Best of · Arbitrum · Updated Nov 8, 2026

The best Derivatives dApps on Arbitrum in 2026

We track 63 Derivatives dApps that run on Arbitrum and have reviewed 24 of them in full. Our top pick is Volmex. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.

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Volmex
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Ethereum, Polygon
Volmex publishes crypto volatility benchmarks and data feeds, with linked derivatives traded on outside venues. Its free API is accessible, but trading costs, venue rules and the risks of leveraged contracts need checking before you act.
Read the Volmex review Visit Volmex(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.3 out of 10
TVL $131K−0.1%
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Gmx
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Avalanche
GMX is a wallet-based decentralized exchange for spot swaps and perpetual trading on Arbitrum and Avalanche. It avoids a traditional exchange account, but trading costs and smart-contract risks need careful checking.
Read the Gmx review
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL —
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Gtrade by Gains Network
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Polygon
gTrade is a non-custodial perpetuals exchange for crypto and traditional-asset markets. Its high leverage raises the stakes, and you should check the full trading costs and liquidation rules before opening a position.
Read the Gtrade by Gains Network review Visit Gtrade by Gains Network(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.2 out of 10
TVL —
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Orderly Bridge
Derivatives · Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain +16
Orderly is trading infrastructure for branded perpetual DEXs, not a conventional token bridge or a single exchange. Traders use it through connected apps, so check that app’s fees, markets and terms before connecting a wallet.
Read the Orderly Bridge review Visit Orderly Bridge(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.0 out of 10
TVL $23.5M−9.6%
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Contango V2
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Ethereum, Base +7
Contango V2 automates leveraged positions using DeFi lending markets. It may suit experienced traders, but costs, liquidation risk and contract exposure need careful checking.
Read the Contango V2 review Visit Contango V2(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.9 out of 10
TVL $6.80M−0.4%
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MUX Perps
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Avalanche, BNB Chain +2
MUX Perps is a multi-chain perpetuals trading app and aggregator. Its routing and margin options may suit active traders, but check the full costs, liquidation rules and contract risks before funding a wallet.
Read the MUX Perps review Visit MUX Perps(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $8.96M−2.3%
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Ostium
Derivatives · Arbitrum
Ostium offers leveraged perpetual markets for assets such as FX, commodities, equities and crypto, through an Arbitrum-based trading app and an institutional API. It may suit experienced traders, but check the fees, contract risks and availability in your jurisdiction before depositing.
Read the Ostium review Visit Ostium(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $2.27M−4.4%
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ApeX Pro
Derivatives · Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum +4
ApeX Pro is a decentralized derivatives trading platform for leveraged perpetuals. Its current branding also promotes ApeX Omni, so check which product and trading terms you’re using before connecting a wallet.
Read the ApeX Pro review Visit ApeX Pro(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.7 out of 10
TVL $1.28M−0.1%
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Synthetix V3
Derivatives · Base, Ethereum, Arbitrum
Synthetix V3 powers leveraged perpetual futures with Ethereum-based custody and offchain order matching. It may suit experienced traders, but check the fee schedule, liquidation rules and security record before depositing.
Read the Synthetix V3 review Visit Synthetix V3(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.7 out of 10
TVL $0−0.0%
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SYMMIO
Derivatives · Base, Berachain, Arbitrum +5
SYMMIO is an on-chain derivatives clearing protocol, not a trading site. You trade through independent frontend builders, so check their costs and terms as well as the protocol’s risks before depositing.
Read the SYMMIO review Visit SYMMIO(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.2 out of 10
TVL $1.72M−12.9%
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ELFi Protocol
Derivatives · Base, Arbitrum
ELFi Protocol is a derivatives DEX offering portfolio-margin trading and pooled liquidity on Base and Arbitrum. Its trading model is described, but fees and important trust details need checking before you use it.
Read the ELFi Protocol review Visit ELFi Protocol(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.0 out of 10
TVL $1.38M−11.2%
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YieldFlow-YTrade
Derivatives · Arbitrum
YieldFlow-YTrade is an Arbitrum grid-trading protocol for automated leveraged strategies. Its product is identifiable, but fees, trading limits and detailed risk controls are not published, so check those before committing funds.
Read the YieldFlow-YTrade review Visit YieldFlow-YTrade(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.0 out of 10
TVL $55.1K−0.3%
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AlphaX
Derivatives · BNB Chain, Ethereum, Arbitrum +1
AlphaX offers spot trading, perpetuals, prediction contracts and automated trading tools, but it does not publish enough fee, licence or audit detail to make funding it an easy call. Treat its advertised leverage of up to 1,000x as exceptionally high risk.
Read the AlphaX review Visit AlphaX(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL $3.37M+0.3%
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Atomic Green
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Robinhood Chain
Atomic Green now presents a Robinhood Chain token launchpad, while its derivatives description points to a different deployment and trading setup. Check which features and network are live before connecting a wallet or funding a position.
Read the Atomic Green review Visit Atomic Green(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL $84.3K−0.1%
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Rocket Bridge
Derivatives · Arbitrum
Rocket Bridge is a USDC funding route for Rocket’s onchain derivatives exchange, not a general-purpose bridge. Check the unpublished fee rates, audit status and KYC policy before connecting a wallet.
Read the Rocket Bridge review Visit Rocket Bridge(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL $1−0.1%
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JOJO
Derivatives · Base, Arbitrum, BNB Chain +1
JOJO is a decentralized perpetuals exchange using off-chain order matching and on-chain settlement across four networks. It may suit experienced traders, but fees, trading details and audit scope need checking before you commit funds.
Read the JOJO review Visit JOJO(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL $25.0K−0.1%
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Aark Digital
Derivatives · Arbitrum
Aark Digital is an Arbitrum perpetuals DEX that advertises 0.01% trading fees and up to 1,000x leverage. Those headline terms do not explain funding costs, liquidation rules or how its trading pool is protected.
Read the Aark Digital review Visit Aark Digital(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL $0
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Apollox
Derivatives · BNB Chain, Ethereum, Arbitrum +3
ApolloX is a decentralized derivatives exchange built around off-chain order matching and on-chain settlement. Before using it, check the current fees, supported markets and network requirements; its audit and licensing details are not published.
Read the Apollox review Visit Apollox(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL —
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Evedex
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Other
Evedex is a hybrid exchange for crypto and other perpetual futures, with self-custody and high leverage as its pitch. Check its actual fees, custody setup and bonus terms before funding an account.
Read the Evedex review Visit Evedex(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.0 out of 10
TVL $3.68M+4.9%
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Jasper Vault
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Bitlayer, Base
Jasper Vault offers BTC perpetual trading with a position-protection feature called PP. Its risk-reduction claims are not a guarantee against liquidation, and key details such as fees, custody and protection mechanics need checking before you connect funds.
Read the Jasper Vault review Visit Jasper Vault(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.0 out of 10
TVL $38.9K−1.4%
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foxify
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Sonic
Foxify combines automated trading with funded trading accounts and staking, but the costs, custody model and key account rules need checking before you commit funds.
Read the foxify review Visit foxify(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 3.2 out of 10
TVL $0−0.0%
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Apex Omni
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Ethereum, Base +2
ApeX Omni is a multi-chain decentralized perpetual-futures platform. Fees, custody details and independent audits are not established, so check the trading terms before connecting funds.
Read the Apex Omni review Visit Apex Omni(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 3.0 out of 10
TVL $27.2M−4.9%
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Contango V1
Derivatives · Arbitrum, Ethereum
Contango V1 was a DeFi derivatives protocol for expiring futures, but it is marked inactive. Treat it as a historical product, not a place to open a position or deposit funds.
Read the Contango V1 review Visit Contango V1(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 2.5 out of 10
TVL $267K−1.2%
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SynFutures V1
Derivatives · Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum +1
SynFutures V1 has been phased out. It is best treated as a legacy derivatives protocol, not a place to start new trades or deposit funds.
Read the SynFutures V1 review Visit SynFutures V1(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 2.0 out of 10
TVL $12.8K−0.1%
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SunX Bridge
Derivatives · Tron, Ethereum, BNB Chain +1
SunX is a decentralized perpetual futures exchange associated with TRON, not a conventional token bridge. Its trading costs and security details are too unclear to assess confidently.
Read the SunX Bridge review Visit SunX Bridge(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $21.2M−2.4%

Derivatives dApps on Arbitrum: the numbers

Tracked: 63
Reviewed: 63
Total TVL: $128M
Avg. score: 4.8/10

SkyBitcoins tracks 63 derivatives dApps on Arbitrum. Every one of them has a full review. Across the 47 with TVL data, the combined value locked is $128M, counting value on every chain they support. No single project dominates: the largest, Apex Omni, holds 21%. The top five account for 75%, while the median derivatives dApp holds $90.4K.

By value locked, the largest derivatives dApps on Arbitrum are Apex Omni ($27.2M), Orderly Bridge ($23.5M) and SunX Bridge ($21.2M). On SkyBitcoins scores, Volmex ranks first at 6.3/10, ahead of Gmx (6.2) and Gtrade by Gains Network (6.2). The 24 rated derivatives dApps average 4.8/10, and none scores 8 or above yet.

Many also deploy elsewhere, most often on Ethereum (22), BNB Chain (21) and Base (18). Of the 41 with a confirmed status, 35 are active and 6 are inactive or wound down. In the past week, total value locked fell 4.4%. Evedex gained the most (+4.9%), while SYMMIO dropped the most (−12.9%).

Largest by TVL

1Apex Omni$27.2M
2Orderly Bridge$23.5M
3SunX Bridge$21.2M
4Aevo Perps$14.9M
5MUX Perps$8.96M

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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 derivatives dApp on Arbitrum by TVL?

Apex Omni is the largest derivatives dApp on Arbitrum by total value locked, with $27.2M across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Orderly Bridge ($23.5M) and SunX Bridge ($21.2M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.

Which derivatives dApp on Arbitrum has the highest SkyBitcoins score?

Volmex has the highest score at 6.3/10, ahead of Gmx (6.2) and Gtrade by Gains Network (6.2). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.

How many derivatives dApps on Arbitrum has SkyBitcoins reviewed?

SkyBitcoins tracks 63 derivatives dApps on Arbitrum. Of these, 63 have a full review and 47 report value locked, $128M in total, counting value on every chain they support.

Which derivatives dApps on Arbitrum grew the most this week?

Among derivatives dApps with at least $1M locked, Evedex had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+4.9%) and SYMMIO the biggest drop (−12.9%). Combined TVL moved −4.4% over the same seven days.

What is the average score for derivatives dApps on Arbitrum?

The 24 rated derivatives dApps on Arbitrum average 4.8 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 12 score below 5.

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