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Aave vs Spark

Comparing the lending giant with MakerDAO's native lending protocol.

LendingUpdated Feb 15, 2024
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Feature Comparison

FeatureAaveSpark
TVL
$10B+Winner
$2B+
Chains
7+Winner
1
DAI Integration
Standard
NativeWinner
LST LTV
Standard
HigherWinner

Overview

Aave and Spark both offer lending services, but Spark is specifically optimized for the MakerDAO ecosystem and DSR access.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Scope

Aave: Multi-chain lending across 7+ networks with many assets. Spark: Focused on Ethereum, optimized for DAI/sDAI and Maker integration.

Key Features

  • Aave: Flash loans, stable rates, broad asset support
  • Spark: High LTV for LSTs, DSR access, sDAI integration

Best Rates

Spark often offers better rates for ETH/LST borrowing against DAI due to Maker subsidy.

When to Choose Each

Aave: Multi-chain needs, broad asset support Spark: DAI borrowing, DSR yield, LST collateral

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Risk analysis

Aave is more diversified; Spark concentrates in Maker ecosystem. Both well-audited.

Verdict

Use Spark for DAI and LST strategies; Aave for everything else.

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