Uniswap V4 is the latest Uniswap DEX version with hooks and concentrated liquidity, running on 22 chains for self-custody token swaps and liquidity provision.
TVL $1.14B−2.9%Ethereum · Robinhood Chain · Base +19
Ecosystem guide
The Zora ecosystem
The best dApps on Zora by sector: DeFi, games, NFTs and more. 8 projects tracked, 8 reviewed in full.
Full Zora ranking →- dApps
- 8
- Reviewed
- 8
- TVL tracked
- $40.5K
- Native token
- ZORA
Zora Network is an Ethereum layer-2 chain created with the OP Stack, a rollup framework that batches transactions off Ethereum and settles them back to it. It is EVM-compatible, so Ethereum wallets, Solidity contracts and standard developer tools work with little change. The network was designed around onchain media, meaning artwork, posts and collectibles that creators mint and sell directly.
There is no separate gas coin for the network, and fees are paid in ETH. Layer-2 fees are usually low compared with Ethereum mainnet, though they rise and fall with activity. The ZORA token belongs to the Zora app and its creator economy rather than acting as the chain's fuel. Reports in early 2026 say it now also runs on Solana, in addition to Base. DeFi activity on Zora Network is small, at about $41 thousand in TVL at the time of writing.
The dApps we list here fall into two groups. The first is Zora itself, a social and content platform where posts can be minted and traded as tokens, along with OmniHub, a multichain NFT launchpad. The second is multichain infrastructure that includes Zora in its coverage: LayerZero V2 and Hyperlane for cross-chain messaging and bridging, Uniswap V4 and Uniswap V2 for token swaps, and LlamaPay for streaming stablecoin payments. Their TVL figures are totals across all supported chains, not Zora Network alone.
Zora ecosystem in numbers
- Tracked
- 8
- Reviewed
- 8
- Total TVL
- $18.8B
- Avg. score
- 7.4/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
LayerZero V2$16.7B
- 2
Uniswap V4$1.14B
- 3
Uniswap V2$864M
- 4
Hyperlane$70.1M
- 5
LlamaPay$2.07M
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Reviewed
Top-rated dApps on Zora
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
Uniswap V2 is a non-custodial automated market maker DEX on 17 chains for token swaps and liquidity provision, with about $938M TVL.
TVL $864M−4.1%Ethereum · Base · Polygon +14
Hyperlane is a permissionless interoperability protocol and bridge for sending tokens and data across 150+ chains, aimed at builders and bridge users.
TVL $70.1M−3.3%BNB Chain · Ethereum · Base +23
LlamaPay is a multi-chain protocol that streams crypto payments by the second for DAOs, teams and contractors paid in stablecoins.
TVL $2.07M+5.2%BNB Chain · Arbitrum · Ethereum +19
Zora is a web3 content platform where creators mint and trade posts as tokens on its own network and on Base, with a native ZORA token.
Base · Zora
By sector
Best Zora dApps by sector
DeFi on Zora2
- 1
- 2
NFT on Zora1
- 1
OmniHub6.3
Social on Zora1
- 1
Zora6.8
Infrastructure on Zora4
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
Nomis6.5
Tokens
Top tokens on Zora
Zora's native coin is Zora (ZORA). The largest tokens with a contract on Zora, by market cap.
| # | Token | Price | 24h | 7d | Market cap | Volume 24h |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 |  ChainlinkLINK | $10.81 | −6.3% | −2.8% | $8.29B | $364M |
Guides
Zora guides
NFT
Zora Explained: The NFT Marketplace for the Creator EconomyZora started as an open NFT marketplace protocol and grew into a creator-focused minting platform with its own Ethereum layer-2 network. This guide covers how it works, how creators earn, and the risks to check.
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.
Zora FAQs
What is Zora Network?
Zora Network is an Ethereum layer-2 chain that was built for creators, collectors and media apps. It is EVM-compatible, so Ethereum wallets and smart contracts work on it. Zora the app also runs on Base, so the brand now spans more than one network.
Is Zora an EVM chain?
Zora Network is built on the OP Stack, a rollup framework for Ethereum, and it is EVM-compatible. Developers can use the same Solidity tools and wallets they use on Ethereum. Ethereum provides the security backstop for the rollup.
What do you pay fees in on Zora?
Gas on Zora Network is paid in ETH rather than in a separate native coin. Layer-2 fees are generally much lower than on Ethereum mainnet, but they vary with network activity. Check the fee in your wallet before you confirm anything.
Is ZORA the gas token?
The ZORA token is the token tied to the Zora app and creator ecosystem. It is not the gas token for Zora Network. Recent reports say it also runs on Solana, in addition to Base. Check the current token details inside the app before you act on them.
Which dApps can I use on Zora?
Seven dApps on our site are linked to Zora, including Zora itself, LayerZero V2, Uniswap V4, Uniswap V2, Hyperlane, LlamaPay and OmniHub. Most of them run on many chains. Zora Network is only one of the places you can use them.
Is Zora a big DeFi chain?
Not necessarily. The DeFi TVL for Zora Network was only about $41 thousand at the time of writing. Cross-chain tools such as LayerZero V2 and Uniswap hold much larger sums, but those amounts are spread across many chains. Low TVL on Zora mostly reflects that the chain is focused on creator content rather than lending or trading.
What is the largest dApp on Zora by TVL?
LayerZero V2 is the largest dApp on Zora by total value locked, with $16.7B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Uniswap V4 ($1.14B) and Uniswap V2 ($864M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Zora has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Uniswap V4 has the highest score at 8.5/10, ahead of LayerZero V2 (8.0) and Uniswap V2 (8.0). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Zora?
DappsAtlas tracks 8 dApps on Zora. Of these, 8 have a full review and 5 report value locked, $18.8B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Zora?
DEXes (2), Bridge (1) and Cross Chain Bridge (1) are the largest categories on Zora, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Zora grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, LayerZero V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+8.9%) and Uniswap V2 the biggest drop (−4.1%). Combined TVL moved +7.4% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Zora?
The 8 rated dApps on Zora average 7.4 out of 10. Of these, 3 score 8 or higher and 0 score below 5.