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FTMO vs Apex Trader Funding

FTMO vs Apex Trader Funding: which rules fit your trading?

FTMO leads on current TSB Fit.

Compare the exact program rows that shape risk, payout timing, and the chance of surviving the account.

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TSB Fit88 FTMO
TSB Fit80 Apex Trader Funding
Selected program rule pressure comparison
RuleWhat it means and why it matters FTMOFTMO Challenge: 1-Step · Multiple sizes Apex Trader FundingEnd-of-Day Trailing Drawdown Evaluation · Multiple sizes EdgeWhich firm has the advantage
Profit targetWhat you need to earn 10% See programme rules Compare rules
Daily lossIntraday loss pressure 3% No mapped daily limit Compare rules
DrawdownHow the breach is measured 10% See programme rules Compare rules
Minimum daysRequired trading pace None 1 day FTMO
Profit splitHow profits are shared Up to 90% Up to 100% Apex Trader Funding
Payout pathWhen you can get paid First request from day 14 Programme-specific Compare terms
Max scalePublished ceiling $2M $300K FTMO

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Who should pick each firm

FTMO

A strong fit if you want
The decision

Apex Trader Funding

A strong fit if you want
FTMO

Rule fit

Published target: 10%.

Target Which profit target fits your style?
Apex Trader Funding

Rule fit

Published target: See programme rules.

FTMO

Loss model

3% daily / 10% max.

Risk Which drawdown model do you prefer?
Apex Trader Funding

EOD drawdown

Published model: See programme rules.

FTMO

Payout path

First request from day 14.

Setup Which operating path fits your workflow?
Apex Trader Funding

Platform fit

Works with Rithmic, Tradovate, NinjaTrader.

Our verdict

Different strengths for different traders. Match the rule model to your trading, then verify every factor.

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Decision guide

Which challenge fits your trading?

  1. 01

    Rules first

    Check profit target, drawdown type, and key rule differences.

  2. 02

    Fit second

    Match the platform, market, and payout path to your trading.

  3. 03

    Checkout last

    Verify live price, availability, KYC, and payout terms.

All decision factors

Side-by-side comparison

Use this as a structured shortlist, not as final financial advice. Check live checkout price, KYC availability, rules, and payout terms before buying an evaluation.

Firm comparison by decision factor
Selected firms FTMOTwo-step evaluation Apex Trader FundingOne-step futures evaluation
TSB Fit Score 88/100 Core recommendation candidate 80/100 Strong comparison candidate
Markets Forex, Indices, Metals, Crypto Futures
Platforms MT4, MT5, cTrader, TradingView Rithmic, Tradovate, NinjaTrader
Evaluation model Two-step evaluation One-step futures evaluation
Primary account size Multiple sizes Multiple sizes
Primary fee Choose an exact reviewed configuration Choose an exact reviewed configuration
Profit target 10% See programme rules
Daily loss 3% No mapped daily limit
Max loss / drawdown 10% See programme rules
Payout terms Up to 90% / First request from day 14 Up to 100% / Programme-specific
Max scale $2M $300K
External trust signal 4.8 / 51K+ reviews 4.2 / 20K+ reviews
Mapped plans

Program rows and payout detail

These are the connected program rows TSB is using for this comparison. A firm can have multiple plans, so treat this as the mapped decision row and verify the official checkout before paying.

Mapped challenge programs, rule structure, loss limits, price, and payout details
Firm & program Structure Loss limits Price & payout
FTMO 2 mapped programs
Program FTMO Challenge: 1-Step Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes Steps1 step Target10% Daily loss3% Max loss10% PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitUp to 90% Payout pathFirst request from day 14
Decision note

Primary pressure: 3% daily loss, 10% maximum loss. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Program FTMO Challenge: 2-Step Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes Steps2 steps Target10% / 5% Daily loss5% Max loss10% PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitSee payout rules Payout pathFirst request from day 14
Decision note

Primary pressure: 5% daily loss, 10% maximum loss. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Apex Trader Funding 2 mapped programs
Program End-of-Day Trailing Drawdown Evaluation Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes StepsRule-defined TargetSee programme rules Daily lossNo mapped daily limit Max lossSee programme rules PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitUp to 100% Payout pathProgramme-specific
Decision note

Primary pressure: end of day trailing calculated at market close and enforced intraday next session drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Program Intraday Trailing Drawdown Evaluation Connected research row AccountMultiple sizes StepsRule-defined TargetSee programme rules Daily lossNo mapped daily limit Max lossSee programme rules PriceChoose an exact reviewed configuration Profit splitUp to 100% Payout pathProgramme-specific
Decision note

Primary pressure: real time intraday trailing drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.
Evidence

Source and rule coverage

See what is officially mapped, where outside reputation data comes from, and which rule details still need a live check.

Evidence coverage and official source links for the two firms
Firm Program evidence External trust Rule checks Action
FTMOTwo-step evaluation Official source mapped Official source dossier reviewed 2026-09-11

Primary pressure: 3% daily loss, 10% maximum loss. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.

 4.8 / 51K+ reviews Trustpilot snapshot
  • Still check checkout, KYC, country availability, payout rules, platform fees, and refund terms before paying.
 Official source
Apex Trader FundingOne-step futures evaluation Official source mapped Official source dossier reviewed 2026-09-11

Primary pressure: end of day trailing calculated at market close and enforced intraday next session drawdown. Verify the exact configuration before checkout.

 4.2 / 20K+ reviews Trustpilot snapshot
  • Drawdown model: See programme rules. Size positions from usable buffer, not headline allocation.
  • Daily loss: No mapped daily limit. Check whether equity, balance, or end-of-day logic is used.
 Official source
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Quick answers

FTMO vs Apex Trader Funding FAQ

  • 01

    Which side should I trust more?

    Use the side with stronger source coverage and rules that match your market. TSB Fit Score is a shortlist signal, not a guarantee.

  • 02

    Can a promo code change the decision?

    It can change checkout price, but it should not override drawdown pressure, payout terms, country availability, or platform fit.

  • 03

    What do the edge labels mean?

    Tie means the shown values match. Compare rules or terms means the details are not safely interchangeable. Verify data appears only when a selected value is missing. A named edge compares the displayed value, not qualifying-day definitions or payout eligibility.