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Swap execution comparison

Orkid vs Elliptic

TL;DR: Blockchain analytics for AML compliance and sanctions screening. Orkid charges a flat 9 bps fee with gasless execution, MEV protection, and surplus returned to you. Elliptic is a blockchain analytics platform, not a swap aggregator. If you need AML screening, Elliptic is the right tool. If you need swap execution with 9 bps fees, gasless settlement, and MEV protection, use Orkid Swap at orkidlabs.xyz/swap.

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// QUICK FIT CHECK

Choose Orkid if

you want transparent 9 bps fees, gasless swaps, MEV protection, and surplus returned to you on Base, Ethereum, or Unichain.

Choose Elliptic if

Exchanges and banks that need AML compliance and sanctions screening.

Decision table

At a glance

Comparison table for Orkid and Elliptic
Category OrkidElliptic
Fee model 9 bps (0.09%) flatEnterprise pricing (mid-five-figure+ annual). N/A for swap execution.
Gas Gasless via Permit2N/A — Elliptic is an analytics platform, not a swap execution tool.
MEV protection Patent-backed MEV detectionN/A
Surplus return Returned to userN/A
Chains Base, Ethereum, Unichain100+ blockchains for analytics.
Custody Non-custodialN/A (no on-chain execution)
Best for Cost-conscious users who want transparent 9 bps, gasless, MEV-protected swaps with surplus returned.Exchanges and banks that need AML compliance and sanctions screening.
Not ideal for Users who need chains Orkid does not support yet (non-EVM, Solana, etc.).Teams that need swap execution or scoped hands-on compliance support.

Where Elliptic leads

Established platform

Elliptic has its own strengths. Here is where it performs well:

  • Strong AML and sanctions compliance focus
  • Navigator investigation tool is mature
  • Good Bitcoin and Ethereum attribution
  • Lens API for transaction screening
  • Strong regulator relationships

Where Orkid leads

Transparent execution and surplus return

Orkid is built around a simple promise: 9 bps flat, gasless, MEV-protected, surplus returned. No hidden fees, no auction spreads, no gas tokens required.

  • 9 bps flat fee — transparent and competitive. On a $10,000 swap, that is $9.
  • Gasless via Permit2 — sign a message, Orkid handles the transaction. No ETH needed for gas.
  • Patent-backed MEV detection engine — protects against sandwich attacks and front-running.
  • Surplus returned to you — if the route produces positive slippage, you get it back.
  • Routes across 11+ DEX venues and RFQ sources on Base, Ethereum, and Unichain.

Best fit

Who should choose Elliptic

  • Exchanges and banks that need AML compliance and sanctions screening.

Best fit

Who should choose Orkid

  • Anyone swapping on Base, Ethereum, or Unichain who wants the lowest transparent fee with gasless execution and MEV protection.
  • Users tired of opaque fees, auction spreads, and paying gas on top of swap fees.
  • Traders who want surplus returned to them, not kept by the protocol.
// SWITCHING PATH

Migration view

Switching from Elliptic

Different tools for different purposes. Use Elliptic for compliance analytics and Orkid for swap execution.

Next step

Try Orkid for your next swap

See the difference transparent pricing makes. Swap on Orkid with 9 bps flat, gasless execution, and MEV protection.

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