Size and Money Locked
Curve Finance locks about $1.34 billion, roughly four times the $333 million locked in Aero. This reflects Curve’s dominance in deep liquidity provision. Both platforms saw a decline in TVL over the past week, with Aero down about 10% and Curve down about 7%.
Activity and Fees
Aero handles a higher 24‑hour trading volume, around $923 million, compared with Curve’s $689 million. Despite the volume gap, the daily fees are close: Aero users paid about $414 thousand in fees, while Curve users paid about $376 thousand. The fee figures indicate strong activity on both DEXs.
Network Reach
Aero operates on 16 chains, including Base, Ethereum, Arbitrum and several emerging networks. Curve Finance spans 32 chains, covering major ecosystems such as Ethereum, Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, Avalanche and more. Curve’s broader deployment gives it a larger cross‑chain footprint.
Who Each Platform Suits
Aero’s cross‑chain exchange and institutional‑grade execution appeal to traders seeking high volume and efficiency on a moderate number of networks. Curve Finance’s deep liquidity pools and extensive chain support make it attractive for users who prioritize large locked capital and broad access across many blockchains.