Research profile
Profile data updated: October 13, 2026
Lucid Trading
Watch flags
Operated by Lucid Prop Ltd, Lucid Trading is an unregulated futures prop firm launched in early 2025. Watch flags: short operating history, short track record, unverified ownership
Futures evaluations with transparent rules, fast onboarding and a Pro funded account using live broker capital.
- Headquarters
- Dallas, TX, USA
- Founded
- 2022
- Funding model
- Evaluation + Instant Funding
- Geographic availability
- Worldwide policy not clearly statedU.S. tradersAccepted
May suit
traders focused on futures; traders who want a choice between evaluation and instant-funding paths; traders who want a published scaling path.
Consider alternatives if
you require exchange-traded equities, options; you rely on copy trading.
Trader rating
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Overview
What this firm is and who it serves
Lucid Trading is a Dallas-based futures prop firm with evaluation and straight-to-funded simulated paths, plus a route to live LucidLive brokerage accounts.
At a glance
Structured facts about this firm
- Firm Type
- Evaluation + Instant Funding prop firm
- Market Focus
- Futures
- Trading Style
- Overnight holding allowed, weekend holding allowed
- Retail Accessibility
- Open to retail traders via evaluation
- Based in
- Dallas, TX, USA
- Geographic availability
- Worldwide policy not clearly stated
- Known For
- Choice between Evaluation accounts and Straight-to-Funded accounts
Funding programs
Account types and the path to capital
Evaluation
LucidPro
Source| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | $90.60 | 5% | $1,000 | 2 Mini OR 20 Micro |
| $50K | $115.40 | 6% | $2,000 | 4 Mini OR 40 Micro |
| $75K | — | — | $3,000 | 6 Mini OR 60 Micro |
| $100K | $180.40 | 6% | $4,500 | 10 Mini OR 100 Micro |
- Profit split
- Up to 90%
- Payouts
- Daily
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Tradesea, Rithmic, MotiveWave, QuantTower
LucidFlex
Source| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | — | — | $1,000 | 2 Mini OR 20 Micro |
| $50K | $140.40 | 6% | $2,000 | 4 Mini OR 40 Micro |
| $75K | — | — | $3,000 | 6 Mini OR 60 Micro |
| $100K | — | — | $4,500 | 10 Mini OR 100 Micro |
- Profit split
- Up to 90%
- Payouts
- Daily
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Tradesea, Rithmic, MotiveWave, QuantTower
LucidDaily
Source| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | — | — | $1,000 | 2 Mini OR 20 Micro |
| $50K | — | — | $2,000 | 4 Mini OR 40 Micro |
| $75K | $225.40 | 8% | $3,000 | 6 Mini OR 60 Micro |
| $100K | — | — | $4,500 | 10 Mini OR 100 Micro |
- Profit split
- Up to 90%
- Payouts
- Daily
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Tradesea, Rithmic, MotiveWave, QuantTower
Instant Funding
LucidDirect
Source| Account | Fee | Target | Drawdown | Contracts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25K | — | — | $1,000 | 2 Mini OR 20 Micro |
| $50K | — | — | $2,000 | 4 Mini OR 40 Micro |
| $75K | — | — | $3,000 | 6 Mini OR 60 Micro |
| $100K | $300.50 | 9% | $4,500 | 10 Mini OR 100 Micro |
- Profit split
- Up to 90%
- Payouts
- Daily
- Platforms
- NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Tradesea, Rithmic, MotiveWave, QuantTower
Trading rules
What's allowed, what isn't
Asset classes supported
Scaling rules
10:1 Micro Scaling
Related terms: trailing drawdown · consistency rule · profit split
Platforms & technology
Where and how you trade
Supported platforms
Payout structure
How and when you get paid
Pros & cons
A balanced view based on documented terms
Strengths
- +No monthly subscription fees; all accounts operate on a one-time fee model
- +Option to skip evaluations via Straight-to-Funded accounts
- +Real-time dashboard and rapid account activation (5 to 30 minutes)
- +End-of-day drawdown structure
Trade-offs
Lucid Trading FAQs
Based on terms reviewed October 13, 2026
What should traders verify before choosing Lucid Trading?+
Review the specific program's drawdown rules, payout eligibility, prohibited strategies, platform availability, refund terms and any country restrictions before purchasing. Terms can differ between programs at the same firm. This profile summarizes the latest documented terms we found, but traders should confirm the current rules directly with Lucid Trading before purchasing.
Does Lucid Trading offer evaluation and instant-funding options?+
Lucid Trading offers an evaluation (challenge) path and an instant-funding path. Program rules, fees and payout terms can differ between paths, so confirm the terms of the specific program you intend to buy.
How do Lucid Trading's payouts and profit split work?+
The published profit split is up to 80% of net profits to the trader, depending on the program; payouts are processed on a bi-weekly basis; first payout eligibility: After 10 winning days. Payout eligibility begins after the applicable program cycle, and program-specific terms should be confirmed directly with the firm.
How does Lucid Trading's scaling plan work?+
Lucid Trading publishes a scaling ceiling of up to $150,000 through scaling. 10:1 Micro Scaling. A scaling ceiling is the maximum allocation reachable over time — not the size of an initial funded account.
What are Lucid Trading's main drawdown and trading restrictions?+
Based on the documented terms we reviewed: overnight holding is allowed, weekend holding is allowed, copy trading is not permitted. Drawdown type and consistency requirements can vary by program, so check the rulebook for the exact program before purchase.
Which platforms and markets are available at Lucid Trading?+
Platforms: NinjaTrader, Tradovate, Rithmic. Markets: futures. Availability can differ by program and by region — confirm on the firm's platform and product pages before purchasing.
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