Symbiosis is a cross-chain swap and bridge protocol routing trades across 50+ networks, including Bitcoin, Solana and TON, for DeFi users and developers.
TVL $8.48M+4.3%Ethereum · TON · Tron +53
Ecosystem guide
The Cronos zkEVM ecosystem
The best dApps on Cronos zkEVM by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 12 projects tracked, 12 reviewed in full.
Full Cronos zkEVM ranking →- dApps
- 12
- Reviewed
- 12
- TVL tracked
- $695K
- Native token
- ZKCRO
Cronos zkEVM is a layer-2 network that settles on Ethereum and is built with the ZK Stack. Cronos Labs launched it with engineering teams from Matter Labs. It uses zero-knowledge proofs to verify batches of transactions, and it is described as a general-purpose Validium, meaning transaction data is held off Ethereum to keep costs down. The chain is EVM-compatible, so apps written for Ethereum can be deployed with few changes, and common wallets work with it.
The native gas token is zkCRO, listed as ZKCRO. Cronos materials describe it as a yield-bearing token backed by staked CRO. Fees are paid in this token and are designed to be low compared with Ethereum mainnet, though exact costs vary with network use. At the time of writing, DeFi TVL on the chain is about $1.6M, so this is a small ecosystem.
The dApps here lean toward trading and staking tools shared with the wider Cronos family. Veno Finance offers liquid staking, Moonlander and Fulcrom Perps are perpetuals exchanges, and H2 Finance V2 and V3 provide Uniswap-style swaps. Amply Finance covers lending, Ebisus Bay and Minted Network cover NFTs, and Symbiosis and XY Finance help move assets between networks. Many of these apps also run on other chains, and several of the smaller ones hold little liquidity, so treat the scores and TVL on each page as a starting point for your own research.
Cronos zkEVM ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 12
- Reviewed
- 12
- Total TVL
- $52.8M
- Avg. score
- 5.4/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Veno Finance$30.4M
- 2
Symbiosis$8.48M
- 3
Moonlander$7.87M
- 4
Fulcrom Perps$4.88M
- 5
AbstraDEX$364K
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Ebisus Bay5.5
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on Cronos zkEVM
Veno Finance is a liquid staking protocol on Cronos for staking CRO, ATOM, ETH and TIA and receiving liquid tokens, with a VNO incentive token.
TVL $30.4M−2.9%Cronos · Ethereum · Cronos zkEVM +1
Moonlander is a perpetuals DEX on Cronos zkEVM for leveraged crypto and RWA trading, with a staking pool, for experienced DeFi traders.
TVL $7.87M−28.1%Cronos · Cronos zkEVM
Fulcrom Perps is a decentralised perpetual exchange on Cronos, zkSync Era and Cronos zkEVM for leveraged crypto trading, with FUL staking and FLP liquidity.
TVL $4.88M−46.5%Cronos · zkSync Era · Cronos zkEVM
Ebisu's Bay is a Cronos NFT marketplace with drops, a swap tool and faction GameFi, aimed at collectors and traders in the Cronos ecosystem.
TVL $309K−3.2%Cronos · Cronos zkEVM
XY Finance is a cross-chain swap and bridge aggregator that routes transfers across 17+ EVM chains for DeFi users moving assets between networks.
TVL $52−9.2%Cronos · Base · Linea +21
By sector
Best Cronos zkEVM dApps by sector
DeFi on Cronos zkEVM7
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- 2
- 3
- 4
H2 Finance V24.8
- 5
NFT on Cronos zkEVM2
- 1
- 2
Minted Network4.8
AI on Cronos zkEVM1
Infrastructure on Cronos zkEVM2
- 1
- 2
XY Finance5.5
Tokens
Top tokens on Cronos zkEVM
The largest tokens with a contract on Cronos zkEVM, by market cap.
Guides
Cronos zkEVM guides
Blockchain
Blockchain Examples and How They WorkLearn how blockchains record and verify transactions, how consensus keeps a shared ledger in sync, and how Bitcoin, Ethereum and other networks put the technology to work. See practical examples, key trade-offs and ways to assess whether a blockchain is a good fit.
Blockchain
Blockchain for Data: Uses, Limits and How It WorksBlockchains can create shared records that are difficult to alter, but they are not a general-purpose replacement for databases or file storage. Learn what belongs on-chain, how blockchains connect to outside data, and when the trade-offs make sense.
Blockchain
Casper Network and CSPR: A Practical Guide for 2026Casper Network is a proof-of-stake blockchain, and CSPR is its native token. This guide explains the network’s purpose, how CSPR is used, and what to check before staking or transacting.
Blockchain
Cosmos Network Guide: Chains, IBC and ATOM in 2026Cosmos is an ecosystem of independent blockchains, not one chain that processes every app and token. Learn how the Cosmos Hub, Cosmos SDK and IBC fit together, what ATOM does, and how to assess transfers, staking and risks in 2026.
Blockchain
How the Bitcoin Lightning Network WorksThe Bitcoin Lightning Network moves payments through channels that sit on top of Bitcoin, so most transfers do not need their own blockchain transaction. Learn how channels, routing, fees and liquidity work, and what to consider before using Lightning.
Blockchain
How to Mine Cryptocurrency on Android in 2026Android phones can run mining software, but their limited processing power, battery drain and heat make profitable mining unlikely. Learn how to assess the risks, try a small proof-of-work experiment safely, and spot apps that only simulate mining or sell cloud contracts.
Cronos zkEVM FAQs
What is Cronos zkEVM?
Cronos zkEVM is a layer-2 network on Ethereum built with the ZK Stack, developed by Cronos Labs together with engineers from Matter Labs. It uses zero-knowledge proofs to scale smart contracts for the existing Cronos app ecosystem.
What token do you use for gas on Cronos zkEVM?
Gas is paid in zkCRO (listed as ZKCRO). Cronos materials describe it as a yield-bearing token backed by staked CRO. Check the official bridge and docs for the current details before moving funds.
Is Cronos zkEVM compatible with Ethereum wallets and tools?
Yes, it is described as EVM-compatible, so Solidity contracts and common Ethereum wallets and tooling generally work. Small differences can still exist at the edges, so developers should test their own contracts before deploying.
Which dApps are available on Cronos zkEVM?
Our list includes Veno Finance for liquid staking, Moonlander and Fulcrom Perps for perpetual trading, and H2 Finance V2 and V3 for swaps. Amply Finance offers lending, Ebisus Bay and Minted Network are NFT marketplaces, and Symbiosis bridges assets in from other chains.
How big is the Cronos zkEVM DeFi ecosystem?
At the time of writing, DeFi TVL on Cronos zkEVM is about $1.6M, which is small. Several apps we list also run on other chains, so their own TVL figures can be much larger than what sits on this network. Liquidity can be thin, which may mean wider spreads and more price impact.
What risks should I consider before using dApps here?
Smaller networks and newer apps carry extra risk, including smart contract bugs, thin liquidity and bridge risk. Perpetuals involve leverage and can lead to fast losses. The network is described as a Validium, so transaction data is kept off Ethereum, which is a different trust assumption from a rollup that posts all data on-chain. Only use funds you can afford to lose.
What is the largest dApp on Cronos zkEVM by TVL?
Veno Finance is the largest dApp on Cronos zkEVM by total value locked, with $30.4M across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Symbiosis ($8.48M) and Moonlander ($7.87M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Cronos zkEVM has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Symbiosis has the highest score at 7.2/10, ahead of Veno Finance (7.0) and Moonlander (5.8). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Cronos zkEVM?
DappsAtlas tracks 12 dApps on Cronos zkEVM. Of these, 12 have a full review and 10 report value locked, $52.8M in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Cronos zkEVM?
DEXes (3), Derivatives (2) and NFT Marketplaces: General (2) are the largest categories on Cronos zkEVM, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Cronos zkEVM grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, Symbiosis had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+4.3%) and Fulcrom Perps the biggest drop (−46.5%). Combined TVL moved −13.0% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Cronos zkEVM?
The 11 rated dApps on Cronos zkEVM average 5.4 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 5 score below 5.