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| Feature |  Lucid Trading 35-40% OFF all accounts |
|---|---|
| Eval type | 1-Step (4 plans: LucidFlex, LucidPro, LucidDirect, LucidMaxx) |
| Cheapest eval | $25K Flex @ $70 |
| $100K eval cost | $157.50 |
| Drawdown type | EOD Trailing. Locks once balance reaches starting + profit target. |
| Daily loss limit | None |
| Min trading days | 0 |
| Consistency rule | None |
| Payout split | 90/10. Pro legacy: 100% first $10K then 90/10. |
| Payout frequency | Flex: every 5 profitable days. Pro: every 3 days. LucidLive: daily. |
| Reset cost | ~35% of purchase price ($26-$121 depending on plan/size). |
| Activation fee | $0 on all plans |
| News | Yes |
| Copy trading | Yes |
| Automation | Yes |
| Platforms | Tradovate, TradingView, NinjaTrader, Sierra Chart +4 |
| Watch out | Founded 2025 - youngest major firm. Flex payout caps are low ($1K-$3K/cycle). No overnight holds on sim accounts (only LucidLive). Trades under 5 sec generating >50% of profits triggers review. Can't mix mini and micro contracts. |
| Best for | Traders wanting fastest payouts and most flexible rules. Automation/bot traders. Flex for no-consistency freedom. Pro for cheaper entry with 3-day cycles. |