Curve Pool Types Deep Dive
Curve supports multiple pool architectures optimized for different asset types. StableSwap handles pegged assets, Crypto pools (Tricrypto) use dynamic peg for volatile pairs, and Factory pools let anyone deploy permissionlessly.
Pool Type Comparison
Pool Simulator
LP Tokens
9,985
Slippage
0.015%
Pool Share
Deposit Fee
$0.15
Fee Structure
How Curve splits trading fees between LPs and the protocol (veCRV holders).
LP Token Minting Flow
Watch how deposited tokens become LP tokens and earn fees.
Why It Matters
Choosing the right pool type is critical: StableSwap pools offer near-zero slippage for pegged assets but can suffer impermanent loss if a token depegs. Crypto pools use an internal oracle to dynamically adjust the price curve, handling volatile pairs that traditional StableSwap can't. Factory pools democratize pool creation but may have lower liquidity and higher slippage.