Head to head
Bulenox vs E8 Markets
Bulenox grades higher overall, 6.8 to 5.3. Across 21 measurable rows, Bulenox comes out ahead on 6 and E8 Markets on 10.
Cheap futures evaluations with real payouts, but an unpublished flipping rule decides who gets paid
Cheap, flexible evaluations undercut by a hidden TrustScore and a discretionary risk cap
Key differences
In short
- Bulenox has the stronger payout record (7.7 vs 3.9).
- Bulenox carries more hidden-rule risk (4.4 vs 3.9), led by: unpublished 'flipping' rule used to refuse payouts.
- E8 Markets allows more capital ($1,750,000 vs $750,000).
- Only Bulenox sells instant programs.
- Rithmic, Quantower are only available at Bulenox.
- MT5, TradeLocker, cTrader, Match-Trader, Tradovate are only available at E8 Markets.
Bulenox vs E8 Markets, side by side
The better value in each row is marked
| Criterion | ||
|---|---|---|
| Grade | ||
| Overall score | B6.8 | D5.3 |
| Payouts | 7.7 | 3.9 |
| Transparency | 4.8 | 5.3 |
| Rules & trading conditions | 6.5 | 7.4 |
| Reputation | 7.4 | 3.6 |
| Platforms & execution | 7.0 | 7.1 |
| Support | 7.2 | 6.0 |
| Evidence | ||
| Trustpilot | 4.7 (1.8K) | ≈4.1(estimate; Trustpilot hides this firm's score) (3.3K) |
| Pass rate | 10%Estimate | 17.7%Reported |
| Hidden risk | 4.4 HighHidden risk 4.4 out of 10, High | 3.9 ModerateHidden risk 3.9 out of 10, Moderate |
| Negative recent reviews | 7.5% | 35% |
| Offer | ||
| $100K challenge | — | $280 |
| Cheapest account | $94 | $32 |
| Max allocation | $750K | $1.8M |
| Max profit split | 100% | 100% |
| Payouts | Master: weekly, every Wednesday… | On demand for E8 One and E8 Signature once the p… |
| Programs | 1-step, instant | 1-step |
| Current offer | DEAL· BULENOX | 25% OFF· E8PATH |
| Company | ||
| Headquarters | Wilmington, Delaware, United States | Dallas, United States |
| Years in business | 5 | 5 |
| Trading | ||
| Platforms | Rithmic, NinjaTrader, Quantower | MT5, TradeLocker, cTrader, Match-Trader, NinjaTrader, Tradovate |
| Assets | Futures, Indices, Commodities, Energies, Metals, Crypto, Forex | Forex, Indices, Metals, Energies, Crypto, Futures |
| EAs | Restricted | Allowed |
| News trading | Allowed | Restricted |
| Weekend holding | Not allowed | Restricted |
| Copy trading | Restricted | Allowed |
| Hedging | Restricted | Restricted |
Wilmington, Delaware, United StatesWhich should you choose?
By trading style
| You are… | Pick | |
|---|---|---|
| Beginners | Either | Bulenox: Discounted evaluations are cheap to retry, but Rithmic setup, the activation fee and the 10-day payout rules are a lot to learn. |
| Experienced traders | E8 Markets | Three drawdown styles, pricing below the usual $400-600 band for $100K, and an explicit 17.7% pass-rate disclosure suit traders who already manage risk tightly and can work inside E8's written limits. |
| Swing traders | E8 Markets | Overnight and weekend holding work on E8 One and E8 Pro, but E8 Signature force-closes every position at 23:00 server time and reopens at 00:15, ruling it out for anyone holding trades through the close. |
| Scalpers | Bulenox | No minimum hold time, news is open and micro contracts cost $0.61 per side, though trailing drawdowns punish give-backs. |
| EA & algo traders | Either | Bulenox: Personal bots and copiers are allowed, but third-party API access costs $100 a month and high-frequency algos are barred. |
| News traders | Bulenox | CPI, FOMC and NFP are open on every program with no blackout window. |
Verdicts
Bulenox verdict
Cheap futures evaluations with real payouts, but an unpublished flipping rule decides who gets paid
Best for: Intraday futures traders who trade meaningful size every day, want very cheap evaluations and can live with weekly payouts and several consistency checks.
Avoid if: You need overnight holds, trade on a Mac or TradingView, or want every payout condition published before you buy.
E8 Markets verdict
Cheap, flexible evaluations undercut by a hidden TrustScore and a discretionary risk cap
Best for: Price-sensitive traders who want a choice of drawdown style (dynamic, static or EOD) and are comfortable trading strictly within E8's written limits.
Avoid if: You rely on cross-account hedging or a shared/public EA, trade big size on single ideas, or need a firm with a visible, uninterrupted Trustpilot score.
Bulenox vs E8 Markets FAQ
Questions traders ask
Is Bulenox better than E8 Markets?
On our grading Bulenox scores higher overall (6.8 vs 5.3, grade B vs D). E8 Markets still comes out ahead on rules, conditions, platforms. The better choice depends on your style: compare the rules rows above before buying.
Which is cheaper, Bulenox or E8 Markets?
The cheapest accounts start at $94 at Bulenox and $32 at E8 Markets. Prices depend on program and size, so compare the challenges tables.
Which pays out more reliably, Bulenox or E8 Markets?
Bulenox has the stronger payout score (Bulenox 7.7 vs E8 Markets 3.9). Bulenox pays master: weekly, every wednesday. fast track and momentum: same day for weekday requests before 12:01 pm ct; E8 Markets pays on demand for e8 one and e8 signature once the profitable-days requirement is met; daily for e8 pro once eligible.
Which has fewer hidden rules, Bulenox or E8 Markets?
E8 Markets has the lower Hidden Risk score (Bulenox 4.4, high; E8 Markets 3.9, moderate). Each review lists the specific rules behind the score.
Is it easier to pass Bulenox or E8 Markets?
Bulenox: 10% (estimate). E8 Markets: 17.7% (reported). Estimates are a guide to difficulty only; drawdown type and daily loss rules matter as much as the target.
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