Compare the fastest blockchain networks by TPS, consensus mechanism, and key features. Find the right chain for your needs.
Ranked by average block time — 2026 verified data. Faster block time = faster transaction confirmation.
| # | Cryptocurrency | Avg Block Time | Tags | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |
Kaspa (KAS)
|
0.1 s | BlockDAG Ultra-fast PoW | kaspa.org |
| 02 |
Qubic
|
1 s | Near-instant AI Compute CertiK Audited | qubic.org |
| 03 |
Solana (SOL)
|
0.4 s | PoH DeFi / NFT Ecosystem | solana.com |
| 04 |
SUI
|
0.5 s | Narwhal/Tusk PoS Move Language | sui.io |
| 05 |
Sonic (Fantom)
|
1 s | Fast Finality EVM Compatible Scalable | soniclabs.com |
| 06 |
NEXA (NEX)
|
1 s | Micropayments UTXO Speed Optimized | nexa.org |
| 07 |
XELIS (XEL)
|
5 s | BlockDAG Privacy PoW/DeFi MiCA Compliant | xelis.io |
| 08 |
Avalanche (AVAX)
|
2 s | Multi-chain Subnets dApps | avax.network |
| 09 |
Ethereum (ETH)
|
12 s | PoS Smart Contracts DeFi Leader | ethereum.org |
| 10 |
Litecoin (LTC)
|
2.5 min | PoW Scrypt Payments | litecoin.org |
| 11 |
Bitcoin Cash (BCH)
|
10 min | PoW Payments Low Fees | bch.info |
| 12 |
Bitcoin (BTC)
|
10 min | PoW Store of Value Gold Standard | bitcoin.org |
Cryptocurrencies with built-in privacy features — from untraceable to confidential transactions.
| # | Cryptocurrency | Privacy Type | Explanation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 |
Monero (XMR)
|
Untraceable | Monero integrated Seraphis and Triptych, enhancing privacy by optimizing ring signatures and reducing transaction size with Bulletproofs+, while maintaining stealth addresses and RingCT for full confidentiality. It is now preparing to adopt Jamtis, aiming to further improve scalability, privacy, and resistance to advanced blockchain analysis and potential quantum attacks. |
| 02 |
Firo (FIRO)
|
Untraceable |
Firo uses Lelantus Spark, an advanced privacy protocol ensuring 100% private transactions by default: amounts, senders, and recipients are hidden via zk-SNARKs proofs, untraceable stealth addresses, and a trustless modular design. Spark also enables one-click transparent→private transactions, simplifying use while guaranteeing full anonymity.
The protocol is audited with no critical vulnerabilities, and adds features like Spark Names (human-readable addresses) and Spark Assets (custom private assets), boosting both privacy and usability. |
| 03 |
Verge (XVG)
|
Untraceable | Routes transactions through Tor and I2P networks. Wraith Protocol allows switching between public and private ledgers. |
| 04 |
Dash
|
Confidential | Optional PrivateSend feature mixes transactions using CoinJoin to obscure the transaction trail. |
| 05 |
XELIS (XEL)
|
Confidential | MiCA and DIC8 compliant confidential transactions. Combines BlockDAG speed with built-in privacy at the protocol level. |