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Backpack vs Solid

Compare rates, fees, access, and key features side by side.

Backpack

Backpack

Quick takeBackpack offers exchange-based lending and Solana earning products with terms that depend on the asset. Its strongest feature is Auto-Lend, ...

Score3.9
VS
Solid

Solid

Solid is a Stablecoin Super-App designed to simplify DeFi yield generation. Users deposit USDC, which is automatically converted into soUSD, a yield-b...

Score4.1

General

Platform
Backpacklogo
Solidlogo
Founded
Backpack2022
Solid2025
Headquarters
BackpackTokyo, Japan
Solid
Availability
BackpackWorldwide (lending unavailable in US, a few states restricted)
SolidWorldwide

Fees & Financial

Bonus
Backpack
SolidGet $10 (spend $75 across 3+ payments at different merchants within 30 days)
Token
Backpack
Solid
Compounding
BackpackYes
SolidYes
Payouts
Backpack
Solid
Fees
Backpack
Solid
Lockup
BackpackUnbonding period applies
SolidNone
Maker Fee
Backpack0.08
Solid
Taker Fee
Backpack0.1
Solid

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
Backpack0.02%
Solid
BTC Max
Backpack
Solid
ETH Rate
Backpack0.13%
Solid
ETH Max
Backpack
Solid
Stablecoin Rate
Backpack
Solid4.5%

Backpack

Review

Pros

  • Auto-Lend can allocate supported idle balances without repeated manual subscriptions.
  • SOL returns can include validator, block, and Jito MEV rewards.
  • A balance threshold can keep part of an eligible asset outside Auto-Lend.

Cons

  • Exchange lending is unavailable to U.S. customers and may have other regional limits.
  • Lending rates change with pool demand and are not guaranteed.
  • Backpack USD is an internal unit that cannot be withdrawn directly.

Solid

Review

Pros

  • Simple one-click DeFi access via soUSD
  • No manual bridging or gas management

Cons

  • USDC focused