Starknet

430 reviews, 19% of them positive.19% positive · 430 reviews· Influence factor 98, above 19% of accounts

The record

From 44 activities · Apr 2026

Starknet is a ZK-rollup with solid technology—STARK proofs, Cairo language, low fees, and account abstraction—but faces severe community backlash centered on its airdrop distribution. The snapshot criteria excluded active users who lacked ETH balance despite using the network, and dismissive team communication (notably calling community members "e-beggars") fractured trust. Post-TGE, the token price collapsed dramatically, user activity dried up, and the project is widely perceived as having prioritized insiders over genuine supporters, leaving it labeled a "ghost chain" despite its technical merit.

What people say

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“Promising but Still Rough Around the Edges”Starknet feels like it’s still finding its rhythm. I can see the potential, especially with how they’re scaling on Ethereum, but the user experience just isn’t quite there yet. Sometimes things are smooth, but other times it’s a bit of a mess. The dev community seems solid though, and I like that they’re pushing boundaries on L2 tech. But honestly, the ecosystem still feels a little early for the average user. I wouldn’t call it bad, just not quite ready for prime time. I’m watching closely though,if they clean things up and more apps go live, it could be a serious contender. For now, it’s a wait-and-see project for me. Neutral vibes until it levels up.

Taking Tom · 1227· 1y ago · neutral8

“Not good”They lied to communities, used them as exit startegy

masha 🫰🏽 · 1257· 1y ago · negative8

“Rugged the communtiy with the airdrop, no one is using the tech”Removed about 60% of community from the airdrop and destroyed the community, now it's a ghost chain no one is using

Alex · 1295· 1y ago · negative8

“Starknet fuses Bitcoin’s integrity and Ethereum’s utility to unleash a whole new DeFi experience.”Unlimited Scale Starknet utilizes the power of STARK technology to ensure computational integrity. By validating off-chain transactions with advanced math and cryptography, Starknet overcomes Ethereum’s scalability limitations. Starknet is a Validity Rollup that provides unlimited scale while retaining Ethereum’s security and decentralization. Superior UX Starknet offers efficient and user-friendly experiences by employing Native Account Abstraction. All accounts are smart accounts: their behavior is determined by their developers rather than at the protocol level. This means unparalleled flexibility in account management. Developers can customize their applications beyond protocol constraints to elevate user experience and security. Developer Hub Starknet is home to the fastest-growing Layer 2 (L2) developer community due to its novel approach to scaling Ethereum and making it economically feasible to build even the most complex dApps. The Developer Hub provides a variety of manuals and resources for builders, by builders, on how to get started on Starknet.

Smit 🦅 SuperIntent 🎯 · 1197· 1y ago8

“A Ghostly Chain with an Airdrop That Burned Trust”The ethos of Starknet’s online presence is a letdown, hyping itself as a cutting-edge Layer-2 solution for Ethereum but stumbling into a reputation as a lifeless “ghost chain” that’s left its community bitter. Positioned as a ZK-Rollup built on STARK technology, Starknet boasts big ideas like scalability and low-cost transactions, but the reality feels like a mirage. Users widely criticize its February 2024 airdrop of 700 million STRK tokens as a disaster—kermonat called it “incorrectly distributed,” noting heavy protocol users got nothing despite thousands invested, while Shishir42069 gave it a scathing 3/10, echoing the community’s frustration over unfair allocations. Starknet’s communication style is cold and overly technical, rattling off stats like 2.8-second block times or partnerships with Wormhole, but sidestepping the growing anger over its failures. The airdrop, meant to reward users, developers, and Ethereum stakers, sparked outrage with claims of manipulation and opaque criteria, as sendmoodz pointed out major errors that left dedicated users empty-handed. The ecosystem itself feels abandoned—0xToluu and DegenDaa called it “dead,” slamming its weak marketing and lack of user activity compared to competitors like Base or zkSync. Starknet’s ethos comes off as a hollow promise, alienating its community with a botched airdrop and a chain that’s struggling to stay relevant.

Jay.Base.Eth · 1246· 1y ago · negative8

“One of the oldest ZK protocols”I'm not really a tech dude, but my guess is that zkrollup tech has reached a considerable snag in scaling as back in the day everybody was hype about zks vs optimistic (which seems to have become the main atm). All that said, the Starknet team is incredibly talented and clearly pushing forward research into zk-powered consensus on L2s, so I wouldn't count them out even if right now nobody's talking about them.

dalteco · 1246· 1y ago8

“Good stack + constant development + poor sentiment = Starknet”Following airdrop euphoria I used Starknet back in the days. It had some nice yield in DeFi apps. I got a normal airdrop and continued to use the network. Then, I lost a lot in zkLend hack. This situation was managed badly (Sui + Cetus was a way better example), so I don't use it nowadays. Despite that, Starknet continues building. It has good stack, so we see these days that other products, first of all Paradex and Extended, are using its stack to launch their own products, and SN infra looks good here. Community sentiment, given the airdrop execution and STRK price action, remains poor.

Cat · 1376· 1y ago · neutral8

“Scalability Powerhouse with Growing Momentum”The @Starknet account champions a leading ZK-Rollup solution that scales Ethereum and Bitcoin with unparalleled efficiency, leveraging STARK technology and the Cairo language to enable low-cost, secure DeFi and dApps. Recent posts highlight significant progress, including decentralized sequencers, 400M STRK staked, and multichain connectivity via Hyperlane, showcasing a vibrant ecosystem backed by top-tier investors like Paradigm and Sequoia. The account’s developer-focused updates and community engagement foster excitement for builders and users alike. However, past airdrop controversies and adoption hurdles suggest users should research thoroughly. For those invested in blockchain scalability, @Starknet is a compelling project driving the future of DeFi.

机智的空投法师|Bluebird🕊️ · 1052· 1y ago8

“A L2 no one needs”If i am to give an award to the worst L2 ever, i think i would give it to starknet. those guys messed up everything starting with their airdrop. Deep down, I am happy for their downfall

kizzy ⚡️ · 1272· 1y ago · negative8

“NOT Community Inclined”The team doesn't value the community probaby because they swap low volumes or probably not builders . but in my experience, users that enjoy what you're building is not only a user but an ambassador that could bring whales and all

THOMAS · 1323· 1y ago · negative8

“starknet is goated”Starknet is a permissionless, decentralized Layer 2 network built on Ethereum, developed by StarkWare. It uses ZK-Rollups (Zero-Knowledge Rollups) and STARK proofs—a type of cryptographic proof system—to offer massive scalability, lower gas costs, and high security while retaining Ethereum’s decentralization. At the heart of Starknet’s technology is Cairo, a purpose-built language for writing provable programs. While Cairo may have a learning curve compared to Solidity, it gives developers the tools to fully leverage the power of ZK-proofs. Starknet processes thousands of transactions per second (TPS), with proofs submitted to Ethereum, ensuring both speed and security. The developer experience is improving rapidly, thanks to tooling like the Cairo compiler, Voyager block explorer, and support from Starknet’s builder grants. Its growing ecosystem includes DeFi apps, games, NFT platforms, and wallets like Argent, with projects such as zkLend, JediSwap, and Canvas Connect already live. With a strong focus on community-driven development and an upcoming (or live, depending on time) native token $STRK for governance and incentives, Starknet is positioning itself as one of the most advanced scaling solutions in the Ethereum ecosystem.

PAUL before SAUL · 1248· 1y ago8

“you distroiyd my hope”

monamani.eth · 1191· 1y ago8

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