Side-by-side comparison of two perpetual futures exchanges — updated in real time.
edgeX and Drift serve different trader profiles: edgeX optimizes for speed and leverage on Ethereum L2, while Drift offers a comprehensive Solana DeFi suite with maker rebates.
edgeX's off-chain matching engine on Ethereum L2 delivers 101 markets with 100x leverage and fees of 0.02% maker / 0.05% taker. Drift operates on Solana with a hybrid DLOB model, offering 53 markets, 20x leverage, maker rebates of 0.0025%, and 0.035% taker fees. The leverage difference is striking — 100x on edgeX versus 20x on Drift — making edgeX more suitable for aggressive leverage strategies. Drift compensates with maker rebates and lower taker fees, plus a broader product offering that includes spot trading, borrow-lend, and an Insurance Fund vault. edgeX lists nearly twice as many markets (101 vs 53). Both accept USDC, but Drift also supports SOL as collateral. Drift's four-year track record since November 2021 provides more history, while edgeX launched in August 2024. On tokens, Drift's DRIFT is live with 53% community allocation and monthly trading rewards, while edgeX's token is pre-TGE with a generous 70% community allocation.
Choose edgeX for higher leverage (100x vs 20x), more markets, and pre-TGE farming potential. Choose Drift for maker rebates, lower taker fees, and a full DeFi suite combining perps, spot, and lending on Solana.
