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Drift Alternatives

12 perpetual DEX alternatives ranked — updated 2026-10-04

01
Hyperliquid ☆ 4.8 DEX

Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

50x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
02
GRVT ☆ 4.5 HYBRID

Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

50x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
03
Paradex ☆ 4.5 HYBRID

Offers lower 0% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

50x leverage · 0% taker · No KYC
04
GMX ☆ 4.4 DEX

Offers higher leverage up to 100x versus Drift.

100x leverage · 0.06% taker · No KYC
05
Aevo ☆ 4.2 DEX

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
06
Aster ☆ 4.2 DEX

Offers lower 0.04% taker fee and higher leverage up to 1001x versus Drift.

1001x leverage · 0.04% taker · No KYC
07
edgeX ☆ 4.2 DEX

Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 100x versus Drift.

100x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
08
Lighter ☆ 4.2 DEX

Offers lower 0% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

50x leverage · 0% taker · No KYC
09
Extended ☆ 4.1 DEX

Offers lower 0.025% taker fee and higher leverage up to 100x versus Drift.

100x leverage · 0.025% taker · No KYC
10
dYdX ☆ 4.0 DEX

Offers lower 0.05% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

50x leverage · 0.05% taker · No KYC
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EVEDEX ☆ 3.9 HYBRID

Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 200x versus Drift.

200x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC
12
Veranta ☆ 3.5 DEX

Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 500x versus Drift.

500x leverage · 0.045% taker · No KYC

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best alternative to Drift?

The highest-rated alternative to Drift is Hyperliquid (4.8/5), a DEX with up to 50x leverage and a 0.045% taker fee. Offers lower 0.045% taker fee and higher leverage up to 50x versus Drift.

Why look for a Drift alternative?

Traders compare Drift alternatives for lower fees, higher leverage, different collateral or chains, KYC vs no-KYC access, or geo-restrictions. All 12 alternatives here are live perpetual DEXs, ranked on the same up-to-date data as our Drift review.

Are these Drift alternatives no-KYC?

Most are. 12 of the 12 alternatives let you trade by connecting a wallet with no identity verification. Check each card — hybrid exchanges may require KYC.

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