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TradeDay

8.1 A+
United States Futures
VS

Apex Trader Funding

7.6 A+
United States Futures
Key Differences
Split 95% vs 100% Price $87 vs $118

Verdict: Who Wins?

TradeDay 3 wins
3 2
Apex Trader Funding 2 wins
Overall Rating 8.1 vs 7.6
TrustPilot 4.6 vs 4.4
Starting Price $87 vs $118
Profit Split 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90% vs 95%
Safety Grade Both A+
Platform Choice 13 vs 0 platforms

Best For:

Budget-conscious traders TradeDay
Maximum profit potential Apex Trader Funding
Trust & reputation TradeDay
Fast payouts TradeDay

Visual Comparison

TradeDay Apex Trader Funding

Head-to-Head Comparison

TradeDay Metric Apex Trader Funding
8.1/10 PFM Score 7.6/10
4.6/5 (1,350) TrustPilot 4.4/5 (18,690)
A+ Safety Grade A+
95% Profit Split 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90%
Trailing Max Drawdown Daily Drawdown None (Intraday) / $500-$2,000 EOD (varies by account)
Daily Payout Frequency 2 Per month
$87 Starting Price $118
Proprietary Technology Proprietary
Platforms R | Trader Pro, Trading View, NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Quantower, Atas, MotiveWave, Bookmap, Investor/RT, Jigsaw, MultiCharts, Sierra Chart, Trade Navigator
Yes Direct Path to Funded No
United States Country United States
Jan 2020 Established Jan 2021
9 options Challenge Options 8 options

Price Comparison by Account Size

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

Account Size TradeDay Apex Trader Funding Savings
$50K $87 $132 Save $45
$100K $140 $198 Save $58
$150K $210 $265 Save $55

TradeDay vs Apex Trader Funding: Detailed Analysis

TradeDay and Apex Trader Funding are both Futures firms. TradeDay has been in business longer, established in 2020, while Apex Trader Funding was founded in 2021.

In terms of pricing, TradeDay is more affordable with challenges starting at $87, which is $31 less than Apex Trader Funding's starting price of $118. TradeDay offers 9 challenge options, while Apex Trader Funding offers 8.

TradeDay offers 95% profit split, while Apex Trader Funding offers 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90%. TradeDay pays out Daily, and Apex Trader Funding pays out 2 Per month.

For trust and reputation, TradeDay has a 4.6/5 TrustPilot rating with 1,350 reviews, while Apex Trader Funding has 4.4/5 with 18,690 reviews. Safety grades: TradeDay A+, Apex Trader Funding A+.

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

Pros & Cons

TradeDay
Pros
Day One Payouts Up to 95% Profit Share Clear Path to Live Funding
Cons
Unable to offer a refund after purchase, monthly subscription fees apply
Apex Trader Funding
Pros
20 Accounts available
Cons
No clear path to Live Funding, hard payout rules

Active Deals & Promo Codes

TradeDay
30% OFF 30% off + no activation fee on all evaluations
Apex Trader Funding
90% OFF 90% off evaluation — limited time

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, TradeDay or Apex Trader Funding?

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

Which is cheaper, TradeDay or Apex Trader Funding?

TradeDay has the lower starting price at $87. TradeDay offers 9 challenge options starting from $87, while Apex Trader Funding offers 8 options starting from $118.

Which has better reviews, TradeDay or Apex Trader Funding?

TradeDay has a higher TrustPilot rating of 4.6/5. TradeDay has 1,350 reviews while Apex Trader Funding has 18,690.

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

Apex Trader Funding offers a higher maximum profit split. TradeDay offers 95% while Apex Trader Funding offers 100% until $25,000 withdrawn, then 90%.

How fast do TradeDay and Apex Trader Funding pay out?

TradeDay has Daily payouts while Apex Trader Funding offers 2 Per month payouts. Payout speed can be an important factor when choosing a prop firm.