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Top dApps on Hedera
37 projects that run on Hedera, ranked by DappsAtlas score and total value locked.
- Listed
- 37
- Reviewed
- 37
- Page
- 1/1
Hedera is a public distributed ledger that does the same jobs as a Layer 1 blockchain but uses hashgraph consensus rather than a chain of blocks. It runs as a proof-of-stake network, is open source, and is overseen by a governing council. It also supports Solidity smart contracts, so developers can use familiar EVM-style tooling, and it has its own token service (HTS) for creating tokens.
The native token is HBAR, which pays network fees and is used in staking. Fees on Hedera are generally small and predictable rather than set by bidding in a fee auction, but the exact cost depends on the type of transaction. Hedera's DeFi TVL is about $24.8M at the time of writing, so it is a small DeFi market compared with the largest chains.
The Hedera-native ecosystem centres on SaucerSwap (V1 and V2), the main DEX, and on Bonzo Finance for lending, plus Bonzo Vaults and ICHI for managed liquidity. It also includes smaller apps such as Kea Credit for tokenised private credit, SentX for NFTs, DaVinciGraph for token locking and vesting, and launchpads like MemeJob and HeadStarter. Stader provides liquid staking, and multi-chain names like LayerZero V2 and USDT0 appear on this page because they connect Hedera to other networks. Always check the risks of a dApp before depositing funds.
Hedera dApps at a glance
- Tracked
- 37
- Reviewed
- 37
- Total TVL
- $161B
- Avg. score
- 6.3/10
Largest by TVL
- 1
Binance CEX$127B
- 2
LayerZero V2$17.9B
- 3
Bitget$5.93B
- 4
Gate$5.91B
- 5
USDT0$3.36B
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Hash Park7.5
Looking for an overview? Read the Hedera 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 Hedera
- 1Centralized Exchanges616%
- 2DEXes616%
- 3Lending38%
- 4Bridge25%
- 5NFT Marketplaces: General25%
- 6Liquidity Manager25%
- 7Real-World Assets25%
- 8Wallets13%
- 9Staking13%
- 10Infrastructure13%
- 11Token Locker13%
- 12Uncollateralized Lending13%
- 13Crypto Gambling13%
- 14RWA Lending13%
- 15Cross Chain Bridge13%
- 16Other13%
- 17Presale13%
- 18CDPs13%
Guides
Guides for Hedera and other chains
Blockchain
Hedera Network Updates for DeFi, Stablecoins and RWAs in 2026Hedera is a public network that has pushed toward DeFi, stablecoin payments and tokenized real-world assets. This explainer covers what the recent updates and partnerships in the public record show, what they do not prove, and how to check current figures yourself.
Blockchain
How Hedera Hackathon Prize Pools Work and How to EnterHedera hackathon announcements often headline a large prize pool, and the amount that reaches any one team depends on the track, the rules and the final results. This guide explains how to read a prize pool, check its current figure, and decide whether a Hedera hackathon fits your project.
Blockchain
Pyth Network Price Feeds on Hedera: How Oracles Work in 2026Pyth Network is a pull-based oracle that publishes first-party market prices, and Hedera apps can read those prices on-chain once they confirm the feed is available on the network they use. This guide explains how the model works, what to check before relying on a feed, and how to verify current coverage.
Blockchain
Why Launch NFTs on Hedera? Costs, Tools and Trade-offs (2026)Hedera gives NFT creators native token tools, fees that are set in dollar terms, and fast finality. This guide explains why creators consider it, where the trade-offs sit, and what to check before you launch.
Blockchain
How to Stake HBAR on Hedera: The Complete 2026 GuideHBAR staking on Hedera is non-custodial, has no lock-up and no slashing. This guide covers how it works, how to stake from a wallet or an exchange, how to pick a node, and how to unstake.
Wallets and tools
Hedera Token Service and the MetaMask Wallet Snap ExplainedHedera Token Service lets tokens be created and managed by the network itself rather than by custom contract code. The Hedera Wallet Snap adds Hedera accounts to MetaMask so you can hold and send those tokens from the same wallet you use for Ethereum-style apps.
Frequently asked questions
What is HBAR used for on Hedera?
HBAR is the native token of Hedera. It is used to pay network fees, and it is also used in staking to help secure the network. Many Hedera dApps, such as SaucerSwap and Bonzo Finance, also use HBAR for swaps and lending.
Is Hedera a blockchain?
Hedera is not a conventional blockchain. It is a public distributed ledger that uses hashgraph consensus rather than a chain of blocks, though it does the same kinds of jobs as a Layer 1. It also supports Solidity smart contracts, so developers can bring over code written for the EVM.
Which DEXes can I use on Hedera?
SaucerSwap is the best-known Hedera-native exchange, in V1 and V2 versions. V2 adds concentrated-liquidity pools and an order book. Others include HbarSuite and Pangolin V2, which also runs on Avalanche, Flare and Songbird.
Does Hedera have lending and yield apps?
Yes, Bonzo Finance is a lending and borrowing protocol for HBAR and HTS tokens, and Bonzo Vaults automates yield strategies on top of DEX liquidity. Kea Credit takes a different approach, with tokenised private credit pools for small-business lending. Smart contract and market risks apply to all of them.
Can I stake on Hedera?
Stader offers liquid staking that includes Hedera. You can also stake SAUCE in SaucerSwap or stake BONZO for governance in Bonzo Finance. Check each platform's terms, risks and any lock-up conditions first.
Are there NFT and launchpad apps on Hedera?
Sentx and Kabila are NFT marketplaces built on Hedera. MemeJob is a memecoin launchpad where creating a token costs $1, and HeadStarter is a launchpad for early-stage projects. Newer launchpad tokens are often very high risk.
How big is DeFi on Hedera?
Hedera's DeFi TVL is about $24.8M at the time of writing, which is small next to the biggest chains. Many listed entries, such as Binance CEX and LayerZero V2, are multi-chain services whose large figures are not Hedera-specific. Hedera-native activity is mostly in SaucerSwap.
What is the largest dApp on Hedera by TVL?
Binance CEX is the largest dApp on Hedera by total value locked, with $127B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by LayerZero V2 ($17.9B) and Bitget ($5.93B). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which dApp on Hedera has the highest DappsAtlas score?
LayerZero V2 has the highest score at 8.0/10, ahead of Gate (7.7) and Bitget (7.6). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many dApps are on Hedera?
DappsAtlas tracks 37 dApps on Hedera. Of these, 37 have a full review and 24 report value locked, $161B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
What are the most common types of dApps on Hedera?
Centralized Exchanges (6), DEXes (6) and Lending (3) are the largest categories on Hedera, by number of projects.
Which dApps on Hedera grew the most this week?
Among dApps with at least $1M locked, LayerZero V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+10.6%) and KAIO the biggest drop (−10.5%). Combined TVL moved −3.7% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for dApps on Hedera?
The 30 rated dApps on Hedera average 6.3 out of 10. Of these, 1 score 8 or higher and 1 score below 5.