Monad

1,947 reviews, 67% of them positive.67% positive · 1,947 reviews· Influence factor 301, above 60% of accounts

The record

From 843 activities · Apr 2026

Monad is a high-performance EVM-compatible Layer 1 with impressive technical architecture—parallel execution, 10,000 TPS target, and low latency—that has attracted a passionate community and strong funding. However, the project is deeply polarized: supporters praise the tech, speed, and community bonds formed during testnet, while a substantial portion of the community feels betrayed by the airdrop distribution, which heavily favored influencers and external crypto participants over testnet users who spent months testing and providing feedback. The core tension centers on broken trust—many early supporters view the tokenomics as extractive and the community rewards as unfair, with testnet participants receiving minimal allocation despite their contributions, while others remain bullish on the technical foundation and long-term potential.

What people say

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“The anticipated Layer 1”Layer 1, where I've been running testnets for nearly six months, has garnered significant hype. It has a significant and active community.

dTfN · 1291· 1y ago18

“The Fast & Future Proof L1”I first discovered @monad_xyz through the Stress Capital community, and it quickly became clear that this isn’t just another L1 project. Monad is building something ambitious, an EVM-compatible Layer 1 that brings real scalability without compromising decentralization. Their updates are consistently clean, informative, and community-focused. I really appreciate how they combine high-performance tech with transparent storytelling. From sharing dev updates to engaging in community events like “Madness Bangkok,” they manage to stay close to builders and believers alike. In a sea of L1s, Monad stands out not just for its speed but for how it communicates and empowers early supporters. If you're looking for a serious, thoughtful, and well-executed L1 project, Monad is one worth watching closely, trust me!

Tokyo. · 1372· 1y ago18

“Good L1”I’ve been aware of Monad for quite a while, even before their testnet launched. Their community on Discord is thriving, and they’ve built a solid fanbase on Twitter. What’s really impressive is their strong collaborations with projects like Pyth and Wormhole, which speaks volumes about their credibility and growing reputation in the Web3 space. Right now, the testnet is live, and it’s lightning-fast, packed with dApps that cater to pretty much every use case you can think of. The excitement is real, and with the mainnet launch coming soon, Monad is on the brink of something big. This is just the beginning of what looks like an incredible adventure, and I’m eager to witness it firsthand as it unfolds.

Poodle 🐩 · 1255· 1y ago18

“A lot of noise”Another hyped layer1 that offers nothing new. If you manage to make money on this garbage or have already done so, congratulations. The so-called “community” will evaporate immediately after tge.

andrusiak · 1381· 1y ago · negative18

“New Shiny L1”Monad has become one of the most talked-about Layer 1 chains recently. With advantages like 10,000 TPS, I’ve tried their testnet and was impressed by how fast transactions are processed. They also have a range of promising dApps, many of which have received strong funding and are worth exploring. The community is highly active in promoting Monad, and it's clear that all eyes are now on this project.

assesddef · 1306· 1y ago18

“Monad, I believe in you”I have been testing the Monad blockchain for a while now and I really like what they are building Their vision for a high-performance, EVM-compatible Layer 1 blockchain is nothing short of inspiring. With 10000 TPS, 1 second block times, and a focus on keeping things decentralized, Monad is tackling the blockchain trilemma head-on. The team’s dedication shines through in their clear communication and engaging community events, weekly games, artist-focused groups, you name it! It is rare to see a project balance cutting-edge tech with such a vibrant, inclusive community.

MemeLordmeme 🏴‍☠️ · 1354· 1y ago18

“Hands down the best high performance L1 project out there.”• Amazing global community. • Fully EVM-compatible. • Fully decentralized, with cheap nodes placed all over the world. • Fast: 10k TPS + 0.5s block times. • Entire chain built from scratch (parallel execution, asynchronous execution, SSF, custom database, MonadBFT, Raptorcast). • Highly composable by design, with full infra support from day one. • Top notch team with vast experience across every area. • Growing ecosystem that even in testnet, already outperforms most L1s and L2s out there. • Incredible adoption rate and usage. Bullish enough?

diegovas · 1417· 1y ago18

“Monad overall”In my opinion, Monad is really something interesting in crypto. First of all, no team is as open as team monad. Look how many meetups are organised for the community where you can meet most of the team. The applications are quite interesting and unique look at Kizzy Rare or Multisynq. Enjoyable to build as evidenced by people who have only tried their hand at monad including myself. A very quirky and wonderful community which in my opinion is not artificial because it has created many super friendships offline. Monad as an environment offers great opportunities to grow and make your first brief in web3 work. Maybe the negative feedback comes from the fact that monad weans you off the typical farm and this can frustrate new people who were hoping for another grind.

leys daddy · 1295· 1y ago18

“Superb team of founders and never seen community that bonded to make crypto great again”Superstar team gathered to make EVM great again. Monad is trying to break borders of what we know in Web3, by speed, tech and by onboarding absolutely everyone on their chain. Currently we are in testnet phase that is fun with so many things you can do from NFTm defi to play mini games on Farcaster. What is special about Monad is there is no shortcuts. Doing everything from scratch without forking.

Ichigo1988 · 1570· 1y ago18

“Fast, Scalable, and Ready for the Future”Monad is a next-gen Layer 1 blockchain offering 10,000 TPS, near-zero fees, and full EVM compatibility. Backed by top investors, it’s built to supercharge DeFi, NFTs, and Web3 apps. With its groundbreaking tech and seamless Ethereum migration, Monad is shaping up to be a game-changer in the crypto space.

IamGenie · 1208· 1y ago18

“Best Testnet Project out there”One of the best project which doesnt feel like a testnet , it has the best dapps built on it , the transaction speed is soo fast that u dont even feel it , its like sonala fees on eth

blur ⛓ · 1267· 1y ago18

“big community”I love Monad and the ecosystem it creates, even though it's hard to get involved in the community.

NRL · 1309· 1y ago18

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