Vest Markets Challenges
Vest Markets runs Instant + 1 Step + 2 Step challenges with absolute equity drawdown. Account sizes range from $500 to $25K, with evaluation fees from $10–$1,000. Trading runs on Vest Exchange.
Vest Markets challenge types and pricing
10 active Vest Markets challenges across instant + 1 step + 2 step tiers. Filter by account size and program type to find the right fit.
Challenges 10
| Account Size | Steps | Profit Target | Daily Loss | Max Loss | Profit Split | Payout Freq. | Rewards | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$5K1-Step | 1 Step | $500 | $150 | $300 | 80% | on-demand |  80 | |
$10K1-Step | 1 Step | $1,000 | $300 | $600 | 80% | on-demand | 160 | |
$25K1-Step | 1 Step | $2,500 | $750 | $1,500 | 80% | on-demand | 420 | |
$5K2-Step | 2 Step | $500 $250 | $150 | $300 | 80% | on-demand | 30 | |
$10K2-Step Best Value | 2 Step | $1,000 $500 | $300 | $600 | 80% | on-demand | 70 | |
$25K2-Step | 2 Step | $2,500 $1,250 | $750 | $1,500 | 80% | on-demand | 180 | |
$500Instant | Instant | — | — | $10 | 95% | on-demand | 20 | |
$5KInstant | Instant | — | — | $200 | 95% | on-demand | 400 | |
$10KInstant | Instant | — | — | $400 | 95% | on-demand | 800 | |
$25KInstant | Instant | — | — | $1,000 | 95% | on-demand | 2,000 |
801604203070180204008002,000Key trading rules
The rules that shape every Vest Markets evaluation, condensed to one line per item.
Fee refund policy
Vest Markets does not refund the challenge fee. Treat the evaluation cost as a one-time purchase.
Why traders fail Vest Markets challenges
The most common failure causes are tied directly to Vest Markets's rule set — here are the ones to plan around before paying for an evaluation.
- 1
Breaching the absolute equity drawdown
Vest Markets measures drawdown on equity, so unrealized P&L counts against the limit while trades are open. Holding a losing position through normal volatility can trigger a breach even if it would have recovered.
Tip: Cap your risk per trade so a stop-out never approaches the daily or max loss line.
- 2
Running disallowed EAs or copy trading
Vest Markets restricts automation: API trading is not allowed on evaluation or funded accounts. Even a single forbidden bot trade can void the run.
Tip: Check the rule list before installing any tool that places trades for you. When unsure, trade manually until you've confirmed in writing.
Who Vest Markets fits
Good fit if you trade like this:
- News-event traders — no restrictions on trading high-impact releases.
- Swing traders — positions can be held over the weekend.
- Traders who build profit unevenly — there is no consistency rule to penalize a standout day.
- Scalpers and HFT setups — both styles are explicitly permitted.
- Traders who want funded capital without a multi-week evaluation — instant-funding tier is available.
Look elsewhere if any of these apply:
- Algorithmic traders — EAs and automated systems are not allowed.
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Quick answers to the questions traders ask before paying for a Vest Markets evaluation.
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