DEX aggregators query multiple liquidity sources and route trades through optimal paths, consistently delivering better execution than single-venue trading.
How Aggregators Work
Aggregators perform three functions: quote discovery (querying many DEXs), route optimization (finding best paths), and execution (routing through smart contracts). This process happens in seconds.
Leading Aggregators
- 1inch – Largest by volume, Pathfinder algorithm, limit orders
- ParaSwap – Institutional focus, private liquidity integration
- CoW Swap – Batch auctions, built-in MEV protection
- Matcha – Clean UX, powered by 0x protocol
Benefits
Better prices through optimal routing. Automatic trade splitting to reduce price impact. Gas-efficient execution despite routing complexity. MEV protection features on many platforms.
For any significant trade, aggregators should be your default choice over direct DEX access.