $48
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
R | Trader Pro, Trading View, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Quantower, Atas, MotiveWave, Bookmap, Investor/RT, Jigsaw, MultiCharts, Sierra Chart, Trade Navigator Platforms cTrader, Match Trader, TradeLocker
No Direct Path to Funded Yes
United States Country Saint Lucia
Jan 2021 Established Nov 2021
8 options Challenge Options 11 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

Cheapest challenge price at each account size (where both firms offer the same size)

Account Size Apex Trader Funding E8 Markets Savings
$25K $118 $188 Save $70
$50K $132 $130 Save $2
$100K $198 $260 Save $62
$150K $265 $390 Save $125

Apex Trader Funding vs E8 Markets: Detailed Analysis

Apex Trader Funding and E8 Markets are both Futures firms. Apex Trader Funding has been in business longer, established in 2021, while E8 Markets was founded in 2021.

In terms of pricing, E8 Markets is more affordable with challenges starting at $48, which is $70 less than Apex Trader Funding's starting price of $118. Apex Trader Funding offers 8 challenge options, while E8 Markets offers 11.

Apex Trader Funding offers 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90% profit split, while E8 Markets offers Up to 100%. Apex Trader Funding pays out 2 Per month, and E8 Markets pays out On Demand.

For trust and reputation, Apex Trader Funding has a 4.4/5 TrustPilot rating with 18,690 reviews, while E8 Markets has 4.4/5 with 3,237 reviews. Safety grades: Apex Trader Funding A+, E8 Markets A.

This is a close matchup with Apex Trader Funding winning 2 and E8 Markets winning 3 of the categories we compared. The right choice depends on what matters most to you as a trader.

Pros & Cons

Apex Trader Funding
Pros
20 Accounts available
Cons
No clear path to Live Funding, hard payout rules
E8 Markets
Pros
Configurable profit split (80-100%), Multiple platforms (Match Trader, cTrader, TradeLocker)
Cons
Limited EA Use, 35% consistency rule on performance accounts

Active Deals & Promo Codes

Apex Trader Funding
90% OFF 90% off evaluation — limited time
E8 Markets
5% OFF 5% Off for all the challenges
40% OFF First-order 40% off E8 Signature / 30% off E8 One. 20% off subsequent orders. All account sizes, 1 free reset included. Expires Sunday 27 Apr 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Apex Trader Funding or E8 Markets?

Both firms are competitive. Apex Trader Funding wins in 2 categories while E8 Markets wins in 3. The best choice depends on what you prioritize: pricing, profit split, trust ratings, or payout speed.

Which is cheaper, Apex Trader Funding or E8 Markets?

E8 Markets has the lower starting price at $48. Apex Trader Funding offers 8 challenge options starting from $118, while E8 Markets offers 11 options starting from $48.

Which has better reviews, Apex Trader Funding or E8 Markets?

Apex Trader Funding has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.4/5. Apex Trader Funding has 18,690 reviews while E8 Markets has 3,237.

Which offers a higher profit split, Apex Trader Funding or E8 Markets?

Apex Trader Funding offers a higher maximum profit split. Apex Trader Funding offers 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90% while E8 Markets offers Up to 100%.

How fast do Apex Trader Funding and E8 Markets pay out?

Apex Trader Funding has 2 Per month payouts while E8 Markets offers On Demand payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.