What Is the Difference between an Order Book DEX and an AMM-based DEX?
An order book DEX mimics traditional exchanges, using a smart contract to match buy and sell orders submitted by users, requiring liquidity at specific prices. An AMM-based DEX, conversely, uses a smart contract-managed liquidity pool and an algorithmic formula to determine asset prices and execute trades instantly against the pool.
The AMM model is more capital-efficient and simplifies the trading experience.