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dYdX vs Aftermath: which perp DEX is better?

A side-by-side comparison of dYdX and Aftermath on fees, leverage, volume, chain and token.

dYdXAftermath
24h volume$39Mn/a
Maker fee1 bpsn/a
Taker fee5 bpsn/a
Max leverage100xn/a
ModelOrderbookOrderbook
ChaindYdX Chain (Cosmos)Sui
Token$DYDXNo token
AssetsCryptoCrypto, Forex, Commodities

dYdX vs Aftermath: which should you choose?

If your priority is cost, dYdX wins on taker fees (5 bps). For maximum leverage, dYdX goes up to 100x. For depth and liquidity, dYdX trades the most volume of the two.

dYdX runs a orderbook on dYdX Chain (Cosmos), while Aftermath runs a orderbook on Sui. Read the full profiles: dYdX and Aftermath.

FAQ

Is dYdX or Aftermath cheaper?
dYdX has the lower taker fee (5 bps vs n/a). Funding rates also affect total cost, so check both before trading.
Which has higher leverage, dYdX or Aftermath?
dYdX offers more, up to 100x, versus n/a. Higher leverage means higher liquidation risk.
Which is bigger, dYdX or Aftermath?
dYdX has more listed 24h volume ($39M), which usually means deeper liquidity and less slippage.

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Not financial advice. Volume figures are compiled from each venue's public data on our live rankings and may lag; fees, leverage and token status are curated and can change. Always verify on the exchange before trading. Perpetual futures are high risk and leverage can liquidate your position.