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Apex vs TopStep.

Side-by-side comparison of Apex Trader Funding and TopStep. Account sizes, drawdown rules, payouts, and which fits which style.

Apex TopStep
Market US futures US futures
Min size $25,000 $50,000
Max size $300,000 $150,000
Typical eval cost $147 $165
Profit target 6% 6%
Max drawdown 4% 4%
Payouts On-demand after 8 winning days Weekly after 5 winning days
News trading Yes Yes
Apex fits if…

Traders who want fast scaling, multiple accounts, no time pressure

Open Apex →
TopStep fits if…

Disciplined futures day traders who want a reputable name

Open TopStep →

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