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Loading...There is a modest pricing gap between these firms. Lucid Trading comes in at $91 for the $50K evaluation while the other charges $119 — a $28 difference. That is roughly the cost of a reset at most firms, so it is worth factoring in if you budget for multiple attempts. Check available Lucid Trading discount codes for additional savings.
With matching 90% profit splits, neither firm has a financial edge on earnings. Your take-home pay will be identical for the same trading results, so the real comparison shifts to drawdown policies, trading flexibility, and how quickly you can access your funds.
Lucid Trading sets the bar lower with a $3,000 profit target versus $4,000. Additionally, Blue Guardian Futures imposes no minimum trading days, so a skilled trader could theoretically pass in a single session, while Lucid Trading requires at least 2 days.
Overall, Blue Guardian Futures and Lucid Trading are remarkably similar on paper for the $50K challenge. The deciding factor will likely come down to personal preference — platform feel, community support, and how smoothly each firm handles payouts.
View the full details on each firm's page: Blue Guardian Futures rules & pricing and Lucid Trading rules & pricing.
| Rule | Blue Guardian Futures | Lucid Trading |
|---|---|---|
| News Trading | Allowed | Allowed |
| Weekend Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Overnight Holding | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Hedging | Not allowed | Not allowed |
| Copy Trading | Allowed | Allowed |
| Expert Advisors (EAs) | Not allowed | Allowed |
Rules shown reflect the $50K challenge account. Some rules may differ by account size or type.
The best prop firm depends on your experience level, trading style, and priorities. Here is how Blue Guardian Futures and Lucid Trading stack up for different types of traders.
New to prop firms and want to minimize risk while learning the ropes.
Lucid Trading
Consistent track record, focused on maximizing earnings and scaling capital.
Lucid Trading
Prefer wider stops, lower risk, and the flexibility to hold positions longer.
Blue Guardian Futures
Lucid Trading is the more affordable choice at $91 for their $50K challenge, versus $119 at Blue Guardian Futures (plus a $99 activation fee once funded). The Lucid Trading price reflects their 30% discount.
Both firms pay a 90% profit split. On a $2,000 profit you keep $1800 at either firm — no difference in take-home pay.
Both firms set the max drawdown at $2,000.
Both Blue Guardian Futures and Lucid Trading allow news trading. This is particularly valuable for traders who capitalize on volatility around FOMC announcements, NFP releases, and CPI data drops.
Blue Guardian Futures offers a faster path to your first payout, with a minimum of 4 trading days required versus 5 at Lucid Trading. After that, Blue Guardian Futures processes payouts via Rise.
Blue Guardian Futures enforces a 30% consistency rule — no single day can account for more than 30% of your total earnings. Lucid Trading has no such rule, giving you freedom to have outsized winning days without penalty.
For beginners, Lucid Trading has an edge thanks to lower challenge fee, no consistency rule. These features reduce the pressure while you are still developing consistency. That said, both firms are viable — the best choice depends on your specific trading approach and budget.
Data is updated regularly but may not reflect the latest changes. Always verify current pricing and rules on each firm's official website before making a decision.
Detailed side-by-side comparison of Blue Guardian Futures and Lucid Trading $50K challenge accounts. Compare fees, profit splits, drawdown rules, and more.