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The best Bridges on Optimism in 2026
We track 8 Bridges that run on Optimism and have reviewed 6 of them in full. Our top pick is LayerZero V2. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.
Ranked list
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LayerZero V2
Bridge · Polygon, Ethereum, ApeChain +76
LayerZero V2 is cross-chain messaging infrastructure used by apps, not a standalone bridge for moving funds. You can use it through compatible apps, but check the route, fees and app-specific security before sending assets.
ScoreScore 6.3 out of 10TVL $17.5B+3.4% - 2
USDT0
Bridge · Ethereum, Arbitrum, Avalanche +26
USDT0 is a way to move Tether’s dollar token across supported blockchains. Its stated 1:1 backing is useful, but check transfer costs, the route and redemption details before sending funds.
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10TVL $3.36B+8.0% - 3
CCIP
Bridge · Ethereum, Solana, Avalanche +17
CCIP is Chainlink’s protocol for moving tokens and messages between blockchains through apps that integrate it. Check the exact route, fees and contract risks before you transfer; it is not a standalone bridge interface.
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10TVL $1.85B−1.8% - 4
cBridge
Bridge · Ethereum, BNB Chain, Polygon +23
cBridge moves assets between supported blockchains, but its fees and route-specific security details need checking before you send funds. Compare the displayed quote with a native or alternative route.
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10TVL $11.6M−2.9% - 5
Ulysses
Bridge · Ethereum, Metis, Optimism +9
Ulysses is described as a cross-chain liquidity and swap protocol, but its app is branded Hermes and publishes little about fees or safeguards. Treat it as a cautious, verify-each-transaction option rather than a proven bridge.
ScoreScore 4.2 out of 10TVL $25.7K−0.8% - 6
Wan Bridge
Bridge · XRP Ledger, Ethereum, BNB Chain +28
Wan Bridge is a cross-chain bridge for moving assets between many blockchain networks. Its network list is broad, but fees, wallet support and the scope of its listed audits need checking before you transfer.
ScoreScore 4.0 out of 10TVL $5.56M−4.0% - 7
ShimmerBridge
Bridge · Ethereum, Avalanche, BNB Chain +5
ShimmerBridge is described as a LayerZero wrapped-asset bridge for ShimmerEVM. Its fees, security details and steps for using it are not clear enough to assess before you move funds.
ScoreNot rated yetTVL $175K−0.8% - 8
RenVM
Bridge · Solana, Ethereum, Avalanche +6
RenVM was designed to move assets such as BTC, BCH and ZEC into decentralized apps on other chains. Ren’s current site says a new protocol is coming soon, so you can’t rely on it as a live bridge without confirming its status.
ScoreNot rated yetTVL —
Bridges on Optimism: the numbers
- Tracked
- 8
- Reviewed
- 8
- Total TVL
- $22.8B
- Avg. score
- 5.3/10
SkyBitcoins tracks 8 bridges on Optimism. Every one of them has a full review. The 7 that report TVL hold $22.8B between them, counting value on every chain they support. LayerZero V2 dominates, with 77% of that total. The top five account for 100%, while the median bridge holds $11.6M.
By value locked, the largest bridges on Optimism are LayerZero V2 ($17.5B), USDT0 ($3.36B) and CCIP ($1.85B). On SkyBitcoins scores, LayerZero V2 ranks first at 6.3/10, ahead of USDT0 (5.8) and CCIP (5.8). That makes LayerZero V2 both the biggest and the best-rated. The 6 rated bridges average 5.3/10, and none scores 8 or above yet.
Many also deploy elsewhere, most often on Polygon (8), Ethereum (8) and Arbitrum (8). All 6 with a confirmed status are active. Over the last seven days, combined TVL rose 3.6%. USDT0 gained the most (+8.0%), while Wan Bridge dropped the most (−4.0%).
Largest by TVL
- 1
LayerZero V2$17.5B
- 2
USDT0$3.36B
- 3
CCIP$1.85B
- 4
cBridge$11.6M
- 5
Wan Bridge$5.56M
Highest rated
- 1
- 2
- 3
- 4
- 5
Ulysses4.2
Method
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 bridge on Optimism by TVL?
LayerZero V2 is the largest bridge on Optimism by total value locked, with $17.5B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by USDT0 ($3.36B) and CCIP ($1.85B). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.
Which bridge on Optimism has the highest SkyBitcoins score?
LayerZero V2 has the highest score at 6.3/10, ahead of USDT0 (5.8) and CCIP (5.8). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.
How many bridges on Optimism has SkyBitcoins reviewed?
SkyBitcoins tracks 8 bridges on Optimism. Of these, 8 have a full review and 7 report value locked, $22.8B in total, counting value on every chain they support.
Which bridges on Optimism grew the most this week?
Among bridges with at least $1M locked, USDT0 had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+8.0%) and Wan Bridge the biggest drop (−4.0%). Combined TVL moved +3.6% over the same seven days.
What is the average score for bridges on Optimism?
The 6 rated bridges on Optimism average 5.3 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 2 score below 5.