E8 Markets

E8 Markets offers multiple challenge programs: E8 One (1-Step), E8 Classic (2-Step), E8 Pro, and E8 Track. The E8 One requires a 10% profit target with a 4% daily drawdown and 8% max drawdown. The E8 Classic 2-Step targets 8%/5% with a 5% daily and 8% max drawdown. E8 Pro and E8 Track offer additional configurations. On funded accounts, E8 enforces a net profit consistency rule: net profit for a payout must exceed 50% of the daily drawdown limit, ensuring consistent performance rather than one-day-wonder results. Profit splits start at 80% and progress to 100% at the highest tier. EAs are allowed, news trading is permitted, and there are no minimum hold time requirements. Account sizes reach up to $1,000,000. Use promo code Propfirms for 5% off.

E8 Markets uses a static drawdown model on most challenge types. The 8% max drawdown fixes the floor at 92% of the starting balance from day one, never adjusting regardless of profits. The daily drawdown ranges from 4% to 5% depending on the plan, calculated on equity including open floating positions. On funded accounts, E8 applies an additional consistency rule for payouts: net profit must exceed 50% of the daily drawdown limit to qualify for withdrawal — meaning consistent daily gains are required rather than one large winning day followed by smaller losses. For Futures accounts, a 35% consistency rule applies on funded stages (none during challenge). E8's account sizes up to $1 million make drawdown management critical at higher capital levels.

E8 Markets has built strong credibility with a well-documented payout history and consistent positive community feedback. The firm processes payouts reliably on a 14-day cycle and maintains a strong Community presence. The 100% profit split tier is a genuine top-end incentive requiring sustained high performance. Multiple challenge programs allow traders to choose parameters matching their style. The $1 million maximum account size is among the higher limits in the industry. One reported challenge: the funded account consistency rule for payouts adds complexity that some traders find restrictive after passing a straightforward challenge. Use promo code Propfirms for 5% off.