A bonding curve vs An AMM pool: what's the difference?
Two pricing mechanisms behind Solana memecoins, at different life stages.
The short version
Two pricing mechanisms behind Solana memecoins, at different life stages.
- A bonding curve: A formula that sets price from cumulative buys (pre-graduation).
- An AMM pool: A pool that prices swaps from reserve ratios (post-graduation).
Side by side
| Dimension | A bonding curve | An AMM pool |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | A math curve | Reserve ratio (x·y=k) |
| Liquidity | The curve itself | A separate LP pool |
| Stage | Pre-graduation | Post-graduation / direct DEX |
| Rug vector | Concentration, snipers | LP pull if unlocked |
Which one should you care about?
Key idea — A bonding curve has no separate LP to pull; an AMM pool does. The rug vectors differ, so check accordingly.
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