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OpenOcean vs 1inch

How OpenOcean and 1inch differ on routing, chains and what they’re best at.

OpenOcean1inch
CategoryDEX aggregatorDEX aggregator
TypeFull-chain routerRouter + Intent
How it worksAggregates the widest set of DEXes across the most chains (EVM + Solana + more) to find the best rate at the lowest cost, in one transaction.Pathfinder splits your trade across dozens of DEXes for the best price; Fusion mode turns it into a gasless intent filled by resolvers via a Dutch auction, with built-in MEV protection.
Chains30+ (EVM + Solana + more)12+ (EVM + Solana)
HighlightMost chains & DEXes aggregated$700B+ lifetime volume
Best forWidest chain & DEX coverageThe all-round multichain default

OpenOcean

  • Very broad chain + DEX coverage
  • One-stop for many networks
  • Limit orders + DCA
  • Routing depth trails CoW/1inch on big ETH trades
  • Brand less prominent in the West

1inch

  • Largest lifetime volume & integrations
  • Deep Pathfinder routing
  • Fusion = gasless + MEV-protected
  • Volume down sharply YoY (Q1 2026)
  • Fusion adds resolver dependency

Bottom line

Pick OpenOcean for widest chain & dex coverage; pick 1inch for the all-round multichain default.