RocketX
Coverage of RocketX in the Nexus archive.
- "Slippage tolerance in DeFi. What setting 0.5% actually means and when you should change it."
The article discusses slippage tolerance in DeFi, its meaning, and when to adjust it. A setting of 0.5% means accepting at least 99.5% of the quoted amount for a transaction. The optimal setting is as low as possible while still completing the transaction.
- Is liquidity access really the main factor in which aggregator gives better rates than others? How do you actually compare them?
The author is trying to understand why RocketX consistently quotes higher than 1inch and Jumper on the same swaps. The comparison is being made to determine which aggregator gives better rates. The author submitted the question to gather more information.
- What exactly is a hybrid crypto aggregator? Is it actually better than a regular DEX aggregator?
The article discusses the concept of a hybrid crypto aggregator, comparing it to regular DEX aggregators and exploring its benefits. It mentions RocketX as an example of a hybrid CEX plus DEX aggregator. The author seeks to understand how hybrid aggregators work and their advantages.
- Is using an aggregator for cross-chain swaps always better than just using a single CEX? Or does it depend?
The user is considering using an aggregator like RocketX for cross-chain swaps instead of a single centralized exchange (CEX) like Binance. They want to understand the tradeoffs and differences between the two approaches. The user is drawn to the non-custodial aspect of RocketX but needs more information.
- What actually makes one aggregator better than another? Trying to figure out a proper evaluation framework
The author spent several days comparing aggregators and realized they needed a better framework for evaluation. They considered factors such as chain coverage, liquidity sources, and protection against MEV. The comparison became simpler when applying these criteria.
- What actually makes one aggregator better than another? Trying to figure out a proper evaluation framework
The author spent several days comparing aggregators and realized they needed a better framework for evaluation beyond basic fee comparison. They considered factors such as chain coverage, liquidity source, MEV protection, and rate types. The comparison became simpler when applying these criteria.
- Honest take on RocketX vs 1inch for cross-chain swaps - has anyone done a proper side by side ???
The author compares RocketX and 1inch for cross-chain swaps, finding RocketX to have higher rates in some cases, and questions 1inch's limited network coverage. The author seeks a systematic comparison of the two services across multiple pairs. The comparison includes factors such as rate differences and potential custody risk.
- Is there a way to get CEX-level rates without actually using a CEX? Tired of custody risk
A user seeks ways to obtain CEX-level exchange rates for cross-chain swaps while maintaining self-custody, avoiding the security risks of keeping funds on centralized exchanges. They inquire about RocketX, a service that allegedly routes trades through CEX order books without requiring account creation or custody surrender, and ask about the mechanics and safety of such transactions.