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E8 Markets vs City Traders Imperium
Detailed side-by-side comparison to help you choose the right prop trading firm.
Quick Overview
E8 Markets
Established 2021·United States
DynamiqScore4.4/5.0
Profit Split
80–100%
Evaluation Fee
$40+
Payout Frequency
on-demand (from day 8)
Payout Speed
1-2 business days
City Traders Imperium
Established 2018·United Arab Emirates
DynamiqScore4.4/5.0
Profit Split
50–100%
Evaluation Fee
$39+
Payout Frequency
monthly (challenges), bi-weekly (Instant)
Payout Speed
24 hours
Detailed Comparison
| E8 Markets | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Capital | $5,000 – $500,000 | $2,500 – $200 000 |
| Max Capital | $1,000,000 | $4 000 000 |
| Profit Split | 80% – 100% | 50% – 100% |
| Evaluation Fee | $40 – $1627 | $39 – $689Winner |
| Payout Frequency | on-demand (from day 8) | monthly (challenges), bi-weekly (Instant) |
| Payout Speed | 1-2 business days | 24 hours |
| Commission | $4/lot (Forex) | $5/lot (Forex) |
| Established | 2021 | 2018 |
| Country | United States | United Arab Emirates |
Challenge Rules
| E8 Markets | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Loss Limit | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 1 Profit Target | 6%Winner | 10% |
| Phase 1 Max Drawdown | 10% | 10% |
| Phase 1 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Phase 2 Profit Target | 5% | 5% |
| Phase 2 Max Drawdown | 10% | 10% |
| Phase 2 Time Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Min Trading Days | 4 | 4 |
Pricing & Account Options
E8 Markets
$50,000
E8 Signature
$178
$100,000
E8 Signature
$260
Popular$150,000
E8 Signature
$350
$400,000
E8 One
$888
City Traders Imperium
$5,000
1-Step Challenge
$29
$5,000
2-Step Classic
$39
$10,000
2-Step Classic
$79
$50,000
2-Step Classic
$299
Popular$100,000
2-Step Classic
$499
$2,500
Instant Funding
$69
Ratings & Trust
| E8 Markets | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| DynamiqScore | 4.4 / 5.0 | 4.4 / 5.0Winner |
| Expert Score | 4.4 (1 reviews) | 4.5 (1 reviews)Winner |
| User Score | 4.3 (2 reviews) | 4.3 (2 reviews)Winner |
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.4 / 5.0Winner | 4.3 / 5.0 |
Features & Platforms
| E8 Markets | City Traders Imperium | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 5, cTrader, Match-Trader, TradeLocker | MetaTrader 5, Match-Trader |
| Instruments | Forex, Futures, Crypto | Forex, Commodities, Indices, Crypto |
| Scaling Available | Yes | Yes |
| Max Scaling Amount | $1 000 000 | $4 000 000 |
E8 Markets — Unique Features
- $71 million+ paid since 2021
- NEW E8 Pro: daily payouts
- E8 One: customizable splits (80/90/100%)
- Forex, Futures & Crypto markets
- 4 platforms: MT5, cTrader, Match-Trader, TradeLocker
- On-demand payouts from day 8
- Entry from $40
- Up to $1M via scaling
Key Selling Points
- $71 million+ paid across 18,900+ withdrawals since 2021
- NEW E8 Pro: daily payouts with static drawdown
- E8 One: customizable profit split (80%, 90%, or 100%)
- Forex, Futures & Crypto markets
- 4 platforms: MT5, cTrader, Match-Trader, TradeLocker
- On-demand payouts from day 8
- Entry from just $40 (E8 One $5K)
- Up to $1M in simulated capital via scaling
- Average trader payout: $3,699
City Traders Imperium — Unique Features
- Balance-based drawdown - never trails equity
- Established since 2018
- Scale up to $4 million
- Challenges from $39
- VIP: Bronze 90%/weekly, Silver 100%/on-demand, Gold salary
- NEW: 3-Step Challenge
- 1-Step: NO daily loss limit
- No news restrictions
- Free CTI Academy access
Key Selling Points
- Balance-based drawdown - never trails your equity
- Established since 2018 (8 years)
- Scale up to $4 million
- Challenges from just $39
- VIP Tiers: Bronze (90%/weekly), Silver (100%/on-demand), Gold (salary)
- NEW: 3-Step Challenge option
- 1-Step Challenge: NO daily loss limit
- No news restrictions, no time limits
- Free CTI Academy access
- 4.3/5 Trustpilot from 2,000+ reviews
Our Verdict
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It's a tie!
Both firms offer competitive features. Your choice depends on your specific trading style and preferences.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which firm has better profit split?
E8 Markets (100% vs 100%)
Which firm has lower evaluation fees?
City Traders Imperium ($39 vs $40)
Which firm has more lenient trading rules?
E8 Markets
Can I have accounts at both firms?
Yes, most traders hold accounts at multiple prop firms simultaneously to diversify and take advantage of each firm's unique benefits.
