Solana (SOL) Coin Check
Solana is a layer-1 blockchain optimized for speed and low costs. SOL is needed as the fee for every transaction and for staking to secure the network.
The analysis in detail
Founders, investors, token distribution, lockups and unlocks at a glance, with sources and dates.
Who bought when at what price, and how much is still coming to the market.
The most important risks with evidence, plus how overheated Solana is compared with its own history.
What speaks against the project and what to watch out for.
The full analysis for Solana and more than 1,000 other coins
Tokenomics, team, risks and utility – six pillars, one grade. From the COMPASS plan.
See plansFrequently asked questions
What is Solana?
Solana is a layer-1 blockchain optimized for speed and low costs. SOL is needed as the fee for every transaction and for staking to secure the network.
How does CryptoCompass rate Solana?
With an overall grade of 1.8 (75 out of 100) across six pillars: tokenomics, team, utility, security, execution and relevance. Grades range from 1.0 (very strong) to 5.0 (very weak). The reasoning for each pillar is inside CryptoCompass.
How far is Solana from its all-time high?
The all-time high of SOL is $293 (19 Jan 2025). On 1 Oct 2026, SOL trades at $117, which is 60% below it.
Is the grade a buy recommendation?
No. We rate the structure of the project, not the price. A good grade says nothing about whether the price is currently cheap. Not investment advice.
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We rate the structure of the project, not the price. Not investment advice. Crypto is highly risky and a total loss is possible. Price data: CoinGecko, as of 1 Oct 2026.