Apex Trader Funding
E8 Markets
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.3 |
| Market | Futures | Forex/CFD |
| Evaluation | 1-Step | 1-Step / 2-Step |
| Account sizes | $25K–$150K | $25K–$250K |
| Max drawdown | Trailing, $3K on $100K | 4% dynamic + 3% daily (One) |
| Profit split | 100% (Sim Funded) | 80–100% |
| Min. trading days | 5 qualifying days | 3 profitable days |
| Refund policy | No refund on eval fee | No general refund |
| Price (100K) | $207–$399 | $498 |
| Payout speed | 5-day cycle | 2–5 business days |
| Scaling plan | No classic scaling; PA fee model | None (add accounts) |
Conclusion: both Apex Trader Funding and E8 Markets are worth considering in 2026. By overall rating, E8 Markets leads by 0.1 points. Match the rules to your style before deciding.