When traders first hear about Apex Trader Funding, one of the most popular futures prop firms in the world, the first thing they do is start Googling questions.
“How do payouts work?”
“Is Apex legit?”
“Can I really pass in one day?”
Instead of bouncing between Reddit threads and Trustpilot reviews, we’ve pulled together the top 11 questions traders ask about Apex and answered them clearly.
👉 For a full breakdown of every Apex rule, payout detail, and discount, check out our complete Apex Trader Funding FAQ.
1. Is Apex Trader Funding legit?
Yes. Apex has over 15,000 reviews on Trustpilot (4.5/5 rating), has paid traders more than $500 million, and even issued the largest prop firm payout in history: $2.5 million to JadeCap.
2. How does the Apex evaluation work?
Apex uses a one-step evaluation. Traders must:
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Hit the profit target (varies by account size).
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Trade at least 7 days (or fewer during special promotions).
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Follow trailing drawdown and consistency rules.
Once you pass, you move straight into a funded PA account.
3. What are Apex’s payout rules?
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Trade 8 days minimum.
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At least 5 profitable days ($50+ each).
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First 3 payouts require balance ≥ trailing drawdown + $100, and you can withdraw $500 into the buffer. For example, on the $50,000 account with a $2,500 drawdown, you need $2,600 profit to be able to withdraw $500.
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First 5 payouts are capped, then unlimited withdrawals.
👉 See the 4 most important rules to follow for an Apex Payout.
4. How many accounts can I trade?
Apex allows up to 20 funded accounts simultaneously, making it one of the best firms for traders who want to scale aggressively.
5. What is the profit split?
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First $25,000 per account is 100% yours.
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After that, most traders get a 90/10 split.
6. What platforms are supported?
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Tradovate → browser, mobile, and TradingView integration.
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Rithmic → NinjaTrader + pro platforms like SierraChart.
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WealthCharts → cloud-based with AI scanners, DOM, and backtesting.
7. What are the costs and fees?
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Evaluations start at $137/month (or $33.40 with 80% OFF).
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PA activation is $85–$105/month or a one-time fee of $145 for lifetime activation.
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Commissions range $3.10–$3.98 RT per E-mini.
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Level 1 data is included; Level 2 costs extra.
8. Can I news trade or scalp?
Yes. Apex permits news trading, scalping, and even flipping trades as long as you follow consistency and risk rules.
9. What markets can I trade?
Apex only allows futures contracts (CME, COMEX, NYMEX, CBOT).
CFDs, stocks, and spot forex are not supported.
10. What discounts are available?
Apex frequently offers 80–90% OFF evaluation accounts. Using code DGT guarantees the maximum discount available at checkout.
11. Bonus: Can I pass the Apex evaluation in one day?
Yes. Apex is one of the only prop firms where you can pass in a single trading day. During special promotions, traders can meet the profit target and trading requirements in just 1 day instead of the usual 7.
👉 This makes Apex one of the fastest routes to funding in the futures industry, giving traders an immediate edge.
Final Thoughts
Apex Trader Funding is one of the most popular futures prop firms for a reason: huge account flexibility, 20-account scaling, and some of the most trader-friendly payout structures in the industry.
If you’re considering joining Apex, make sure you fully understand the rules and requirements. The best way to do that? Check out our full Apex Trader Funding FAQ, where we cover every rule, payout detail, and trader tip in one place.
