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E8 Markets Review 2026
E8 Markets is a US-based forex prop firm, selling challenges for 4 years, rated 4.1/5 by our formula (#13 of 90) and 4.1/5 on Trustpilot from 3,298 reviews. It is best for frequent (daily) payout requests and budget buyers (cheaper per $10K than 87% of forex firms); skip it if you want instant funding. We list 1 warning about it below.
- Trader reviews
- 55
- Price per $10K
- 79
- Rules & drawdown
- 67
- Payouts & split
- 90
- Track record
- 82
- Platforms & programs
- 67
Best for frequent (daily) payout requests; budget buyers (cheaper per $10K than 87% of forex firms); a longer track record (4 years).
Skip if you want instant funding; you live in Pakistan and United Arab Emirates.
⚠ Warnings we found
- Trustpilot shows a warning that it detected and removed fake reviews on this company's profile (checked 2026-09-29)
Listed as found on September 29, 2026. These are facts from public sources, not a legal finding. Firms with open warnings are excluded from our beginner and most-established lists.
Score breakdown
E8 Markets scores highest on payouts & split and track record, and lowest on trader reviews.
It ranks #13 of the 90 firms we track and #7 of 55 forex firms.
Price vs the forex market
E8 Markets's median price per $10K of funding is $49.35, cheaper than 87% of forex firms. The cheapest single account costs $32.
E8 Markets challenges and prices
Price by account size
$100K 1-Step: targets and limits
| Account | Program | Price | Target | Daily | Max | Drawdown | Split |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $5K | 1-StepE8 Pro - 1-Step 5K | $32 | 8% | 2.5% | 8% | Static | 80% |
| $5K | 1-StepE8 One Forex - 1-Step 5K | $48 | 9% | 4% | 6% | Trailing (balance) | 80% |
| $10K | 1-StepE8 Pro - 1-Step 10K | $68 | 8% | 2.5% | 8% | Static | 80% |
| $10K | 1-StepE8 One Forex - 1-Step 10K | $88 | 9% | 4% | 6% | Trailing (balance) | 80% |
| $25K | 1-StepE8 Signature - Forex - 1-Step 25K | $120 | 6% | — | 4% | End-of-day trailing | 80% |
| $25K | 1-StepE8 Pro - 1-Step 25K | $148 | 8% | 2.5% | 8% | Static | 80% |
| $25K | 1-StepE8 One Forex - 1-Step 25K | $188 | 9% | 4% | 6% | Trailing (balance) | 80% |
| $50K | 1-StepE8 Signature - Forex - 1-Step 50K | $160 | 6% | — | 4% | End-of-day trailing | 80% |
| $50K | 1-StepE8 Pro - 1-Step 50K | $228 | 8% | 2.5% | 8% | Static | 80% |
| $50K | 1-StepE8 One Forex - 1-Step 50K | $288 | 9% | 4% | 6% | Trailing (balance) | 80% |
Showing 10 of 20 accounts.
E8 Markets rules
- Daily loss limit
- 2.5–4%
- Maximum loss
- 4–8%
- Drawdown model
- End-of-day trailing, Static and Trailing (balance)
- Profit target (phase 1)
- 6–9%
- Minimum trading days
- 0
- Consistency rule
- Applies
- Profit split
- 80%
- Payout frequency
- from daily
Across its 20 accounts, E8 Markets uses end-of-day trailing, static, trailing (balance) drawdown. 40% of accounts have a static maximum loss. The shortest minimum-trading-days requirement is 0.
Rules are taken from the firm's published terms and change often. Always confirm on the firm's site before buying.
| Asset | Instant | 1-Step | 2-Step |
|---|---|---|---|
| FX | — | 30 | — |
| Energy | — | 15 | — |
| Indices | — | 15 | — |
| Metals | — | 15 | — |
| Crypto | — | 1 | — |
Maximum leverage by asset and program.
| Asset | Commission |
|---|---|
| FX | Standard spreads accounts : Free | Raw spread accounts: $5/lot |
| Energy | Standard spreads accounts : Free | Raw spread accounts: $6/lot |
| Indices | Standard spreads accounts : Free | Raw spread accounts: $6/lot( Nas, S&P, Dax, Nikkei), $12/LOT(DOW Jones, Australia 200 indices) |
| Metals | Standard spreads accounts : Free | Raw spread accounts: $6/lot |
| Crypto | Standard spreads accounts : Free | Raw spread accounts: $35/lot on Crypto Programs, $30/Lot on Forex programs |
Payouts and payments
Pay for a challenge
Receive payouts
Payout cycle
Requests from daily; split up to 80%.
Verified payout data from traders will appear here once our payout tracker launches.
Where E8 Markets is available
E8 Markets restricts 35 countries. Of the 20 markets we cover in detail, it accepts traders from 18 and blocks Pakistan, United Arab Emirates.
Pakistan ✕
United Arab Emirates ✕All restricted countries (35)
Afghanistan
Albania
Algeria
Belarus
Burundi
Central African Republic
Congo
Cuba
Democratic Republic of the Congo (Congo Free State)
Ethiopia
Iran
Iraq
Kosovo
Lebanon
Libya
Mali
Midway Islands
Myanmar (Burma)
Nicaragua
North KoreaPakistan
Russia
Samoa
Somalia
South Sudan
Sudan
Syria
UkraineUnited Arab Emirates
Vatican City
Venezuela
West Bank
Western Sahara
Yemen
ZambiaPlatforms and markets
Platforms
Markets
What traders say about E8 Markets: real reviews and rating
- Replies to negative reviews
- 16.5% of 121
- Average reply time
- 4.6 days
- Profile claimed
- Feb 2024
- Invites customers to review
- Yes
84% of E8 Markets's Trustpilot reviews are 5-star and 9% are 1-star. A low share of 1-star reviews compared with most prop firms. The company invites customers to leave reviews, which tends to lift the share of 5-star ratings.
Snapshot of the public Trustpilot page on 2026-09-29. We show ratings only, not review texts. Verified reviews from traders on this site are coming soon.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Daily payout requests
- 4 platforms incl. cTrader and Match Trader
- 4+ years in operation
Cons
- Maximum split 80%
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How we reviewed E8 Markets
Prices, rules and account data come from E8 Markets's pricing pages and terms, cross-checked with aggregated public comparison data. Trader ratings come from a public Trustpilot snapshot taken on September 29, 2026. Scores are calculated with the formula on our methodology page; affiliate commissions do not change them.
E8 Markets FAQ
Is E8 Markets legit?
E8 Markets is based in United States and has been selling challenges for about 4 years. It is rated 4.1/5 on Trustpilot from 3,298 reviews. We list 1 warning about it on this page; read them before buying.
Does E8 Markets pay out, and how fast?
E8 Markets's rules allow payout requests daily on its fastest accounts, with a profit split of up to 80%. Payout methods: Aeropay, Riseworks and WorkMarket. We do not verify individual payouts; the trader reviews section shows what customers report.
Who owns E8 Markets?
Its CEO is Dylan Elchami.
Can US traders use E8 Markets?
Yes. The United States is not on E8 Markets's restricted-country list in our data.
How much is a $100K account at E8 Markets?
$280 for the 1-Step, at list price without promo codes.
What is the daily loss limit at E8 Markets?
2.5–4% of the account, depending on the program; the maximum loss is 4–8% (end-of-day trailing, static and trailing (balance)).
Does E8 Markets have a consistency rule?
Yes, on 12 of its 20 accounts: the best day may not exceed 35–40% of total profit.
Data last checked September 29, 2026. Source: firm pricing pages and terms, public review platforms and aggregated public comparison data (Sep 2026). Found an error? Tell us.