Lido is a liquid staking protocol where users stake ETH and receive stETH, a reward-earning token usable across DeFi, governed by LDO holders.
TVL $21.7B−0.8%Ethereum · Solana · Terra +2
Ecosystem guide
The Moonriver ecosystem
The best dApps on Moonriver by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 36 projects tracked, 36 reviewed in full.
Full Moonriver ranking →- dApps
- 36
- Reviewed
- 36
- TVL tracked
- $0
- Native token
- MOVR
Moonriver is a smart contract blockchain that runs as a parachain on Kusama. It is built with Substrate and written in Rust, and it is compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Developers can deploy Solidity contracts and users can connect with Ethereum-style wallets. Its security and finality come from the Kusama network it plugs into, rather than from a standalone validator set. Moonriver is the companion to Moonbeam, which connects to Polkadot, and new code ships to Moonriver first.
The native token is MOVR. It is used to pay gas fees on the network and also plays a part in staking and governance. Because Moonriver is EVM-compatible, fees work much as they do on other EVM chains, with each transaction paying a gas cost in the native token. At the time of writing, our data shows no DeFi TVL recorded for the chain itself.
We list 38 dApps for Moonriver, though many are multichain projects with only a small presence here. Lido, SushiSwap and LayerZero V2 are the largest names in the list, but their TVL comes mostly from other networks. Moonriver-specific projects include the lending protocol Moonwell Apollo, the prediction market Polkamarkets, the yield optimizer Kogefarm and the lender Neku. The list also covers bridges such as Meter Passport. Some older listings, such as Romedao, appear inactive, so check each page before using a dApp.
Moonriver ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 36
- Reviewed
- 36
- Total TVL
- $44.4B
- Avg. score
- 5.8/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Lido$21.7B
- 2
LayerZero V2$16.7B
- 3
Gate$5.84B
- 4
SushiSwap V3$39.2M
- 5
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
cBridge7.3
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on Moonriver
LayerZero V2 is a cross-chain messaging protocol and bridge infrastructure for developers and asset issuers, connecting dozens of blockchains.
TVL $16.7B+8.9%Polygon · Ethereum · ApeChain +76
Gate is a centralized crypto exchange founded in 2013 offering spot, futures, stocks and earn products for traders who want one multi-asset account.
TVL $5.84B−4.6%Ethereum · Bitcoin · BNB Chain +129
SushiSwap is a multichain decentralized exchange with a swap aggregator, perps, staking and liquidity pools for self-custody DeFi traders.
TVL $35.2M−1.3%Ethereum · Polygon · Arbitrum +32
cBridge is Celer Network's multi-chain bridge for moving tokens across Ethereum, layer-2s and sidechains, for DeFi users who bridge between many networks.
TVL $11.6M−4.0%Ethereum · BNB Chain · Polygon +23
SushiSwap V3 is a Uniswap V3-style concentrated-liquidity DEX on 30+ chains, for traders and liquidity providers comfortable with self-custody.
TVL $39.2M+4.3%Ethereum · Katana · Robinhood Chain +27
By sector
Best Moonriver dApps by sector
DeFi on Moonriver25
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- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
DxSale6.8
Gambling on Moonriver1
- 1
Polkamarkets6.2
Infrastructure on Moonriver10
- 1
- 2
- 3
Wan Bridge7.0
- 4
Meson6.5
- 5
XY Finance5.5
Tokens
Top tokens on Moonriver
Moonriver's native coin is Moonriver (MOVR). The largest tokens with a contract on Moonriver, by market cap.
| # | Token | Price | 24h | 7d | Market cap | Volume 24h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 |  ChainlinkLINK | $10.81 | −6.3% | −2.8% | $8.29B | $364M |
| 153 |  Legacy Frax DollarFRAX | $0.9909 | −0.0% | +0.0% | $217M | $362K |
| 761 |  Frax (prev. FXS)FRAX | $0.2450 | −2.7% | −2.6% | $22.9M | $578K |
| 1131 |  MAIMIMATIC | $0.9959 | −0.0% | +0.2% | $11.8M | $34.7K |
| 1976 |  Impossible Finance LaunchpadIDIA | $0.003391 | −1.3% | −3.5% | $3.25M | $311 |
| 3261 |  RomeROME | $5.43 | — | −14.3% | $794K | — |
Guides
Moonriver guides
Blockchain
Moonbeam and Moonriver dApps: A Closer Look in 2026Moonbeam and Moonriver are two Ethereum-compatible Polkadot and Kusama networks with their own dApp ecosystems. This guide explains how they differ, what kinds of dApps run on them, and how to check what is live before you move funds.
Blockchain
Moonbeam and Moonriver: DeFi, Games and NFT Marketplaces GuideMoonbeam and Moonriver are EVM-compatible networks where DeFi, games and NFT apps can run with familiar Ethereum wallets and tools. This guide explains how the two chains differ, how to set up and check apps safely, and how to evaluate each category without relying on a fixed ranking that goes stale quickly.
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.
Moonriver FAQs
What is Moonriver?
Moonriver is a smart contract parachain on Kusama, built with Substrate and compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine. It is run in connection with the Moonbeam Foundation and is the companion network to Moonbeam.
Is Moonriver compatible with Ethereum wallets and contracts?
Yes. Moonriver is EVM-compatible, so Ethereum-style contracts and wallets such as MetaMask can work with it once the network is added. You switch your wallet to the Moonriver network and use MOVR to pay gas.
What is MOVR used for?
MOVR is the native token. It pays transaction fees on the network, and it also has a role in staking and governance. Check current token details in an official source before relying on them.
How is Moonriver different from Moonbeam?
Moonbeam is the version connected to Polkadot, while Moonriver is connected to Kusama. Moonriver is described as a permanently incentivized canary network, where new code ships first. The two networks share a design, but they have separate tokens and separate ecosystems.
Which dApps can I find on Moonriver?
Our list includes Lido, Moonwell Apollo, Polkamarkets, Kogefarm, Meter Passport, Neku and Romedao. Several of these, such as Lido, run on many chains, so their headline TVL is not a Moonriver figure. Check each dApp's page for how it works on this chain.
Are all Moonriver dApps still active and safe to use?
Not necessarily. Some listings are small or inactive. Romedao's website was reported offline since December 2025, and Meter Passport's site says transfers are paused after a reported hack. Look at each dApp's score and notes, and only use funds you can afford to lose.
Is it legal to use prediction markets like Polkamarkets?
Polkamarkets is a prediction market protocol where users trade on real-world event outcomes, and we categorize it as gambling. You must be 18 or older (21 or older in some places) and should check that this activity is legal where you live. Do not try to get around local restrictions, age checks or KYC.
What is the largest dApp on Moonriver by TVL?
Lido is the largest dApp on Moonriver by total value locked, with $21.7B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by LayerZero V2 ($16.7B) and Gate ($5.84B). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Moonriver has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Lido has the highest score at 8.6/10, ahead of LayerZero V2 (8.0) and Gate (7.7). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Moonriver?
DappsAtlas tracks 36 dApps on Moonriver. Of these, 36 have a full review and 25 report value locked, $44.4B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Moonriver?
DEXes (7), Cross Chain Bridge (5) and Lending (4) are the largest categories on Moonriver, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Moonriver grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, LayerZero V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+8.9%) and Wan Bridge the biggest drop (−13.1%). Combined TVL moved +2.1% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Moonriver?
The 24 rated dApps on Moonriver average 5.8 out of 10. Of these, 2 score 8 or higher and 6 score below 5.