Best of · Stellar · Updated Nov 6, 2026

The best DEXes on Stellar in 2026

We track 9 DEXes that run on Stellar and have reviewed 9 of them in full. Our top pick is Stellar DEX. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.

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Stellar DEX
DEXes · Stellar
Stellar DEX is the exchange function built into the Stellar network itself, letting users trade and convert assets through Offer operations. It suits low-cost swaps and cross-currency payments more than complex trading.
Read the Stellar DEX review Visit Stellar DEX(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 7.2 out of 10
TVL $13.9M−6.5%
2
Aqua
DEXes · Stellar
Aquarius is an AMM on Stellar's Soroban smart-contract platform where AQUA holders vote on which markets receive reward emissions. It suits Stellar users and builders, but fee and audit specifics are not spelled out.
Read the Aqua review Visit Aqua(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 7.2 out of 10
TVL —
3
Sushi Stellar
DEXes · Stellar
Sushi Stellar is the SushiSwap exchange running on the Stellar network, with about $15.6 million in locked value. It suits users who want a familiar swap interface on Stellar, but no audits are listed for this deployment.
Read the Sushi Stellar review Visit Sushi Stellar(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.8 out of 10
TVL $15.6M+1.5%
4
Stellar AMM
DEXes · Stellar
Stellar AMM is the automated market maker layer on the Stellar network, letting users supply liquidity and swap assets. It is low-cost and simple in concept, but carries standard liquidity-provider risks and a modest TVL of about $8.4M.
Read the Stellar AMM review Visit Stellar AMM(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.3 out of 10
TVL $7.97M−5.4%
5
Scopuly
DEXes · Stellar
Scopuly is a self-custody Stellar wallet with payments, token issuance and SDEX trading. Its broad toolset is useful, but fee and audit details are limited.
Read the Scopuly review Visit Scopuly(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL $968K−3.1%
6
Balanced Exchange
DEXes · Avalanche, Solana, Arbitrum +8
Balanced is a cross-chain exchange for swaps, liquidity, transfers and borrowing. Its announced December 1, 2026 shutdown for v1 makes checking the transition plan important before using it.
Read the Balanced Exchange review Visit Balanced Exchange(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $1.98M−0.1%
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Phoenix DeFi Hub
DEXes · Stellar
Phoenix DeFi Hub is a DEX built on Stellar's Soroban smart-contract platform, with liquidity pools, token swaps and portfolio tracking. It is a small protocol with low TVL, so it suits Stellar users willing to accept early-stage risk.
Read the Phoenix DeFi Hub review Visit Phoenix DeFi Hub(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10
TVL $47.5K+0.6%
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Soroswap Finance
DEXes · Stellar
Soroswap Finance is an open-source decentralized exchange on the Stellar blockchain that swaps and pools Stellar assets using Soroban smart contracts. It is a reasonable option for users already holding Stellar assets, but the project does not publish its fees or audit reports in the material we found.
Read the Soroswap Finance review Visit Soroswap Finance(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10
TVL —
9
LumenSwap
DEXes · Stellar
Lumenswap is a decentralized exchange on the Stellar network for swapping and trading assets through a minimal interface. The project publishes little about fees, audits and its team, so readers should check the details themselves before trading.
Read the LumenSwap review Visit LumenSwap(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL —

DEXes on Stellar: the numbers

Tracked: 9
Reviewed: 9
Total TVL: $40.4M
Avg. score: 6.3/10

There are 9 DEXes on Stellar in the DappsAtlas index. Every one of them has a full review. The 6 that report TVL hold $40.4M between them, counting value on every chain they support. Sushi Stellar is the clear leader, holding 39% of it. The five largest make up 100% of the total; the median is $1.98M.

Ranked by TVL, Sushi Stellar ($15.6M), Stellar DEX ($13.9M) and Stellar AMM ($7.97M) lead the field. On DappsAtlas scores, Stellar DEX ranks first at 7.2/10, ahead of Aqua (7.2) and Sushi Stellar (6.8). The 8 rated DEXes average 6.3/10, and none scores 8 or above yet.

All 9 with a confirmed status are active. In the past week, total value locked fell 2.9%. Sushi Stellar gained the most (+1.5%), while Stellar DEX dropped the most (−6.5%).

Largest by TVL

Highest rated

Method

How we ranked them

Reviewed dApps come first. Each DappsAtlas review scores security, ease of use, fees and features from 0 to 10 using public facts such as audits, documentation and on-chain data; the overall score orders the list, with total value locked as the tie-breaker. Projects we have not reviewed yet follow, ordered by total value locked. Scores are never sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the largest DEX on Stellar by TVL?

Sushi Stellar is the largest DEX on Stellar by total value locked, with $15.6M across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Stellar DEX ($13.9M) and Stellar AMM ($7.97M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.

Which DEX on Stellar has the highest DappsAtlas score?

Stellar DEX has the highest score at 7.2/10, ahead of Aqua (7.2) and Sushi Stellar (6.8). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.

How many DEXes on Stellar has DappsAtlas reviewed?

DappsAtlas tracks 9 DEXes on Stellar. Of these, 9 have a full review and 6 report value locked, $40.4M in total, counting value on every chain they support.

Which DEXes on Stellar grew the most this week?

Among DEXes with at least $1M locked, Sushi Stellar had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+1.5%) and Stellar DEX the biggest drop (−6.5%). Combined TVL moved −2.9% over the same seven days.

What is the average score for DEXes on Stellar?

The 8 rated DEXes on Stellar average 6.3 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 0 score below 5.

Ranked list