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Swap execution comparison

Orkid vs ParaSwap

TL;DR: Multi-chain DEX aggregator with gasless API and positive slippage sharing. Orkid charges a flat 9 bps fee with gasless execution, MEV protection, and surplus returned to you. Orkid charges 9 bps vs ParaSwap gasless at 36 bps — 4x cheaper. Orkid also returns full surplus to you, while ParaSwap shares positive slippage with an unclear split. Both are gasless, but Orkid is cheaper and more transparent.

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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 ParaSwap if

Developers who need a gasless swap API for their dApp and are willing to pay 36 bps for it.

Decision table

At a glance

Comparison table for Orkid and ParaSwap
Category OrkidParaSwap
Fee model 9 bps (0.09%) flatStandard: 0 bps, you pay pool fees + gas. Gasless (API): ~36 bps with gas sponsored.
Gas Gasless via Permit2Standard: user pays gas. Gasless: ParaSwap sponsors gas via meta-transactions.
MEV protection Patent-backed MEV detectionGasless mode routes through private relayers. Standard mode is exposed to MEV.
Surplus return Returned to userPartial. ParaSwap has a positive slippage sharing feature, but the split is not always clear.
Chains Base, Ethereum, UnichainEthereum, Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, Polygon, BNB, Avalanche, and others.
Custody Non-custodialNon-custodial
Best for Cost-conscious users who want transparent 9 bps, gasless, MEV-protected swaps with surplus returned.Developers who need a gasless swap API for their dApp and are willing to pay 36 bps for it.
Not ideal for Users who need chains Orkid does not support yet (non-EVM, Solana, etc.).Cost-conscious users who want the lowest transparent fee and full surplus return.

Where ParaSwap leads

Established platform

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

  • Multi-route optimization across many DEXs and RFQ sources
  • Gasless API for developers who want to sponsor gas for their users
  • Positive slippage sharing feature (though the split is not transparent)
  • Wide chain support
  • ParaSwap DAO and PSP token governance

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 ParaSwap

  • Developers who need a gasless swap API for their dApp and are willing to pay 36 bps for it.

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 ParaSwap

If you use ParaSwap gasless, Orkid uses a similar Permit2 signature flow. The main difference is cost: 9 bps vs 36 bps, and surplus: full return vs partial sharing.

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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