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Convex vs Yearn (2026)
Curve boost aggregator versus general yield optimizer — how CVX and YFI strategies differ.
Updated June 2026
| Criteria | Convex | Yearn |
|---|---|---|
| Focus | Curve/Frax gauge boosting | Multi-protocol vaults |
| User action | Stake LP / cvxCRV | Deposit to vaults |
| Token | CVX | YFI |
| Governance power | Dominates veCRV | Multi-protocol voter |
| Complexity | Moderate (Curve-native) | Lower (vault abstraction) |
Verdict
Convex for maximising Curve/Frax gauge yields; Yearn for set-and-forget vault strategies across protocols.
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