Apex Trader Funding Pricing Guide

Apex Trader Funding evaluation accounts are priced as monthly subscriptions ranging from $137 to $677 on the Rithmic platform¹. Tradovate platform pricing is approximately $20-$30 less per tier¹. Promotional discounts of 70-90% off are frequent, regularly bringing costs well below list price⁷. After passing, a one-time activation fee is charged to open the funded Performance Account².

This guide breaks down every cost associated with Apex Trader Funding, from evaluation pricing through payout structure, so you can calculate your true investment before starting.

Evaluation Pricing (Rithmic Platform)

Apex offers seven standard account sizes plus a 100K Static option¹:

• $25,000 Account: $167/month — $1,500 profit target, $1,500 trailing threshold¹
• $50,000 Account: $207/month — $3,000 profit target, $2,500 trailing threshold¹
• $75,000 Account: $257/month — $4,000 profit target, $2,750 trailing threshold¹
• $100,000 Account: $307/month — $6,000 profit target, $3,000 trailing threshold¹
• $150,000 Account: $407/month — $8,000 profit target, $3,000 trailing threshold¹
• $250,000 Account: $577/month — $12,500 profit target, $3,500 trailing threshold¹
• $300,000 Account: $677/month — $15,000 profit target, $4,500 trailing threshold¹
• $100,000 Static: $137/month — $2,000 profit target, $625 fixed (non-trailing) drawdown, limited to 2 mini contracts¹

Tradovate platform pricing is approximately $20-$30 lower per tier¹. The subscription continues until you pass, cancel, or reset. There is no time limit on the evaluation¹.

What Each Plan Includes

Every evaluation account includes¹:

• Access to all CME futures markets (indices, commodities, currencies, rates, crypto)¹
• Real-time market data feed included¹
• Choice of Tradovate or Rithmic execution¹
• Platform access (NinjaTrader, TradingView, Sierra Chart, WealthCharts)¹
• EOD trailing drawdown during evaluation¹
• No time limit to pass¹
• Ability to hold up to 20 accounts simultaneously¹

Activation Fee

After passing the evaluation, Apex charges a one-time activation fee to open your Performance Account². The funded account does not have a recurring monthly evaluation fee. The activation fee covers the setup of your funded account, data feed, and platform access.

Profit Split and Payouts

Apex offers a competitive profit retention structure³:

• First $25,000 in payouts per account: 100% to the trader³
• Beyond $25,000: 90% to the trader, 10% to Apex³

The first 5 payouts are capped per account size³. After the 5th payout, there is no maximum and traders can withdraw their full available profit³. Minimum payout request is $500³. Payout requests require at least 8 trading days since the last request³, with at least 5 profitable days at $50+ each².

Processing takes 3-7 business days⁵.

Fee Comparison with Competitors

Comparing $50K account pricing:

Apex Trader Funding $50K: $207/month (Rithmic) or ~$177/month (Tradovate), one-time activation fee after passing, 100% of first $25K then 90/10 split¹³

Topstep $50K: $49/month + $149 activation fee (Standard path), 90% profit split⁶

Apex's list pricing is higher than some competitors, but promotional discounts of 70-90% off are common⁷. During sales, evaluation costs can drop well below standard pricing. The 100% profit retention on the first $25,000 per account helps offset higher upfront costs for successful traders³.

Costs to Consider

• Monthly subscription auto-renewal: Your evaluation fee renews monthly until you pass, cancel, or reset¹
• Multiple account costs: Running multiple accounts at $137-$677 each adds up. Start with 1-3 accounts and scale after proving your strategy
• Exchange fees: CME exchange fees apply to all trades. These are standard industry costs
• First 5 payout caps: Payouts are capped for the first 5 requests per account³
• 30% consistency rule: No single day can exceed 30% of total profits at payout time²
• Contract limits: Funded accounts start at half the maximum contract allocation⁴

Value Analysis

The cost-to-reward ratio at Apex is favorable, especially during promotions:

• During promotional sales: Evaluation costs drop significantly, making the total cost to reach a funded account much lower⁷
• 100K Static at $137/month: The lowest-cost evaluation option with a $2,000 profit target, but limited to 2 contracts and a tight $625 fixed drawdown¹
• Profit potential: $25,000 in full-retention profits per account across up to 20 accounts³¹

Current Promotions

Apex Trader Funding runs frequent promotional sales⁷. Discounts of 70-90% off evaluation fees are common and often coincide with holidays and seasonal events. Check the Apex Trader Funding website and social media channels for current offers before paying full price.

Conclusion

Apex Trader Funding evaluation pricing ranges from $137 to $677 per month at list price, with frequent promotional discounts significantly reducing costs¹⁷. The 100% profit retention on the first $25,000 per account is among the most generous in the industry³, and the ability to hold up to 20 accounts creates substantial scaling potential¹.

Verify current pricing and promotional offers directly on the Apex Trader Funding website, as fees and discounts change frequently.

References

¹ Apex Trader Funding - Evaluation Rules
² Apex Trader Funding - PA Compliance
³ Apex Trader Funding - PA Payout Parameters
⁴ Apex Trader Funding - Contract Scaling Rule
⁵ Apex Trader Funding - Dashboard
⁶ Topstep Help Center - Pricing
⁷ PickMyTrade - Apex Trader Funding Review 2026