Best of · Ethereum · Updated Nov 8, 2026

The best Cross Chain Bridges on Ethereum in 2026

We track 61 Cross Chain Bridges that run on Ethereum and have reviewed 24 of them in full. Our top pick is Violet Garden. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.

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Violet Garden
Cross Chain Bridge · Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana +9
Garden is a non-custodial swap service for moving Bitcoin and other assets across chains. Its solver-and-HTLC design avoids wrapped BTC, but check the live quote, supported route and refund terms before swapping.
Read the Violet Garden review Visit Violet Garden(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10
TVL —
2
Across
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Arbitrum, Optimism +19
Across is an intent-based bridge for moving tokens between supported blockchains. It advertises fast transfers and low fees, but check the live quote and route before you sign.
Read the Across review Visit Across(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.7 out of 10
TVL $15.4M−6.0%
3
Axelar Cross Chain
Cross Chain Bridge · BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Ethereum
Axelar connects blockchains for token transfers and cross-chain app calls, with a Satellite app for users and tools for developers. Fees and key security details need checking before you move funds.
Read the Axelar Cross Chain review Visit Axelar Cross Chain(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.4 out of 10
TVL $5.08M−0.2%
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Symbiosis
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, TON, Tron +53
Symbiosis is a cross-chain swap and bridge for moving supported tokens across 50+ networks. Its routing may save you from comparing bridges yourself, but check the quote, fees and route before approving.
Read the Symbiosis review Visit Symbiosis(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL $8.09M−10.8%
5
Maya Protocol
Cross Chain Bridge · Zcash, Bitcoin, Ethereum +4
Maya Protocol is a non-custodial cross-chain swap network for native crypto assets. It may suit you if you want to swap across supported chains, but check each quote and understand the protocol and vault risks before sending funds.
Read the Maya Protocol review Visit Maya Protocol(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL $5.85M−0.4%
6
Layerzero
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum
LayerZero is cross-chain messaging infrastructure, not a one-click bridge for every asset. It can support apps that move assets or messages between chains, but costs and security depend on the app and route you use.
Read the Layerzero review
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL —
7
Wormhole
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Solana, Cosmos +5
Wormhole is cross-chain messaging infrastructure that can move tokens and data between supported blockchains. Its validator network and bug bounty are positives, but check the route, fees and security risks before using it.
Read the Wormhole review Visit Wormhole(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.1 out of 10
TVL —
8
Stargate V2
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, BNB Chain, Arbitrum +21
Stargate V2 is a cross-chain bridge for moving supported assets between networks. It offers broad chain coverage, but check the route quote and destination network carefully before transferring.
Read the Stargate V2 review Visit Stargate V2(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $79.2M+3.6%
9
Hyperlane
Cross Chain Bridge · BNB Chain, Ethereum, Base +23
Hyperlane is an interoperability protocol for bridging assets and sending messages across blockchains, with a consumer-facing bridge called Nexus. Its wide reach may be useful, but fees and security details need checking before you move funds.
Read the Hyperlane review Visit Hyperlane(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $69.9M−5.0%
10
Stargate V1
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Arbitrum, Mantle +9
Stargate V1 is a LayerZero-powered bridge for moving assets between blockchains. It may suit you if your route and asset are supported, but check the live quote and destination network before sending funds.
Read the Stargate V1 review Visit Stargate V1(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $8.59M−0.8%
11
NEAR Intents
Cross Chain Bridge · Near, Ethereum, Tron +21
NEAR Intents routes cross-chain swaps through competing market makers, but fees, custody and audit details are not clear. Check the live quote and destination details before approving a swap.
Read the NEAR Intents review Visit NEAR Intents(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10
TVL $192M−4.4%
12
Mayan Bridge
Cross Chain Bridge · Base, Arbitrum, Ethereum +6
Mayan is a cross-chain swap and bridge service for moving assets between networks, either through its swap experience or an app integration. Check the live quote and destination network before signing: Mayan does not publish a fee schedule or clear details about custody and audit coverage.
Read the Mayan Bridge review Visit Mayan Bridge(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10
TVL $122K−0.0%
13
CrossCurve
Cross Chain Bridge · Taiko, xDai, BNB Chain +17
CrossCurve is a cross-chain DeFi app and integration layer for swaps, bridging and other on-chain operations. Its published fees and security details leave important questions to check before you move funds.
Read the CrossCurve review Visit CrossCurve(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.3 out of 10
TVL $33.6K−6.3%
14
Layerswap
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Solana, Bitcoin +5
Layerswap is a cross-chain bridge and swap service. You can check routes and a fee quote before starting, but confirm the exact route, custody details and security information before sending funds.
Read the Layerswap review Visit Layerswap(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.2 out of 10
TVL —
15
Allbridge
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Solana, Tron
Allbridge is a wallet-based bridge for moving stablecoins and other tokens across supported blockchains. Fees, security disclosures and transfer times need checking before you send funds.
Read the Allbridge review Visit Allbridge(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.0 out of 10
TVL —
16
EverRise
Cross Chain Bridge · BNB Chain, Ethereum, Polygon +2
EverRise is a multi-chain DeFi toolkit with bridging, swaps and security apps. Its product range is clear, but fees, custody details and audit scope need checking before you use it.
Read the EverRise review Visit EverRise(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL $14.8K−0.6%
17
Allbridge Core
Cross Chain Bridge · Sui, Solana, Stellar +11
Allbridge Core is a cross-chain stablecoin bridge using native liquidity pools. Its supported networks are broad, but check current fees, routes and security details before moving funds.
Read the Allbridge Core review Visit Allbridge Core(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL —
18
Interport Finance
Cross Chain Bridge · Scroll, Ethereum, Linea +13
Interport Finance is a cross-chain swap app that routes trades across multiple networks. It may suit you if you want one-step swaps, but its fees and security details need checking before you connect a wallet.
Read the Interport Finance review Visit Interport Finance(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL $3.61K−0.1%
19
Eywa
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Avalanche, Polygon +4
Eywa’s CrossCurve aims to route swaps and transfers across chains through one DeFi interface. The routing concept is useful, but check the quote, fees and security details before moving funds.
Read the Eywa review Visit Eywa(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL —
20
Counterstake
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon +2
Counterstake is a non-custodial bridge for moving tokens between Obyte and supported networks. Its no-protocol-fee claim is appealing, but the project warns that the software is untested and only some contracts have been audited.
Read the Counterstake review Visit Counterstake(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL —
21
Hashport
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, Hedera, Avalanche +9
Hashport is a cross-chain bridge covering 12 networks, but its fees, custody model and transfer process are not clear. Check those details before moving assets.
Read the Hashport review Visit Hashport(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.3 out of 10
TVL $1.60M−3.5%
22
TeleSwap
Cross Chain Bridge · Bitcoin, BNB Chain, Polygon +8
TeleSwap offers cross-chain swaps and Bitcoin bridging, but reports of a 2026 exploit make it important to verify the current security and withdrawal status before using it.
Read the TeleSwap review Visit TeleSwap(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.0 out of 10
TVL $150K−47.2%
23
Meter Passport
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum, BNB Chain, Theta +5
Meter Passport is a multichain bridge for the Meter ecosystem, but transfers are temporarily unavailable while it is under maintenance.
Read the Meter Passport review Visit Meter Passport(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 2.0 out of 10
TVL $24.8K−60.5%
24
Aztec Connect
Cross Chain Bridge · Ethereum
Aztec Connect was a privacy-focused Ethereum bridge for accessing DeFi, but it is inactive and was reported deprecated in 2023. Don’t treat it as a live service or send it funds.
Read the Aztec Connect review Visit Aztec Connect(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 2.0 out of 10
TVL $0
25
Kraken Bitcoin
Cross Chain Bridge · Bitcoin, Ethereum, Optimism
Kraken Bitcoin is a cross chain bridge project on Bitcoin, Ethereum and Optimism. Its team publishes little about how it works, what it costs or how funds are secured, so treat it with care.
Read the Kraken Bitcoin review Visit Kraken Bitcoin(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $716M−2.5%

Cross Chain Bridges on Ethereum: the numbers

Tracked: 61
Reviewed: 61
Total TVL: $1.18B
Avg. score: 5.2/10

The SkyBitcoins index lists 61 cross chain bridges on Ethereum. Every one of them has a full review. The 36 that report TVL hold $1.18B between them, counting value on every chain they support. Kraken Bitcoin dominates, with 61% of that total. The five largest make up 95% of the total; the median is $122K.

By value locked, the largest cross chain bridges on Ethereum are Kraken Bitcoin ($716M), NEAR Intents ($192M) and Stargate V2 ($79.2M). The best-rated is Violet Garden with 7.0/10, followed by Across (6.7) and Axelar Cross Chain (6.4). The 24 rated cross chain bridges average 5.2/10, and none scores 8 or above yet.

Many also deploy elsewhere, most often on BNB Chain (42), Polygon (39) and Arbitrum (31). Of the 37 with a confirmed status, 34 are active and 3 are inactive or wound down. In the past week, total value locked fell 2.8%. Stargate V2 gained the most (+3.6%), while Symbiosis dropped the most (−10.8%).

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How we ranked them

Reviewed dApps come first. Each SkyBitcoins review scores security, ease of use, fees and features from 0 to 10 using public facts such as audits, documentation and on-chain data; the overall score orders the list, with total value locked as the tie-breaker. Projects we have not reviewed yet follow, ordered by total value locked. Scores are never sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the largest cross chain bridge on Ethereum by TVL?

Kraken Bitcoin is the largest cross chain bridge on Ethereum by total value locked, with $716M across all the chains it supports. It is followed by NEAR Intents ($192M) and Stargate V2 ($79.2M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.

Which cross chain bridge on Ethereum has the highest SkyBitcoins score?

Violet Garden has the highest score at 7.0/10, ahead of Across (6.7) and Axelar Cross Chain (6.4). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.

How many cross chain bridges on Ethereum has SkyBitcoins reviewed?

SkyBitcoins tracks 61 cross chain bridges on Ethereum. Of these, 61 have a full review and 36 report value locked, $1.18B in total, counting value on every chain they support.

Which cross chain bridges on Ethereum grew the most this week?

Among cross chain bridges with at least $1M locked, Stargate V2 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+3.6%) and Symbiosis the biggest drop (−10.8%). Combined TVL moved −2.8% over the same seven days.

What is the average score for cross chain bridges on Ethereum?

The 24 rated cross chain bridges on Ethereum average 5.2 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 9 score below 5.

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