Apex Trader Funding
Futures
90% OFF
lifetime
FuturesLifetimeTrailing DD
100% split
$19.90 entry
4.4 ★
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Coupon: MARKET
Prop Firm Comparison 2026
Apex Trader FundingvsCity Traders Imperium
Side-by-side analysis of the two Prop Firms. Entry account starting from $1.00.
VS
City Traders Imperium
Forex
30% OFF
1st purchase
Forex5 Programs100% Split
100% split
$1.00 entry
4.3 ★
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Coupon: APR30
★★★★☆
4.4
★★★★☆
4.3
Side-by-Side
Apex vs CTI — Comparison
Each category shows the winner between the two firms.
DiscountHow much OFF the original price
90% lifetime
✓ Wins
vs
30% 1st purchase
Cheapest AccountFinal price w/ coupon (cheapest entry)
$19.90
vs
$1.00
✓ Wins
Profit SplitHow much of the profit goes to the trader
100%
vs
100%
DrawdownType of loss limit
Trailing/EOD
vs
Static/EOD
DD Limit
-5% trail
vs
-4% / -8%
Profit Target
8%
vs
6% a 10%
Min. Days
1
vs
3
News Trading
✓ Allowed
vs
✓ Allowed
Day-1 Payout
✓ Yes
✓ Wins
vs
✗ No
Scaling
Yes
vs
Yes
Platforms
Rithmic, Tradovate, NinjaTrader...
vs
Match-Trader
TrustpilotReal reputation
4.4 (18,382)
✓ Wins
vs
4.3 (1,682)
Who should choose
Which firm is best for whom
Choose Apex Trader Funding if you...
- need Day-1 Payout
- prioritize a higher discount (90% OFF)
- value Trustpilot reputation (4.4 ★)
Choose City Traders Imperium if you...
- want to start with low capital (from $1.00)
Frequently Asked Questions
Apex vs CTI — FAQ
Which is better: Apex Trader Funding or City Traders Imperium?
It depends on your trading style. Apex Trader Funding offers 90% off lifetime and Trailing/EOD drawdown. City Traders Imperium offers 30% off first purchase and Static/EOD drawdown. Cheapest account: City Traders Imperium (starting from $1.00).
How much does an Apex vs CTI account cost?
Apex Trader Funding starts at $19.90 with coupon MARKET. City Traders Imperium starts at $1.00 with coupon APR30.
Do Apex or CTI allow news trading?
Apex Trader Funding ALLOWS trading during economic news. City Traders Imperium ALLOWS it.
How long until payout with Apex and CTI?
Apex Trader Funding offers Day-1 payout. City Traders Imperium does not have Day-1 payout.
Can I have accounts with both firms simultaneously?
Yes, it is allowed to have accounts with different Prop Firms simultaneously (multi-prop). Some firms restrict multiple accounts WITHIN the same firm — confirm each firm's rules before purchasing.
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