Chain ranking
Top dApps on Arbitrum
737 projects that run on Arbitrum, ranked by DappsAtlas score and total value locked.
- Listed
- 737
- Reviewed
- 737
- Page
- 1/15
Arbitrum is a Layer 2 scaling network for Ethereum, developed by Offchain Labs. It uses optimistic rollups, which means transactions are processed away from Ethereum's main chain and the results are posted back to Ethereum, which acts as the final settlement layer. Arbitrum is EVM-compatible, so apps written for Ethereum can run there with few changes, and users can keep using familiar wallets and tools.
The network's native governance token is ARB, which lets holders vote on proposals about the protocol and its treasury. Gas fees on Arbitrum One are generally paid in ETH and tend to be lower than on Ethereum's main chain, though they vary with network demand. At the time of writing, DeFi on Arbitrum held about $1.44B in total value locked, and our site lists 681 dApps on the chain.
Arbitrum is best known for DeFi. Lending is led by Aave V3, Morpho Blue, Compound V3 and Venus Core Pool, and trading by Uniswap V3 and V4. Yield and vault products include ether.fi Stake, Spark Savings and curators such as Gauntlet and Steakhouse Financial. Cross-chain tools like LayerZero V2, CCIP, USDT0 and the Hyperliquid Bridge connect it to other networks. Many of these protocols run on several chains, so their headline TVL is not all on Arbitrum.
Arbitrum dApps at a glance
- Tracked
- 737
- Reviewed
- 737
- Total TVL
- $265B
- Avg. score
- 5.9/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Binance CEX$127B
- 2
OKX$28.4B
- 3
LayerZero V2$16.7B
- 4
Aave V3$15.1B
- 5
Morpho Blue$10.9B
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
Uniswap V48.5
- 3
Uniswap V38.4
- 4
Defi Saver Asset Management8.1
- 5
Looking for an overview? Read the Arbitrum ecosystem guide.
Ranked by DappsAtlas score, then total value locked. Click a column to re-sort this page. TVL data via DefiLlama.
What runs here
dApp categories on Arbitrum
- 1DEXes8612%
- 2Yield Aggregator679%
- 3Lending659%
- 4Derivatives639%
- 5Cross Chain Bridge334%
- 6Centralized Exchanges314%
- 7Onchain Capital Allocator253%
- 8Liquidity Manager233%
- 9Bridge193%
- 10Options193%
- 11CDPs162%
- 12Crypto Gambling142%
- 13Real-World Assets132%
- 14GameFi122%
- 15Risk Curators111%
- 16Payments101%
- 17Token Locker91%
- 18Dex Aggregator91%
Guides
Guides for Arbitrum and other chains
Blockchain
How to Use Arbiscan to Explore Arbitrum in 2026Arbiscan is a public explorer for checking transactions, wallet addresses, tokens and contracts on Arbitrum One. Learn how to find a record, read its status and fees, and use contract data without confusing the explorer with a wallet.
Blockchain
How to Launch a dApp on Arbitrum: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026Arbitrum is an Ethereum layer-2 network where most Solidity contracts run unchanged, so the launch process is mainly about careful testing, funding gas, and deploying in the right order. This guide walks through each stage from setup to post-launch operations.
Blockchain
What Is Arbitrum? A Simple Explanation for 2026Arbitrum is a layer 2 network that runs on top of Ethereum to make transactions faster and cheaper while still relying on Ethereum for security. This guide explains how it works in plain terms, what the ARB token does, and what to check before you use it.
DeFi
KyberSwap on Arbitrum: What the Launch Hype Really MeantKyberSwap's move onto Arbitrum in 2022 drew strong community excitement and a rewards campaign. This guide explains what the launch was, why hype and real adoption often differ, and how to assess launch-linked tokens and platform risk.
NFT
OpenSea and Magic Eden Add Arbitrum and Ethereum NFTs: 2026 GuideOpenSea and Magic Eden have both expanded which networks their NFT listings cover, including Ethereum and Arbitrum. This guide explains what that means for collectors, how to confirm support on each platform, and how to trade safely across chains.
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is Arbitrum?
Arbitrum is a Layer 2 network built on top of Ethereum. It groups transactions together off-chain using optimistic rollup technology and then posts the results to Ethereum, which aims to give lower fees and faster confirmations while relying on Ethereum for security.
Is Arbitrum the same as Ethereum?
No. Arbitrum is a separate network that settles to Ethereum, so it is a scaling layer rather than a replacement. Many of the same apps, such as Aave V3 and Uniswap, run on both.
What is the ARB token used for?
ARB is Arbitrum's governance token, used for voting on proposals about the network and its treasury. Transaction fees on Arbitrum One are generally paid in ETH, not ARB, so you normally need a little ETH on the network to use apps.
Which dApps are most popular on Arbitrum?
Popular choices include lending markets such as Aave V3, Morpho Blue and Compound V3, and exchanges such as Uniswap V3 and V4. Others are the Hyperliquid Bridge, ether.fi Stake and the Spark products. Several of the listed TVL figures cover many chains, so they do not show Arbitrum activity alone.
How much value is locked in Arbitrum DeFi?
The TVL was about $1.44B at the time of writing. This number changes daily, so check the individual dApp pages for current figures. Some centralized exchanges also appear in our listings, and their reserve figures cover several chains.
How do I get funds onto Arbitrum?
You can bridge assets from Ethereum using a bridge such as LayerZero V2, CCIP or USDT0, or you can withdraw from an exchange that supports Arbitrum. Moving funds back to Ethereum through the native bridge takes about a week because of the optimistic rollup challenge period. Check the fees and risks of each route before you send anything.
Is using dApps on Arbitrum safe?
DeFi carries risks such as smart contract bugs, bridge failures, price swings and liquidation when borrowing. A Layer 2 adds its own technical dependencies on top of Ethereum. Only use funds you can afford to lose, and read each dApp's audit and documentation.
What is the largest dApp on Arbitrum by TVL?
Binance CEX is the largest dApp on Arbitrum by total value locked, with $127B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by OKX ($28.4B) and LayerZero V2 ($16.7B). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Arbitrum has the highest DappsAtlas score?
Aave V3 has the highest score at 8.6/10, ahead of Uniswap V4 (8.5) and Uniswap V3 (8.4). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Arbitrum?
DappsAtlas tracks 737 dApps on Arbitrum. Of these, 737 have a full review and 542 report value locked, $265B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Arbitrum?
DEXes (86), Yield Aggregator (67) and Lending (65) are the largest categories on Arbitrum, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Arbitrum grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, Hotcoin had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+419%) and APX Bridge the biggest drop (−93.1%). Combined TVL moved −2.8% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Arbitrum?
The 571 rated dApps on Arbitrum average 5.9 out of 10. Of these, 13 score 8 or higher and 83 score below 5.