Discover the Best Crowdlending & P2P Lending Platforms

8lends offers extremely high yields (up to 25%) by leveraging blockchain technology to fund SMEs, with all loans backed by real-world assets. While it provides excellent returns and support, it is a young platform and requires investors to be comfortable with crypto wallets and the high risk associated with early-stage DeFi ventures.

Scrambleup provides a unique, high-yield opportunity focused on the ethical consumer goods sector. The platform offers excellent structure via its dual risk groups (A and B) and strong transparency with 'Skin in the Game.' Its main drawbacks are the lack of a secondary market and mandatory batch investing.

Quanloop stands out by using a 24-hour funding loop model to finance European debt, providing investors with daily liquidity—a rare feature. The platform is user-friendly and delivers consistent returns, though detailed transparency on the final borrowers is limited, which is typical of investment funds.

Lendermarket offers some of the highest returns in the P2P space, consistently above 15%, backed by a Buyback Guarantee. While the platform has successfully navigated past liquidity issues (Pending Payments) with its V2.0 update, investors should be aware of the concentration risk associated with its primary loan originator and the lack of a secondary market.

Maclear is a compelling option for investors seeking aggressive returns (up to 16.5%) without incurring platform fees. The Swiss regulation and zero reported defaults provide initial confidence, while the secondary market aids liquidity. However, its youth (since 2023) and high rates necessitate caution and careful review of loan specifics.

Hive5 delivers on its promise of high returns, consistently achieving 15%+. The platform is highly intuitive and the €10 minimum makes it accessible. While the 60-day Buyback Obligation is a strong protection, the limited number of originators and the absence of a secondary market pose concentration and liquidity risks.