Size and Money Locked
Uniswap has about $3.6 billion locked, while Curve Finance holds around $1.3 billion. This makes Uniswap roughly three times larger in total value locked. Both protocols experienced a TVL dip in the last seven days, with Uniswap down about 5% and Curve down about 7%.
Activity and Fees
Uniswap processes roughly $2.8 billion in 24‑hour volume, far exceeding Curve’s $690 million. The higher activity translates into larger fees collected: Uniswap users paid about $2.8 million in fees in the last day, compared with Curve’s $376 thousand. These figures highlight Uniswap’s stronger trading flow.
Networks and Reach
Uniswap is deployed on 47 chains, spanning Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Polygon and many others. Curve Finance operates on 32 chains, including Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum and Polygon. Uniswap’s broader network gives it access to a larger set of users and assets.
Who Each Platform Suits
Uniswap’s large TVL, high volume and extensive chain support make it ideal for traders seeking deep liquidity and broad market exposure. Curve Finance’s focus on advanced bonding curves and a more compact chain list appeals to users looking for stablecoin swaps and efficient on‑chain liquidity for specific assets.