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Best Exchanges in 2026
29 Exchanges ranked by DappsAtlas score and total value locked. Open any row for the full review.
- Listed
- 29
- Reviewed
- 29
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Exchange dApps in this category let you convert one crypto asset into another, often without creating an account. Some are instant swap services that send the result straight to your wallet. Others are aggregators that compare offers, or hybrid exchanges that trade from a self-custodial wallet. Here we cover five: SideShift.ai, GhostSwap, Swapspace, Monitok and Easyswap.
Most instant swap services work in three steps: you pick a pair, send a deposit, and receive the other asset at your address. They usually earn from a spread or fee built into the quoted rate. Some add a partner program, as GhostSwap does with its API markup, and aggregators like Swapspace can earn from the exchanges they send traffic to. Monitok takes a different approach with a self-custodial exchange on Arbitrum and an AI trading assistant.
When comparing, look at supported coins and networks first: SideShift.ai lists 300+ coins across 45+ networks, while GhostSwap lists 1,600+ assets. Then check how clearly fees and the final received amount are shown, whether custody stays with you, and how much the operator discloses about ownership and terms. Easyswap does not publish fees or ownership details, so treat it carefully. Crypto trading carries risk, including price moves between quote and settlement. If any service involves gambling or betting features, you must be 18+ (21+ where required) and should check that it is legal where you live.
Exchanges at a glance
- Tracked
- 29
- Reviewed
- 29
- Total TVL
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- Avg. score
- 5.5/10
Highest rated
- 1
Sideshift Ai7.3
- 2
Ghostswap6.0
- 3
Easybit5.8
- 4
Goexme5.8
- 5
Barter Smartplace5.5
| Chains | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sideshift AiReviewed | Bitcoin, Ethereum +2 | — | — | 7.3 |
| 2 | GhostswapReviewed | Bitcoin, Ethereum +3 | — | — | 6.0 |
| 3 | EasybitReviewed | — | — | — | 5.8 |
| 4 | GoexmeReviewed | Bitcoin, Ethereum +7 | — | — | 5.8 |
| 5 | Barter SmartplaceReviewed | — | — | — | 5.5 |
| 6 | Wallet SwapReviewed | — | — | — | 5.5 |
| 7 | Quickex ExchangeReviewed | — | — | — | 5.5 |
| 8 | SplitnowReviewed | Ethereum, Solana +1 | — | — | 5.5 |
| 9 | RoyalswapReviewed | Ethereum | — | — | 5.2 |
| 10 | SwapspaceReviewed | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| 11 | MonitokReviewed | Arbitrum, Ethereum +2 | — | — | 5.0 |
| 12 | RevbitReviewed | — | — | — | 5.0 |
| 13 | NullswapReviewed | — | — | — | 4.5 |
| 14 | TidexReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 15 | EasyswapReviewed | Ethereum, BNB Chain +2 | — | — | — |
| 16 | DexToroReviewed | Solana | — | — | — |
| 17 | NarfexReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 18 | Omni ExchangeReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 19 | ArbidexReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 20 | CRIPTO NO PIXReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 21 | StealthswapReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 22 | SwapgateReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 23 | BnbexReviewed | BNB Chain | — | — | — |
| 24 | Cryptobank Hybrid ExchangeReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 25 | HolderswapReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 26 | Kites2Reviewed | Polygon | — | — | — |
| 27 | Limitr ExchangeReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 28 | Nominex Token NmxReviewed | — | — | — | — |
| 29 | RaviloReviewed | — | — | — | — |
Ranked by DappsAtlas score, then total value locked. Click a column to re-sort this page. TVL data via DefiLlama.
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Frequently asked questions
What is an exchange dApp?
A crypto exchange dApp lets you swap one token for another, usually without opening an account. Some send funds straight to your wallet, some compare quotes from other services, and some run trades on-chain from your own wallet.
Do I need an account to use these exchanges?
Not always. Non-custodial swap services such as SideShift.ai and GhostSwap describe account-free swaps, and Swapspace compares offers from partner exchanges without one. Individual partner exchanges may have their own rules, and requirements can vary by service and region, so read the terms before you send funds.
How do swap services make money?
Instant swap services typically earn from a spread or markup built into the rate, and partners may keep part of it. GhostSwap, for example, offers a partner API where apps can add a 0–4% markup paid in USDT. Aggregators like Swapspace may earn referral revenue from the exchanges they route to. Always compare the final amount you receive, not just the headline rate.
What does non-custodial mean for a swap?
Non-custodial means the service does not hold your funds in a user account. You send a deposit for a single swap and the output goes to the wallet address you provide. You still depend on the service to complete the swap, so a wrong address or network can mean lost funds.
Are instant swap services safe?
No service is risk-free. Check which networks and coins are supported, how fees and rates are shown, whether ownership and terms are published, and whether you can test with a small amount first. Easyswap is listed without published fee or ownership details, which is a reason for extra caution.
What is the difference between an aggregator and a single swap service?
An aggregator like Swapspace compares quotes from several partner exchanges so you can pick one. A single swap service such as SideShift.ai or GhostSwap quotes its own rate. Aggregators offer more choice, but you still end up trusting whichever partner executes the trade.
Which exchange has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Sideshift Ai has the highest score at 7.3/10, ahead of Ghostswap (6.0) and Easybit (5.8). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many exchanges does DappsAtlas track?
DappsAtlas tracks 29 exchanges. Of these, 29 have a full review.
What chains do most exchanges run on?
What is the average score for exchanges?
The 13 rated exchanges average 5.5 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 1 score below 5.