Short answer
Lighter locks about $784 million, trades roughly $10 million daily and earns about $314 k in fees. Aster locks about $749 million, trades around $8 million daily and earns about $192 k in fees. Aster is available on nine chains while Lighter runs on four.
Size and money locked
Lighter’s total value locked stands at roughly $784 million, a touch above Aster’s $749 million. Both platforms have seen a modest decline in TVL over the past week, with Lighter down about 3 % and Aster down about 2 %.
Activity and fees
In the last 24 hours Lighter processed about $10 million in trade volume, compared with Aster’s $8 million. The higher activity translates into higher fees: Lighter users paid roughly $314 k, while Aster users paid about $192 k.
Networks and reach
Lighter operates on four networks: Ethereum, Arbitrum, Robinhood Chain and zkLighter. Aster is deployed on nine networks, covering BSC, Ethereum, Arbitrum, Solana, Scroll, Manta, opBNB, zkSync Era and Base, giving it a wider cross‑chain presence.
Who each platform suits
Lighter’s strong TVL, higher trading volume and fee generation make it appealing to users prioritising liquidity and robust trading activity. Aster’s extensive chain support and flexible trading modes cater to traders who value cross‑chain access and the ability to switch between simple and professional interfaces.