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I wanted to share my experience with Apteros' customer support. I want to start by stating, this was not requested of me, nor will i be compensated or rewarded for this. This is done entirely on my own volition.
For funding companies and prop firms - hint, Apteros is a PROPER Prop Firm not like a generic funding firm - I almost always face issues because of my KYC and stuff, so its always a nightmare when it comes to working with firms due to factors relating to my nationality and banking. I reached out to Apteros, just like I have to reach out to every firm that I want to trade with, and I reached out with a lengthy email stating all my doubts, concerns, and possible issues that I may have, I informed them about my documents seeking to get clarity and assurances if I would be able to trade with them. Now you must understand, I have to literally email and get written assurances from every firm and company because I have faced issues so many times where it is absolutely devastating to me. Once I get written confirmation i'm usually in the clear. and for the record, I can trade with several firms and I currently do, but its only a few because of my KYC.
Usually when i reach out to firms, they either reject me or they give me a half baked confirmation response where i have to go back and forth with them in order to finally get a written confirmation. But to my surprise, with Apteros, the response, was immeasurably astonishing, I can almost never recall if Ive gotten the same support somewhere else, you wouldn't believe how amazingly thoughtful, caring and thorough the customer support team, and specifically the wonderful Juan C. has went above and beyond to address all of my doubts, fears, and concerns. For the first time, I was treated with courteousness, respect and overall concern. EVEN THOUGH I HAVENT SPENT A SINGLE DIME WITH THEM. They literally went above and beyond to look out for me, to help me, to assure me, to make sure I was set FROM THE START. I had a similar but much lesser experience with TWO other firms out of like maybe 20 other firms I reached out to. I was treated like a person who mattered, i didnt get quick lazy AI responses which clearly show my email wasnt read. Apteros Support takes #1 in my book! If they cared that much from the start, I know for a fact I will be in a wonderful firm when I join the desk! Thank you oncemore Juan C.
The 12 week AGM program with Merritt was a turning point in my trading journey. It connected everything I learned from NADRO and helped close the gaps of misunderstanding between theory and practical application.Merritt is a phenomenal coach who genuinely cares about the success of his traders. His guidance goes far beyond technical knowledge. He has an incredible ability to spot blind spots you didn’t even realize you had and help you correct them with precision and clarity, while also recognizing strengths you may not have been fully aware of. What I appreciated most is that he doesn’t just give you feedback; he teaches you how to think, evaluate, and self coach so you can keep improving long after the program ends. Because at the end of the day, no matter how new or advanced you may be, we are all students of the markets.The biggest breakthrough for me came from sharpening my Narrative reading skills. Before AGM, I was doing things that I thought were correct at the time, but through Merritt’s feedback I started to understand the deeper logic behind the framework. Now I am starting to better identify the type of regime we’re in so that I can apply the most appropriate and effective strategies for the particular environment. NADRO’s robustness really shines here. It’s a framework that evolves with the market, giving you the adaptability to adjust as conditions change. This level of clarity has completely transformed how I approach trading.AGM also helped refine and solidify areas of my understanding that I didn’t even realize were incomplete after going through the NADRO course and intensives multiple times, revealing nuances that had been holding me back without me realizing it. This mentorship program also compressed my learning curve tremendously. Without AGM, I probably would’ve kept reinforcing the wrong habits and spinning my wheels for who knows how long. Now I have a clear framework to self coach, refine my process, and focus on the things that actually move the ball forward.I can confidently say that AGM was one of the best investments I’ve made in my trading development. It’s built for traders who are serious about mastering the NADRO and/or the scalping process and ready to put in the work to close their blind spots and grow.Tips for future AGM students to accelerate development and get the most out of the program:1) Have the basics down from either the NADRO or scalping course before signing up for AGM. This ensures you can get the most out of the mentorship while respecting Merritt’s time and the time of other traders in the program.2) Create an AGM Prep Overview document before the first meeting. Include your current trading process, stage of development, what has worked and what hasn’t so far, and specific areas you’d like to focus on. I sent a short PDF like this to Merritt during the first week, and it made the coaching far more focused and streamlined.3) Review each recorded session every week. You’ll often catch new insights that you might have missed the first time.4) Keep a short weekly reflection for each AGM meeting. Write down things like “Key Insights from Merritt,” “Mindset Shift I Experienced,” “One Thing I’ll Apply This Week,” and “Question I Didn’t Get to Ask Yet.” This will help the lessons stick and make your development more intentional.
I learned of Merritt, initially through Youtube videos with SMB Capital. From there I learned of Apteros Trading (watched videos and read) and was very pleased to learn that they offer a chance to earn a seat on the junior prop desk - a real prop trading desk. I started in the late-spring and advanced through their Basic Tryout after a few attempts. The rules are very fair and well laid out and the communication, billing, etc was prompt throughout. Apteros has a very nice Trader Dashboard that provides detailed trading statistics that Merritt deems most important. The onboarding to the desk (2 interviews) were great and, so far, the intraday communications via Discord have been very helpful to me in this journey. AND, for those that earn a seat, access to both Merritt's NADRO and Scapling courses are included at no-charge. GREAT value! If you are serious about trading and professional advancement, I highly recommend Apertos Trading, be it for professional prop, training or the both+!
Lack of communication/transparency around monthly re-billing. —-The only prop tryout I am aware of that does not send an email upon the monthly re-bill cycle. I was unaware that my attempt to cancel my account did not go through until I was billed again. With a monthly price point of nearly $350, there is an incentive for Apteros to have a canned, automated response when requesting a refund but not an automated reminder upon billing.EDIT: I would like to clarify that it is the responsibility of the subscriber to cancel the subscription 24 hours prior to rebill in order to not be charged - their terms are clear. This review is to highlight an oversight in the communications process involving the customer journey with hopes that Apteros will take steps to improve their communication process in the future.
Apteros, again i apologize for the rough start following my tryout purchase. The online prop firm space is filled with scammy firms and shady practices. I trusted Apteros from the start for not being one of them. Once I received every email except for the registration one, the most important that was allowing me to get my trading credentials, i started to doubt. After 5 days trying to get the email with no success by reaching out to support, i found out that the problem was in fact my hotmail address. My bad. :( I was getting very worried that my trust was blind. I hope this won't tarnish any future relationship. We provided me the registration to another email address and was able to get into my member area. Problem solved. My rebill date got extended by 5 days for the inconvenience. It's worth mentionning that they did not have to do it, and I appreciate the gesture. Now, let's focus on trading. Warm regards to the team. Guillaume
I've had a phenomenal experience with all the Aspects of Apteros Trading.My first experience was with the NADRO course, which is an extremely in depth trading Framework. It gives you the mindset, the tools and the strategy in order to be a successful Futures trader. I must have watched the course 5x now and every time I get golden nuggets that I didn't realize was there previous times. 10/10Once you get the NADRO course, you then have access to the community. The Apteros community is a likeminded group of individuals all focused on becoming consistently profitable traders and from my experience EVERYONE is there to help. Truly a pleasure to be part of this community.Me personally, I am a recent graduate of the Advanced Group Mentorship (AGM), and I was truly blown away by the mentorship skills that Merritt has. I've made so many strides of progress throughout the group which I hope to continue in my trading career.Lastly, Apteros is a prop firm, but not like the other prop firms out there. While I'm not on the desk yet, Apteros has a vested interested in having their traders succeed rather than other prop firms out there who make their money by watching traders fail. The rules of the tryout are fair, and as close to real life circumstances as possible.I have so much respect for Apteros and all the things they are doing.
I had the pleasure of learning from MB and all of Apteros Trading courses. MB and everyone at Apteros are the best. If you want to develop your skills as a trader and are serious about that!! Apteros is the place for you. At Apteros you will learn to achieve results that you never thought were ever possible with your trading. IF you have a willingness to learn and a great work ethic you can get your EDGE in the markets with Apteros.
My Journey Before ApterosBefore joining Apteros, I went through what I now realize was a common path for many aspiring traders:Reading every recommended trading book – While some provided valuable insights into mindset, most were outdated in terms of practical trading processes.Binge-watching YouTube trading channels – An inevitable phase, but ultimately a lesson in realizing that there is no "holy grail" of trading.Completing multiple trading courses – After taking at least three, I found that most lacked the depth required for truly professional trading.Experimenting with indicators and signals – Buying/coding custom indicators for TradingView, NinjaTrader, etc., only to confirm that no single tool guarantees success.Trading various markets – Currency pairs, futures, stocks—you name it. Some success, but never enough consistency to feel fully in control.Step 1: The Apteros FoundationAfter spending one to two years on the above, I realized it had all been a stepping stone rather than an investment. That’s when I found Apteros.Apteros offers professional, structured, and effective trading strategy content delivered in a step-by-step framework. This is not a casual journey. The coursework is thorough, challenging, and demanding, designed to separate serious traders from those unwilling to put in the effort.If you blame your performance on external factors—whether it’s the market, a tool, or luck—then Apteros is not for you. Success in trading comes from taking full ownership of your decisions and process. The sooner you accept that, the quicker you will achieve consistency.There are no shortcuts here. You get what you pay for—a professional education that requires effort but delivers real results.Step 2: The Application PhaseOnce you’ve built a solid knowledge base, it’s time to apply it in live or simulated trades for 12 weeks—and this is where things get truly difficult.This is by far the hardest phase. There is no sugarcoating here—trading is a process-driven profession, and if you don’t have a process, you might as well get a regular job.As Merritt frequently reminds us:You don’t become a professional tennis player after six weeks of training.Merritt’s mentorship is direct, honest, and often uncomfortable—but that’s exactly what makes it so valuable. His expertise helps refine and fine-tune your trading process until it becomes a disciplined, professional system with real edge.Expect to be pushed far outside your comfort zone. Many traders think success is about intelligence—it’s not. It’s about discipline, process, and habits. The only way to develop those habits is through rigorous coaching and continuous refinement—something that’s almost impossible to find elsewhere in the industry.Step 3: The Apteros Trading DeskWhat makes Apteros truly unique is its structured pathway from student to professional trader.Not everyone has the discipline to become a pro trader. Guidance is essential. Apteros provides a framework to help traders:- Develop a professional process- Execute consistently- Apply real trading methodologies (beyond just NADRO)The Advanced Group Mentoring (AGM) is specifically designed to help traders bridge the gap to professional trading on the Apteros Desk.There are many debates about what makes a great prop firm, but one thing is clear—no other firm provides the same level of trader development before desk placement.Pro traders can make money anywhere. But if you’re not there yet, the best investment you can make is in proper mentorship.Final ThoughtsI have personally paid for and completed the Courseware and Mentorship, and I can say with confidence that Merritt’s ability to break down complex market dynamics into an actionable, structured framework is exceptional.Unlike many educators, he doesn’t just teach theory—he provides a complete, edge-driven methodology while emphasizing:- Mindset- Process- SelectivityThe Apteros CommunityOne of the most valuable aspects of Apteros is its trading community.I am not typically active in forums or social media, but I have found that the collaboration, accountability, and shared growth within the Apteros community are both genuine and positive. Unlike unmoderated trading groups, the Apteros Discord is managed by experts, ensuring high-level discussions and meaningful feedback.The ability to receive real-time insights, trade feedback, and guidance is something most traders will never experience anywhere else.If you are serious about trading as a profession, Apteros is where you need to be.
I made a post within the Apteros community stating that I had written reviews on Trustpilot and included a small excerpt from Page 3.As expected, this led to the cancelling of my access to the Apteros Discord channel. Before my privileges were revoked, my comments had not been deleted, at least for an hour or so while I still had access to their community. I have no idea what happened afterward. Perhaps their policies have changed, as a couple of years ago, I was censored and had posts deleted for similar inquiries. Also as expected, in response to comments to Black within the community, he diverted attention by announcing that a student had just passed his tryout and made it to his desk, using this accomplishment to claim that NADRO isn't flawed. Making it to his desk meets a minimum profit expectation with no time limit, without breaking a drawdown limit. This merely provides the prop firm some confidence that their risk capital will not be lost. It does not address the longer-term repeatability of earning nor the range of possible expectations from deploying the NADRO system over a period of months.Repeating what I stated in Part 3 of the my earlier review, “NADRO is NOT ROBUST, as stated by Black, and has several deficiencies” and that “Black needs to broaden his knowledge base beyond AMT and reconsider the notion that balance is the only certainty, which is absurd and fundamentally flawed.” These statements remain true and making it to his desk does not disprove them. Since I viewed Black’s remark about a trader making it to his desk as a deflection tactic, I made a second and final post. Stating that I have asserted some alternative views, disclosed my intent for making posts to Trustpilot, stated that NADRO remains unproven, expressed the need for continuous improvement, reasserted the need for transparency of earnings, reasserted that the notion that balance is all we know is fundamentally flawed and so is NADRO, all in the spirit of helping the community.I maintain my position, the problem with Apteros is NADRO. I have no interest in trading any capital other than my own, and cannot comment on Apteros as a prop firm other than hearing that the payouts are better elsewhere.The performance of great products is not hidden, they tend to be flaunted. Black is deflecting the issue regarding NADRO. Concrete earnings data is necessary to validate NADRO’s performance. HARD STOP.
If you are looking for a REAL Proprietary Trading Firm whose main purpose is to make you a winner and help you make your edge stronger, here’s the place you want to be, Apteros Desk provides an unique environment, Risk manager, desk leadership and networking with highly competent and profitable traders to learn from each other and finding professional level opportunities out there in the markets as a team. Here’s not a place for demo funding, we trade REAL CAPITAL and an infinite upside potential for account balance, they are very very smart because helping us execute our best capabilities leads us both (Apteros & Desk Traders) to a WIN-WIN situation, they care about our development and that’s something that can’t be explained easily, you get that feeling when you make it here at the desk. If you are looking for wisdom, solid concepts to level up you trading at any stage of the trading career your are currently at, this is the right place to be. The way that Merritt takes the time to review your process goals is something that you just can’t find out there, nobody cares, Here at Apteros you really feel that Merritt’s interests are all about developing you as a trader, scaling your growth and be there to support you on every step of the way with WISDOM, EXPERIENCE and SERIOUS PROFESSIONAL ADVICE to make the MOST out of your potential. Here you are not dealing with BS and fairytale stories, you deal with high level professionals and work together with them to become one!Proud to be part of this, and you will be too! I highly recommend this environment, and everything Apteros Trading offers.
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Apteros Trading: Redefining Professional Trading
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