Decentralized Btc · Alternatives
The best tBTC alternatives in 2026
tBTC is Threshold Network's decentralized bridge that mints a 1:1 Bitcoin-backed token on Ethereum for DeFi and institutional Bitcoin use. If tBTC is not the right fit, these 4 reviewed Decentralized Btc options are the closest matches, ranked by DappsAtlas score. Read our full tBTC review
At a glance
tBTC vs the alternatives
| dApp | Score | TVL | Chains |
|---|---|---|---|
| Score 7.4 out of 10 | $326M | 2 | |
| Score 6.5 out of 10 | $1.80M | 5 | |
| Score 7.0 out of 10 | $22.1M | 2 | |
| Score 5.5 out of 10 | $822K | 1 | |
| Score 4.5 out of 10 | $902K | 1 |
Ranked
Top tBTC alternatives
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Zeus Network
Decentralized Btc · Bitcoin, Solana, Ethereum +2
Zeus Network is a Solana-based layer that lets holders lock native BTC and receive zBTC for DeFi use. TVL is small at around $1.9 million, and the audit details are not specified publicly.
ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10TVL $1.80M−4.4% - 2
Chain Fusion
Decentralized Btc · Bitcoin, Ethereum
Chain Fusion is the Internet Computer's way of connecting to Bitcoin and Ethereum without a conventional bridge, using chain-key tokens such as ckBTC and ckETH. It is a protocol-level feature, not a standalone app with its own token.
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10TVL $22.1M−5.8% - 3
KEEP Network
Decentralized Btc · Ethereum
Keep Network merged with NuCypher to form Threshold Network, whose tBTC product connects Bitcoin with Ethereum. The bridge offers a route to use BTC in DeFi, but users should weigh the risks of wrapped assets and bridge infrastructure.
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10TVL $822K−2.0% - 4
BTCST
Decentralized Btc · BNB Chain
BTCST is a BNB Chain token designed to represent Bitcoin mining power and give holders access to Bitcoin rewards through staking. Its appeal depends on confidence in the underlying mining operations, whose verification and redemption details are not clearly explained.
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10TVL $902K−3.5%