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E8 Markets vs Phidias
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
$199+
Payout Frequency
on-demand
Payout Speed
1-2 business days
Phidias
Established 2023·France
DynamiqScore4.5/5.0
Profit Split
80–80%
Evaluation Fee
$120+
Payout Frequency
every 10 trading days (CASH), daily (LIVE)
Payout Speed
Within 24 hours
Detailed Comparison
| E8 Markets | Phidias | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Capital | $5,000 – $500,000 | $25,000 – $150,000 |
| Max Capital | $1,000,000 | $150,000 |
| Profit Split | 80% – 100%Winner | 80% – 80% |
| Evaluation Fee | $199 – $999 | $120 – $720Winner |
| Payout Frequency | on-demand | every 10 trading days (CASH), daily (LIVE) |
| Payout Speed | 1-2 business days | Within 24 hours |
| Commission | $4/lot (Forex) | $5/lot (Forex) |
| Established | 2021 | 2023 |
| Country | United States | France |
Challenge Rules
| E8 Markets | Phidias | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3Winner |
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
Phidias
$50,000
Fundamental OTP
$116
$100,000
Fundamental OTP
$145
Popular$150,000
Fundamental OTP
$173
$50,000
Fundamental Monthly
$580
$100,000
Fundamental Monthly
$723
$150,000
Fundamental Monthly
$863
Ratings & Trust
| E8 Markets | Phidias | |
|---|---|---|
| DynamiqScore | 4.4 / 5.0 | 4.5 / 5.0Winner |
| Expert Score | 4.4 (1 reviews) | 4.6 (1 reviews)Winner |
| User Score | 4.3 (2 reviews) | 4.3 (2 reviews) |
| Trustpilot Rating | 4.3 / 5.0Winner | 3.9 / 5.0 |
Features & Platforms
| E8 Markets | Phidias | |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Platforms | MetaTrader 5 | Rtrader Pro, dxFeed, Rithmic |
| Instruments | Forex, Futures, Crypto | Stock Index Futures, Interest Rate Futures, Currency Futures, Crypto Futures, Agriculture Futures, Energy Futures, Metals Futures |
| Scaling Available | Yes | Yes |
| Max Scaling Amount | $1 000 000 | 15 accounts |
E8 Markets — Unique Features
- $68 million+ paid since 2021
- Forex, Futures & Crypto markets
- Qualify in as little as 3 days
- E8 One: Customizable splits (80/90/100%)
- Up to $1M in simulated capital
- 1-on-1 mentorship
- Money-back guarantee
Key Selling Points
- $68 million+ paid in cash incentives since 2021
- Forex, Futures & Crypto markets
- Qualify for payouts in as little as 3 days
- E8 One: Customizable profit split (80%, 90%, or 100%)
- E8 Signature: Pass in as little as 1 day
- Up to $1M in simulated capital
- 1-on-1 mentorship available
- Money-back guarantee
- Average trader payout: $3,699
Phidias — Unique Features
- Access to LIVE real trading account
- Futures trading on CME Group markets
- Funded in as little as 3 days
- Up to 15 funded accounts simultaneously
- Daily payouts on LIVE accounts
- Swing trading with overnight/overweek holding
- 24/7 Support in English, French, Spanish
- No daily loss limit on Fundamental/Swing
- News trading allowed on all accounts
- One-Time Payment (OTP) model - lifetime account
Key Selling Points
- Access to LIVE real trading account (not just simulated)
- Futures trading on CME Group markets
- Funded in as little as 3 days
- Up to 15 funded accounts simultaneously
- Daily payouts on LIVE accounts
- Swing trading with overnight/overweek holding
- 24/7 Support in English, French, Spanish
- No daily loss limit on Fundamental/Swing
- News trading allowed on all accounts
- One-Time Payment (OTP) model - lifetime account
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 80%)
Which firm has lower evaluation fees?
Phidias ($120 vs $199)
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.
