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For Traders

2.5 B
United Arab Emirates CFD
VS

E8 Markets

2.9 A
United States CFD

Verdict: Who Wins?

For Traders 1 wins
1 4
E8 Markets 4 wins Our Pick
Overall Rating 2.9 vs 2.5
TrustPilot 4.4 vs 4
Starting Price $23 vs $46
Profit Split Up to 100% vs 80% (up to 90%)
Safety Grade A vs B

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders For Traders
Maximum profit potential E8 Markets
Trust & reputation E8 Markets

Visual Comparison

For Traders E8 Markets

Head-to-Head Comparison

For Traders Metric E8 Markets
2.5/10 PFM Score 2.9/10
4/5 (1,667) Suspended TrustPilot 4.4/5 (3,228)
B Safety Grade A
80% (up to 90%) Profit Split Up to 100%
Varies by plan (see challenge rules) Daily Drawdown EOD (Signature) / Dynamic (E8 One)
Bi-weekly Payout Frequency Bi-weekly (14 Days)
$23 Starting Price $45.60
White-Label Technology Proprietary
cTrader, TradeLocker Platforms cTrader, Match Trader, TradeLocker
No Direct Path to Funded Yes
United Arab Emirates Country United States
Jul 2023 Established Nov 2021
25 options Challenge Options 26 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

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

Account Size For Traders E8 Markets Savings
$25K $149 $110 Save $39
$50K $235 $166 Save $69
$100K $349 $286 Save $63

For Traders vs E8 Markets: Detailed Analysis

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

In terms of pricing, For Traders is more affordable with challenges starting at $23, which is $23 less than E8 Markets's starting price of $46. For Traders offers 25 challenge options, while E8 Markets offers 26.

For Traders offers 80% (up to 90%) profit split, while E8 Markets offers Up to 100%. For Traders pays out Bi-weekly, and E8 Markets pays out Bi-weekly (14 Days).

For trust and reputation, For Traders has a 4/5 TrustPilot rating with 1,667 reviews (currently suspended), while E8 Markets has 4.4/5 with 3,228 reviews. Safety grades: For Traders B, E8 Markets A.

Overall, E8 Markets edges ahead winning 4 out of 5 categories we compared. However, the best choice depends on your specific needs — both firms have their strengths.

Pros & Cons

For Traders
Pros
Fast customer cuspport
Cons
TrustPilot SUSPENDED for fake reviews (1,664 reviews removed). Currently migrating to new broker (purchases temporarily unavailable). Dual entity structure (Saint Lucia + Dubai). High leverage 1:125 on forex.
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

For Traders
30% OFF 30% off all challenges - Easter 2026
20% OFF 20% off all challenges - New user discount
15% OFF 15% off all challenges
30% OFF 30% off + Buy One Get One Free challenge
E8 Markets
5% Off for all the challenges

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, For Traders or E8 Markets?

E8 Markets scores higher overall, winning 4 out of 5 comparison categories including Overall Rating, TrustPilot, Profit Split. However, the best choice depends on your trading goals and priorities.

Which is cheaper, For Traders or E8 Markets?

For Traders has the lower starting price at $23. For Traders offers 25 challenge options starting from $23, while E8 Markets offers 26 options starting from $46.

Which has better reviews, For Traders or E8 Markets?

E8 Markets has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.4/5. For Traders has 1,667 reviews while E8 Markets has 3,228.

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

E8 Markets offers a higher maximum profit split. For Traders offers 80% (up to 90%) while E8 Markets offers Up to 100%.

How fast do For Traders and E8 Markets pay out?

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