Arcus Alternatives
18 perpetual DEX alternatives ranked — updated 2026-10-04
Rated 4.2/5. Aevo is a non-custodial Layer 2 DEX offering perpetuals and options with up to 20x leverage, using an off-chain order book with on-chain settlement.
20x leverage · 0.08% taker · No KYC
Offers higher leverage up to 1001x and higher 24h volume ($668M) versus Arcus.
1001x leverage · 0.04% taker · No KYC
Offers higher leverage up to 100x and higher 24h volume ($293M) versus Arcus.
100x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
Offers lower 0% taker fee and higher 24h volume ($511M) versus Arcus.
50x leverage · 0% taker · No KYC
Rated 4/5. dYdX is a decentralized derivatives exchange on its own Cosmos appchain offering 73 perpetual markets with up to 50x leverage on BTC and ETH, plus Solana spot trading.
50x leverage · 0.05% taker · No KYC
Offers higher leverage up to 200x and higher 24h volume ($709M) versus Arcus.
200x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
Offers lower 0% taker fee and higher 24h volume ($907M) versus Arcus.
50x leverage · 0% taker · No KYC
Rated 3.6/5. Nado is a non-custodial order book DEX on Kraken's Ink L2 offering 77 perpetual markets, spot, and lending with unified margin and 0.035% taker fees.
50x leverage · 0.035% taker · No KYC
Rated 3/5. BULK is a non-custodial Solana perp DEX in invite-only mainnet offering a 0.035% taker fee, 0% maker fee, and 40x leverage with portfolio margin.
40x leverage · 0.035% taker · No KYC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best alternative to Arcus?
The highest-rated alternative to Arcus is Hyperliquid (4.8/5), a DEX with up to 50x leverage and a 0.045% taker fee. Offers higher 24h volume ($2.3B) versus Arcus.
Why look for a Arcus alternative?
Traders compare Arcus alternatives for lower fees, higher leverage, different collateral or chains, KYC vs no-KYC access, or geo-restrictions. All 18 alternatives here are live perpetual DEXs, ranked on the same up-to-date data as our Arcus review.
Are these Arcus alternatives no-KYC?
Most are. 18 of the 18 alternatives let you trade by connecting a wallet with no identity verification. Check each card — hybrid exchanges may require KYC.