Head-to-head comparison
FundedNext Futures vs Apex Trader Funding
Apex is the volume-and-promo play; FundedNext Futures is the rule-clarity play, fewer surprises, fewer promo spikes.
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Current offers
FundedNext Futures
10% off with PIPUp to 10% off with code PIP
Use code PIP for up to 10% off eligible evaluations. Applies to 4 eligible products.
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Apex Trader Funding
80% off with PIPUp to 80% off with code PIP
Use code PIP for up to 80% off eligible evaluations. Applies to 7 eligible products.
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Quick verdict
Apex is the volume-and-promo play; FundedNext Futures is the rule-clarity play, fewer surprises, fewer promo spikes.
Pick FundedNext Futures if
Pick FundedNext Futures if you want fewer rule surprises and stable pricing.
Read the FundedNext Futures reviewPick Apex if
Pick Apex if you chase promos, trade many accounts, and are comfortable with the trailing drawdown.
Read the Apex reviewPrice & PIP discount comparison
Apex hits bigger PIP percentages in promo windows. FundedNext's PIP value is more stable but lower in absolute terms during Apex's peak promos.
| Metric | FundedNext Futures | Apex |
|---|---|---|
| Cheapest evaluation | $25K Evaluation, $125 | $25K Evaluation, $147 |
| With PIP (cheapest) | $113 (save $13) | $29 (save $118) |
| Accounts offered | 4 sizes | 7 sizes |
| Reset fee | $50 | $80 |
| Activation fee | - | $130 |
| Current PIP offer | 10% off FundedNext Futures evaluation accounts with code PIP | 80% off all Apex evaluation accounts with code PIP |
Rule comparison
Apex's trailing drawdown and 30% consistency rule are tight at payout. FundedNext Futures leans on clearer day-to-day rules, though specific products vary.
| Drawdown type | FundedNext Futures: End-of-dayApex: Trailing |
|---|---|
| Consistency rule | FundedNext Futures: 40% capApex: 30% cap |
| News trading | FundedNext Futures: RestrictedApex: Restricted |
| Copy trading | FundedNext Futures: RestrictedApex: Allowed |
| Overnight holds | FundedNext Futures: Not allowedApex: Not allowed |
| Min trading days | FundedNext Futures: 5Apex: 7 |
| Profit split | FundedNext Futures: 90/10Apex: 90/10 |
| Min payout | FundedNext Futures: $500Apex: $500 |
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