DeFi Lending Platforms
DeFi lending protocols let you lend and borrow crypto without intermediaries. No KYC, no credit checks — just connect your wallet. Rates are set algorithmically based on supply and demand. Here are the DeFi protocols we review and track.
Aave
The largest DeFi lending protocol by TVL. Permissionless, overcollateralized lending and borrowing across multiple blockchains with flash loans and rate switching.
Lend
1-8% APY
Borrow
2-12% APR
Max LTV
80%
Compound
Pioneer DeFi lending protocol known for algorithmic interest rates and the COMP governance token. Compound V3 (Comet) focuses on single-asset lending markets.
Lend
1-6% APY
Borrow
2-10% APR
Max LTV
83%
MakerDAO
The protocol behind DAI, the largest decentralized stablecoin. Users deposit collateral into Vaults to mint DAI — effectively borrowing against crypto assets.
Lend
3-8% APY (DSR)
Borrow
3-8% APR
Max LTV
67%
Maple Finance
Institutional DeFi lending protocol enabling undercollateralized loans to vetted corporate borrowers. Leading on-chain private credit market.
Lend
6-15% APY
Borrow
Negotiated (institutional)
Max LTV
Undercollateralized
Morpho
DeFi lending optimizer that sits on top of Aave and Compound, matching lenders and borrowers peer-to-peer for better rates while maintaining the same liquidity guarantees.
Lend
2-10% APY
Borrow
1-8% APR
Max LTV
Matches underlying protocol
Spark Protocol
MakerDAO-affiliated lending protocol offering DAI borrowing with competitive rates. Features the Dai Savings Rate (DSR) and acts as the primary distribution channel for DAI.
Lend
5-8% APY (DSR)
Borrow
5-8% APR
Max LTV
80%
TrueFi
On-chain credit protocol for uncollateralized lending to vetted institutional borrowers. Backed by Archblock (formerly TrustToken), with portfolio management tools.
Lend
6-12% APY
Borrow
Negotiated
Max LTV
Uncollateralized
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