FTMO
E8 Markets
| Rating | 4.9 | 4.3 |
| Market | Forex/CFD | Forex/CFD |
| Evaluation | 2-Step / 1-Step | 1-Step / 2-Step |
| Account sizes | $10K–$200K | $25K–$250K |
| Max drawdown | 10% max / 5% daily | 4% dynamic + 3% daily (One) |
| Profit split | 80–90% | 80–100% |
| Min. trading days | 4 per phase | 3 profitable days |
| Refund policy | Refunded on 1st payout | No general refund |
| Price (100K) | $585 | $498 |
| Payout speed | 14-day cycle, 1–2 days processing | 2–5 business days |
| Scaling plan | +25% per cycle, up to $400K | None (add accounts) |
Conclusion: both FTMO and E8 Markets are worth considering in 2026. By overall rating, FTMO leads by 0.6 points. Match the rules to your style before deciding.