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CoW Protocol vs 1inch (2026)
Intent-based batch auctions versus DEX aggregation — MEV protection and execution quality compared.
Updated June 2026
| Criteria | CoW Protocol | 1inch |
|---|---|---|
| Execution | Batch auction + solvers | Path routing + Fusion |
| MEV protection | Built-in (CoW matching) | Fusion mode optional |
| Liquidity sources | Uniswap, Curve, Balancer, etc. | 100+ DEX sources |
| Chains | Ethereum, Gnosis | Multi-chain EVM |
| Token | COW | 1INCH |
Verdict
CoW Protocol prioritises MEV protection via batch auctions; 1inch offers broad path routing and Fusion mode — CoW for sandwich-prone trades, 1inch for widest liquidity search.
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