Drift Review
Hybrid on-chain order book · Solana
24h volume
$640M
Open interest
$240M
TVL
$410M
Taker fee
0.05%
Markets
~55
Token
DRIFT
What is Drift?
Drift is Solana's most feature-complete perp DEX, running a hybrid on-chain order book with advanced order types, lending and prediction-style markets.
Who it's for
Solana traders who want order-book control and features.
✅ Pros
- Feature-rich order book on Solana
- Advanced order types
- Integrated lending and more
- Solid volume for Solana
⚠️ Cons
- Solana-only
- Liquidity trails Jupiter on some majors
- Smaller than the top venues
Compare Drift
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Is Drift safe to use?
Drift is a non-custodial perp DEX, so you trade from your own wallet and keep your keys. As with any leveraged trading there is liquidation and smart-contract risk, so verify official links and only trade what you can afford to lose.
What are Drift fees?
Drift charges around 0.05% taker fees. Always check the live fee schedule before trading.
What chain is Drift on?
Drift runs on Solana using a hybrid on-chain order book model.