Comparison of Compound vs. Convex Finance


Compound vs. Convex Finance

Compound Convex Finance
Type Lending Protocol Yield Optimization
Supported Assets ETH, BTC, Stablecoins Stablecoins, Curve Pools
APY Range (%) 1%–10% 5%–40%
Impermanent Loss Risk None–Low Low
Fees Gas Fees Performance Fees
Security Measures Audited Smart Contracts Smart Contract Audits
Complexity Beginner–Moderate Advanced
Blockchain(s) Ethereum Ethereum
Lock-up Periods None (withdraw anytime) None (but 16-week lock for max rewards)
Ideal For Passive Investors, Newbies Curve LPs