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E8 Markets

2.9 A
United States CFD
VS

Funding Traders

2.3 B
Hong Kong CFD

Verdict: Who Wins?

E8 Markets 3 wins Our Pick
3 1
Funding Traders 1 wins
Overall Rating 2.9 vs 2.3
TrustPilot 4.4 vs 3.5
Starting Price $39 vs $46
Profit Split Both Up to 100%
Safety Grade A vs B

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders Funding Traders
Trust & reputation E8 Markets
Fast payouts E8 Markets

Visual Comparison

E8 Markets Funding Traders

Head-to-Head Comparison

E8 Markets Metric Funding Traders
2.9/10 PFM Score 2.3/10
4.4/5 (3,228) TrustPilot 3.5/5 (3,259) Suspended
A Safety Grade B
Up to 100% Profit Split 80-100%
EOD (Signature) / Dynamic (E8 One) Daily Drawdown 3-5% daily / 6-10% max (varies by plan)
Bi-weekly (14 Days) Payout Frequency Every 14-21 Days
$45.60 Starting Price $39
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
cTrader, Match Trader, TradeLocker Platforms MT5, TradeLocker
Yes Direct Path to Funded No
United States Country Hong Kong
Nov 2021 Established Apr 2023
26 options Challenge Options 24 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

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

Account Size E8 Markets Funding Traders Savings
$5K $46 $39 Save $7
$10K $47 $59 Save $12
$25K $110 $119 Save $9
$50K $166 $229 Save $63
$100K $286 $419 Save $133
$200K $478 $799 Save $321
$400K $950 $2,349 Save $1,399

E8 Markets vs Funding Traders: Detailed Analysis

E8 Markets and Funding Traders are both CFD firms. E8 Markets has been in business longer, established in 2021, while Funding Traders was founded in 2023.

In terms of pricing, Funding Traders is more affordable with challenges starting at $39, which is $7 less than E8 Markets's starting price of $46. E8 Markets offers 26 challenge options, while Funding Traders offers 24.

E8 Markets offers Up to 100% profit split, while Funding Traders offers 80-100%. E8 Markets pays out Bi-weekly (14 Days), and Funding Traders pays out Every 14-21 Days.

For trust and reputation, E8 Markets has a 4.4/5 TrustPilot rating with 3,228 reviews, while Funding Traders has 3.5/5 with 3,259 reviews (currently suspended). Safety grades: E8 Markets A, Funding Traders B.

Overall, E8 Markets edges ahead winning 3 out of 4 categories we compared. However, the best choice depends on your specific needs — both firms have their strengths.

Pros & Cons

E8 Markets
Pros
Configurable profit split (80-100%), Multiple platforms (Match Trader, cTrader, TradeLocker)
Cons
Limited EA Use, 35% consistency rule on performance accounts
Funding Traders
Pros
Fast customer support & Rapid Execution of the trading platform
Cons
TrustPilot SUSPENDED for fake reviews (3,259 reviews, 21% 1-star). Payout delay complaints from traders. Legal entity RSRD Limited in Hong Kong. Some traders report disputed account closures.

Active Deals & Promo Codes

E8 Markets
5% Off for all the challenges
Funding Traders
40% OFF 40% OFF + Pass and Get a FREE Account
50% OFF 50% off your first funded challenge

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, E8 Markets or Funding Traders?

E8 Markets scores higher overall, winning 3 out of 4 comparison categories including Overall Rating, TrustPilot, Safety Grade. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.

Which is cheaper, E8 Markets or Funding Traders?

Funding Traders has the lower starting price at $39. E8 Markets offers 26 challenge options starting from $46, while Funding Traders offers 24 options starting from $39.

Which has better reviews, E8 Markets or Funding Traders?

E8 Markets has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.4/5. E8 Markets has 3,228 reviews while Funding Traders has 3,259.

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

E8 Markets offers a higher maximum profit split. E8 Markets offers Up to 100% while Funding Traders offers 80-100%.

How fast do E8 Markets and Funding Traders pay out?

E8 Markets has Bi-weekly (14 Days) payouts while Funding Traders offers Every 14-21 Days payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.