Head-to-head · DEXs & Swaps
Features, pricing, health score, community ratings — side-by-side from the live MadeOnSol database.
Updated July 18, 2026
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| Rating | (1) | (0) |
| Pricing | Free | Free |
| Health | Healthy | Healthy |
| Chain | solana only | solana only |
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| Features | 8 features | 5 features |
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Pros & cons
Analysis
Phoenix Phoenix is a decentralized exchange built from the ground up on Solana that uses a fully on-chain central limit order book (CLOB) rather than the automated market maker (AMM) model used by most DEXs.... Squid Router Squid Router is a cross-chain swap and bridging platform that routes value across 100+ blockchains — including Solana, Ethereum, Bitcoin, Cosmos, and many EVM and non-EVM networks — often in a single...
Phoenix is rated higher by the MadeOnSol community with 5.0/5 stars across 1 review, compared to 0.0/5 for Squid Router (0 reviews). That said, ratings only tell part of the story — what matters most is which tool fits your specific workflow.
Phoenix uses a free model — Free to trade. Minimal trading fees (maker/taker) that go to market makers. Standard Solana transaction fees apply., while Squid Router is free. Both tools are free, so cost isn't a deciding factor — focus on features and reliability instead.
Phoenix offers 8 features including Fully on-chain central limit order book (CLOB) with real-time matching, Limit orders, market orders, and post-only orders like a centralized exchange, Zero impermanent loss for market makers — set precise price levels, and 5 more. Squid Router counters with 5 features including Cross-chain swaps and bridging across 100+ chains including Solana, over 20,000 tokens, Aggregates bridges, 130+ DEXs, and messaging protocols (Axelar, CCTP, IBC, Chainflip, LayerZero), Intent-based Squid Intents engine with competing solvers and TEE coordination, and 2 more. The right choice depends on which specific features matter for your use case — check the individual review pages for full breakdowns.
We monitor both tools around the clock for uptime, SSL validity, and response times. Phoenix currently has a healthy health status with 100.0% uptime over the last 30 days. Squid Router is rated healthy with 100.0% uptime. For any tool you trust with your funds, trades, or yield, uptime and speed are non-negotiable.
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| Twitter Followers | 33,514 | 56,460 |
| Categories | DEXs & Swaps | DEXs & Swaps, Bridges |
| Description | Fully on-chain limit order book DEX built natively on Solana | Single-click cross-chain swaps across 100+ blockchains including Solana |
Both Phoenix and Squid Router operate in the dexs & swaps space, so this is a direct head-to-head. Phoenix has the community's vote, but your mileage may vary depending on your specific needs. We recommend trying both — Phoenix is free to start and Squid Router is free to start. Read user reviews on each tool's page for real-world feedback from the Solana community.