Synthetic Indices Lot Sizes on Deriv: Your Complete Guide 📈 (2025)

When synthetic indices first appeared, I was baffled by their lot sizes. I came from forex, where 0.01 is the base lot, so seeing V75 start at 0.001 felt alien. Then Boom & Crash indices use 0.20 minimum lots—yet their price moves at a snail’s pace. I remember comparing a 0.2 lot on Boom 100 to a 0.2 lot on gold and scratching my head: “Why does one barely budge while the other rockets?”

*Since then, I’ve heard the same questions from dozens of traders new to Deriv: “What’s the right lot size?”, “Why can’t I use 0.01 on every index?”, “How do I size my risk?”

To clear the confusion, I ran an in-depth, scientific study of every synthetic index’s point value and lot-size range.

This guide is the result—your one-stop, data-backed reference to master lot sizing on Deriv’s synthetic markets.

Why Lot Size Matters (and Where Everyone Gets Tripped Up)

When I first switched from forex to synthetics, I thought I could slap on a 0.01 lot everywhere—only to watch trades stall or blow up my tiny account.

Most blog posts don’t help: they either dump a list of “minimums” (like “0.001 for V10”) or bury you in one family’s table after another.

That leaves you toggling between pages, guessing which lot size actually fits your risk.

You need a single, clear reference that:

• Demystifies Deriv’s point-value system: Every index “point” equates to a dollar amount based on the lot you choose—and it’s not the same across families.
• Hands you a universal sizing formula: No matter which index you try next, you’ll know exactly how to calculate your real-dollar risk before you click “Buy.”
• Puts every family’s min–max range on one page: Stop hunting for separate Boom & Crash, Volatility, Step, Jump, and Range Break tables—see the whole landscape at a glance.
• Links you to the deep dives when you need them: Once you grok the big picture, you can jump to my volatility, Boom & Crash, Step, Jump, or Range Break guides for the exact lot-size tables.

This is your home base for lot sizing—so you’ll never second-guess your volume settings again.

How Deriv Lot Sizes Work: The Universal Formula

Every synthetic index point carries a dollar value that changes with your lot size. Before you risk a cent, you should know exactly how much you’ll lose (or win) if the market moves against you. The universal sizing formula is:

Dollar risk = (Points moved) × (Value per point at your chosen lot) × (Lot size)

Below are four real-world examples—from volatility to step indices—so you can see this in action.

Crash 1000

• Scenario: A 500-point reversal hits my stop.
• Math: 500 pts × $0.00002/pt × 0.001 lot = $0.01
• What I Learned: On a $10 demo, that’s a 0.1% hit—so I can survive ten of those before I’m in trouble. Knowing this kept me from oversizing my next trade.

Volatility 50 (Normal)

Scenario: I let a 100-point dip run against me.

• Math: 100 pts × $0.00001/pt × 0.001 lot = $0.001
• What I Learned: That tiny cost means I can drill 1-cent bounces all day long without ever sweating. Perfect for building confidence.

Step Index (Base)

• Scenario: The index drifts 20 steps against me.
• Math: 20 pts × $0.10/pt × 0.10 lot = $0.20
• What I Learned: A $20 account loses 1% on that 20-point move—textbook for trend-follow practice. I use that to size my next limit order.

Jump 10

• Scenario: I scalp a 100-point jump but take the stop instead.
• Math: 100 pts × $0.001/pt × 0.001 lot = $0.0001
• What I Learned: Less than a tenth of a cent! That’s why I love Jump 10 for micro-scalps—it’s like free practice.

Armed with this formula and these examples, you can plug in any index, any point move, and any lot size—and know your exact dollar risk before you trade. That’s how you go from guessing to sizing like a pro.

📊 Minimum and Maximum Lot Sizes on Deriv Synthetic Indices

Every synthetic index on Deriv has its own floor and ceiling when it comes to lot sizes—and getting too small or too big will either block your trade or blow your mini-account.

Below is the rundown of each family’s minimum and maximum lots, so you’ll never hit an “invalid volume” error or accidentally risk more than you bargained for.

Synthetic Index	Lot Size Range
Volatility 75	0.001 – 1.00
Boom 1000	0.20 – 50.00
Crash 1000	0.20 – 50.00
Boom 500	0.20 – 50.00
Crash 500	0.20 – 50.00
Step Index	0.10 – 100.00
Volatility 10 / 25 / 100	0.001 – 1.00
Jump Indices	0.01 – 100.00

📌 Data verified as of June 2025 — always check Deriv MT5 before placing trades.

Tip: Start at each family’s minimum when you’re demo-testing a new strategy, then scale up as you grow.

💡 Suggested Lot Sizes & Risk-Sizing Cheat Sheet

To keep each trade around 1% of your small account, match your lot size to the index’s typical half-hour swing (from our six-month study):

Crash 1000

• Typical swing: $0.05
• Demo balance: $5 → 0.10 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.10–0.50 lots

Volatility 10 / 25 / 100

• Typical swings: V10 ≈$0.58, V25 ≈$14.86, V100 ≈$9.90
• Demo balances: $60 → 0.001 lot, $300 → 0.0002 lot, $100 → 0.001 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.001–0.005 lots

Boom 1000 / Crash 1000

• Typical swing: $0.21
• Demo balance: $25 → 0.20 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.20–0.50 lots

Boom 500 / Crash 500

• Typical swing: $0.57
• Demo balance: $60 → 0.10 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.20–0.50 lots

Boom 300

• Typical swing: $3.75
• Demo balance: $375 → 0.20 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.20–0.50 lots

Step Index

• Typical swing: $100.50
• Demo balance: $20 → 0.10 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.10–0.50 lots

Jump Indices

• Typical swing: Jump 10 ≈$0.15
• Demo balance: $15 → 0.01 lot
• Alt small-account range: 0.01–0.10 lots

Use these as your launchpad. If you bump up your demo balance, dial your lot size accordingly—always keeping that ~1% per trade rule in place.

🚫 Common Deriv Lot Size Mistakes & How to Dodge Them

Ignoring Deriv minimum lot size rules

• Mistake: You try a 0.001 lot on Boom 300 or 0.01 on V75 and get an “Invalid volume” error.
• Fix: Always check each index’s minimum lot size for synthetic indices before you trade—Boom & Crash indices start at 0.20, while volatility indices like V75 begin at 0.001.

Using forex-style lot sizes on synthetics

• Mistake: You slap on a 0.10 lot because that’s small in forex—but on a volatility index at 0.001 minimum, you’ll either hit the floor or wildly over-leverage.
• Fix: Remember that volatility index lot size and synthetic indices lot sizes follow different rules than forex pairs. Consult the min–max range for each family.

Switching families without resizing

• Mistake: You scalp V10 at 0.005 lots, then hop to Boom 1000 with the same lot—suddenly your risk balloons tenfold.
• Fix: Recalculate your position size using the universal formula for each new index. Matching your lot size to each index’s point value is key.

Overleveraging Boom & Crash indices

• Mistake: You assume Boom 1000’s 0.20 minimum lot size means “slow movement,” and you jack up your volume—only to get slammed by larger-than-expected swings.
• Fix: Know the boom and crash minimum lot size doesn’t equal micro-movement. Use your demo to map the actual dollar-per-point impact before dialing up your lot size.

Forgetting to adjust for range-break and step series

• Mistake: You set the same lot on range-break or step indices as you do on volatility ones, ignoring that Step Index lot size starts at 0.10 and carries a $0.10/pt value.
• Fix: Always cross-check the step index minimum lot size and calculate your dollar risk using the universal formula.

By avoiding these pitfalls—invalid volume errors, forex habits, and careless family hops—you’ll master Deriv synthetic indices lot sizes and keep your risk in check.

⚠️ Watch Out When Switching Indices—Lot Size Doesn’t Auto-Reset

A rookie mistake I’ve made too many times: hopping from one synthetic index to another without adjusting your lot size. This is especially critical when you’re moving between different volatility lot sizes or families.

Imagine you’re scalping Boom 500 at a 0.20 lot—it feels tame because Boom & Crash minimum lot sizes start at 0.20 and the price moves slowly. Then you flip over to Volatility 75 (where the minimum lot size is 0.001) and MT5 still has 0.20 loaded.

One careless click on “Buy” and you’re risking 200× more than intended. Your account balance can vanish in seconds—no exaggeration.

How to avoid this:

• Always recheck your lot size when you switch charts—whether it’s from Boom & Crash to volatility indices or from step index to jump index.
• Use the universal formula (Points × Value per point × Lot size) to confirm your dollar risk aligns with 1% (or your personal limit) before you hit “Buy.”
• Save preset lot sizes in your MT5 profiles for each index family, so you can click over without blowing your risk model.

By staying vigilant about Deriv synthetic indices lot size reset, you’ll keep your risk consistent and avoid a one-click disaster.

📲 How to Set Your Synthetic Indices Lot Size on Deriv MT5

Follow these simple steps to make sure that you set the right lot size for synthetic indices.

1. Open a New Order

• On your MT5 chart, right-click the asset name or chart background and select New Order.

2. Enter Your Volume (Lot Size)

• In the order window, find the Volume field. That’s your Deriv synthetic indices lot size.
• If you’re unsure, type 0.001—the minimum for most volatility indices—so you never oversize by accident.

3. Check the Minimum Lot Size

• Before you click Buy or Sell, glance at the asset’s min/max lot size in the symbol specs. MT5 won’t accept an invalid volume, and you’ll get an error if you try.
• You can confirm the minimum lot size for each index using the table above or visiting the specific guides for each synthetic index using link below.

4. Save as a Profile or Template

• For faster entry next time, save your preferred lot size as an MT5 profile or chart template. That way, when you switch between V75, Boom 1000, or Step Index, your last-used volume setting doesn’t trip you up.

5. Always Demo-Test Your Volume

• Practice on a demo account with the exact lot size you plan to use live. That keeps your risk sizing consistent and avoids nasty surprises in real trading.
• You can also check this guide on the best synthetic indices for beginners on Deriv.

By following these steps, you’ll master your Deriv MT5 lot size for synthetic indices—no more guessing, no more invalid-volume errors, just precise risk control every time.

Deep Dive Into Each Specific Index

For precise lot-size tables tailored to each index family, dive into these in-depth guides—each one lays out the exact minimums, maximums, and value-per-point for its specific synthetic instruments:

🧠 Final Thoughts

Lot size isn’t just a checkbox—it’s the line between a blown account and steady growth. On Deriv’s synthetic indices, you’re dealing in point values, not pips. That means:

• Start small: Treat your first trades like demos, even in a live account.
• Know your market’s speed: A 0.001 lot on V75 moves differently than 0.001 on V10; crunch the point-value math first.
• Size to your balance: If your stop risks $1 on a $100 account, you’re safe. If it risks $20 to make $2, you’re asking for trouble.

Take the time to nail these lot-size rules now—skipping this step is a fast track to empty screens and zero balance.

FAQ’s On Synthetic Indices Lot Sizes