ApeX Protocol

Perp DEX
$APEX · Founded 2022 · apex.exchange ↗
$0.7801.10% 24h
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★★★★★★★★★★
82/100dexwatch score · Solid

Order-book perps with frictionless, no-KYC onboarding across several L2s.

For beginners

Low barrier to try, but stick to major markets at first.

Key metrics

24h volume
$1.20B
7d volume
$8.30B
Total value locked
$38.0M
Open interest
$160.0M
Active addr · 30d
2.6K
Market share
n/a
Market cap
$180.0M
Maker / taker fee
0.02% / 0.05%
Max leverage
50×
Trading pairs
58

The honest take

Pros
No sign-up friction to start trading
Available on several L2s
Healthy weekly volume for its size
Cons
Very small active-user base
Thin TVL relative to its volume
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Non-custodial — connect your wallet and you stay in control of your funds. Leverage is high-risk; only trade what you can afford to lose.

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Frequently asked about ApeX Protocol

Is ApeX Protocol safe to use?
ApeX Protocol has a dexwatch security score of 76/100 (Solid). It has been audited by BlockSec, and because it is non-custodial you keep control of your funds in your own wallet.
What are the trading fees on ApeX Protocol?
ApeX Protocol charges a maker fee of 0.02% and a taker fee of 0.05%.
What is the maximum leverage on ApeX Protocol?
ApeX Protocol offers up to 50× leverage on supported markets. High leverage is extremely risky and can liquidate a position quickly — only trade what you can afford to lose.
Which blockchains does ApeX Protocol support?
ApeX Protocol operates on Arbitrum, BNB Chain, Base.
Is ApeX Protocol good for beginners?
Low barrier to try, but stick to major markets at first.

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Approximate snapshot from public trackers — figures move constantly and are for reference only, not financial advice. Updated May 30, 2026.