About E8 Markets
E8 Markets, based in the United States and established in November 2021, is a CFD firm offering 1 Step, 3 Steps, and 2 Steps programs. Account sizes range from $25,000 to $250,000. Platforms supported include cTrader, Match Trader, Platform 5, TradeLocker, MT4 and MT5. Tradable instruments include Forex, Commodities, Indexes, and Cryptocurrencies, with leverage up to 1:50 for majors, exotics, and cryptocurrencies. The firm has a review score of 4.8/5 from 431 reviews.
E8 Markets Key Information
E8 Markets Quick Stats
E8 Markets Trading Rules
Consistency Rule: 40% Best Day Rule applies during the E8 Trader (funded) stage for most account types (35% for E8 Signature).
News Trading Details: 5-minute restriction before/after high-impact news on E8 Trader accounts
Drawdown Basis: Balance
Drawdown Measurement: Relative
E8 Markets Funding and Account Options
Reset Fee: Typically about 80% of the original fee
E8 Markets Available Instruments
E8 Markets Payout Policy
E8 Markets Scaling Plan
E8 Markets Forex Details
E8 Markets Spreads and Commissions
| Asset Class | Avg. Spread | Commission |
|---|---|---|
| forex | $3 per lot | $3 per lot |
| metals | 0.0010% | 0.0010% |
| crypto | 0.024% | 0.024% |
| indices | 0.5 pts | $0 |
| commodities | 0.0010% | — |
E8 Markets Banned Countries (40)
E8 Markets Challenge Types and Costs
E8 Markets offers 1-step and 2-step programs with account sizes from $5K to $500K, with evaluation fees ranging from $48 to $4460.
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Compare every E8 Markets challenge tier
Profit targets, drawdowns, fees and payouts side-by-side.
Evaluation fee is refunded after a successful payout.
E8 Markets Real Trader Results and Payouts
Verified trader feedback, payout cadence and the policies that determine how often you can withdraw profits at E8 Markets.
Payout policy at a glance
- First payout available after 8 days of trading.
- Payouts cycle on a Bi-weekly or On-Demand schedule.
- Withdrawals process in 2-5 business days.
- Minimum withdrawal amount: $100.
- Supported payout methods: Plane, Riseworks.
E8 Markets Trading Rules Deep Dive
The fine print that decides whether traders pass or breach. Each rule below uses E8 Markets's specific values.
E8 Markets Scaling Plan and Long-Term Growth
How your account grows once you're funded with E8 Markets, and where the profit split ceiling sits.
How scaling works at E8 Markets
Conditions: Scales with every payout request
Increment: 100% of the total profit generated
Profit split improves as you scale up the account.
How E8 Markets Compares
Where E8 Markets outperforms typical prop firms — and where its rules are stricter than the industry average.
E8 Markets strengths
- High profit split ceiling (100%) versus a typical 80% industry standard.
- Fast first payout — available after 8 days versus the typical 30-day minimum.
- Wide platform choice: cTrader, Match Trader, Platform 5, TradeLocker.
- Evaluation fee is refundable after a successful payout.
- US traders are accepted.
Things to watch out for
- Consistency rule applies — best day capped as a percentage of total profit.
- 40 banned countries — verify your jurisdiction before purchasing.
- KYC verification is required before payouts.
E8 Markets pricing starts from $48 and goes up to $4460.
Use E8 Markets's active discounts to lower the entry cost.
E8 Markets Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions traders ask about E8 Markets.