TopStep
E8 Markets
| Rating | 4.8 | 4.3 |
| Market | Futures | Forex/CFD |
| Evaluation | 2-Step / Instant | 1-Step / 2-Step |
| Account sizes | $50K–$150K | $25K–$250K |
| Max drawdown | Trailing, $3K on $100K | 4% dynamic + 3% daily (One) |
| Profit split | 100% up to $10K, then 90% | 80–100% |
| Min. trading days | 7 (Combine) | 3 profitable days |
| Refund policy | Not documented | No general refund |
| Price (100K) | $99/mo (Combine) | $498 |
| Payout speed | Bi-weekly / 1-3 business days | 2–5 business days |
| Methods | ACH|PayPal|Wise | — |
| Scaling plan | 25–50% after 4 profitable months | None (add accounts) |
Conclusion: both TopStep and E8 Markets are worth considering in 2026. By overall rating, TopStep leads by 0.5 points. Match the rules to your style before deciding.