QUICK OVERVIEW
| Feature | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Structured, disciplined traders | Flexible, fast-paced traders |
| Difficulty | Moderate | Easier |
| Speed to Funded | Slower (min 10 days) | Faster (can be 1 day) |
| Overall Winner | 🥈 Traditional Approach | 🥇 Modern Flexibility |
1. PROGRAM STRUCTURE COMPARISON
| Parameter | The Trading Pit Prime Two-phase | E8 Markets E8 Classic |
|---|---|---|
| Program Name | Prime Two-phase Evaluation | E8 Classic |
| Account Range | $5,000 – $100,000 | $5,000 – $100,000 |
| Leverage | 1:50 | 1:50 |
| Trading Period | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Key Insight: Both offer identical account size ranges and leverage, but E8 provides more flexibility in rules.
2. EVALUATION PHASE BREAKDOWN
Phase 1 Requirements:
| Requirement | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Profit Target | 8% | 8% |
| Daily Loss | 5% | 4% |
| Maximum Loss | 10% | 8% |
| Minimum Days | 5 trading days | No minimum days |
| Time Limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Phase 2 Requirements:
| Requirement | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Profit Target | 5% | 4% |
| Daily Loss | 5% | 4% |
| Maximum Loss | 10% | 8% |
| Minimum Days | 5 trading days | No minimum days |
| Time Limit | Unlimited | Unlimited |
Advantage: E8 Markets wins with lower profit targets, tighter risk management, and no minimum trading days.
3. RISK MANAGEMENT COMPARISON
| Risk Parameter | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Daily Loss Limit | 5% | 4% |
| Maximum Loss Limit | 10% | 8% (scalable to 14%) |
| Drawdown Type | Balance-based | Equity-based |
| News Trading | ❌ Prohibited | ✅ Allowed during evaluation |
| Weekend Holding | ✅ Allowed | ✅ Allowed |
Risk Analysis: E8 Markets offers better risk parameters but The Trading Pit has the advantage of balance-based drawdown.
4. FUNDED ACCOUNT CONDITIONS
| Feature | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| First Payout | 14 calendar days | 8 calendar days |
| Payout Frequency | Bi-weekly | Bi-weekly |
| Profit Split | 80% | 80% |
| Minimum Withdrawal | $100 | None |
| Scaling Plan | ✅ Up to $5M | ✅ After each payout |
Payout Advantage: E8 Markets significantly faster – almost half the waiting time for first payout.
5. COST COMPARISON
Evaluation Fees:
| Account Size | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| $5,000 | €49 ($52) | $59 |
| $10,000 | €99 ($106) | $110 |
| $25,000 | €199 ($213) | $228 |
| $50,000 | €349 ($373) | $338 |
| $100,000 | €569 ($609) | $588 |
Cost Analysis: Mixed results – The Trading Pit is cheaper for smaller accounts, E8 Markets better for larger accounts.
6. TRADING INSTRUMENTS
| Instrument | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Forex Pairs | ✅ 70+ pairs | ✅ 50+ pairs |
| Commodities | ✅ Gold, Oil, Metals | ✅ Gold, Oil, Gas |
| Indices | ✅ 15+ global indices | ✅ Major indices |
| Stocks | ✅ Available | ❌ Not offered |
| Cryptocurrencies | ✅ 10+ cryptos | ✅ Major cryptos |
Instrument Advantage: The Trading Pit wins with stock trading availability.
7. RULES FLEXIBILITY
| Rule Aspect | The Trading Pit | E8 Markets |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Days | ❌ Strict 5 days per phase | ✅ No minimum |
| News Trading | ❌ Completely prohibited | ✅ Allowed in evaluation |
| Customization | ❌ Fixed rules | ✅ Customizable parameters |
| Strategy Freedom | Limited | High flexibility |
Flexibility Winner: E8 Markets dominates with much more trader-friendly rules.
8. REALISM ASSESSMENT
Probability of Passing:
- The Trading Pit: Moderate (strict rules but reasonable targets)
- E8 Markets: Higher (easier targets + more flexibility)
Time to Complete:
- The Trading Pit: Minimum 10 trading days
- E8 Markets: Can be completed in 1-2 days
Risk of Rule Violation:
- The Trading Pit: Higher (strict minimum days + no news trading)
- E8 Markets: Lower (more forgiving rules)
9. RECOMMENDATIONS
Choose The Trading Pit Two-phase if:
- You want to trade stocks as part of your strategy
- You prefer balance-based drawdown
- You don’t mind the 5-day minimum requirement
- You value structured, disciplined trading approach
- You’re planning long-term scaling to $5M
Choose E8 Markets Classic if:
You want more flexibility in your trading approach
You want faster evaluation completion (no minimum days)
You need quicker payouts (8 days vs 14 days)
You trade news events
You prefer tighter risk management (4% vs 5% daily loss)
FINAL SCORING
The Trading Pit Two-phase: 7/10
- ✅ Stock trading available
- ✅ Balance-based drawdown
- ✅ Strong scaling plan
- ❌ Strict minimum days
- ❌ No news trading
- ❌ Slower payouts
E8 Markets Classic: 8.5/10
- ✅ No minimum trading days
- ✅ News trading allowed
- ✅ Faster payouts (8 days)
- ✅ Better risk parameters
- ✅ More flexibility
- ❌ No stock trading
- ❌ Equity-based drawdown
OVERALL WINNER: 🏆 E8 Markets E8 Classic
