Kaspa vs Dingocoin: How We Stack Up

Key Comparisons

1. Block Time & Speed

Kaspa
With a block time of around 1 second, Kaspa’s blockDAG structure aims for high throughput—reportedly about 300 TPS. Kaspa transaction fees vary. According to Kaspalytics, transactions can cost $0.05-$0.10, but by inspecting normal transactions, it seems most transactions are done at a fraction of a cent, which is competitive for everyday transactions. That said, real-world merchant adoption is still evolving, and blockDAG’s experimental nature could face unforeseen scaling hurdles if transactions surge dramatically.

Dingocoin
Running 1-minute block times and currently ~33 TPS, Dingocoin maintains a straightforward PoW approach but also has a testnet hitting ~330 TPS—planned for mainnet rollout. Its extremely low fees near fractions of a cent make it practical for tipping, micro-payments, and cross-border transfers. By sticking to Scrypt (merge-mined with Dogecoin & Litecoin), Dingocoin taps into a robust, established ecosystem for miner support.

Verdict
Kaspa’s blockDAG technology delivers raw speed on paper; Dingocoin remains more conventional but has a well-tested path to higher TPS. Both coins tout fast confirmations, though Kaspa’s experimental approach could require further stress-testing in widespread real-world adoption.

2. Fair Launch & Governance

Kaspa
Though billed as “fair launched,” allegations of a disguised premine (due to the questionable handling of early blocks) have cast doubts on its neutrality. The project’s governance also leans heavily on early backers, notably DAGLabs, and a community “call to action” for more funding. This setup may concentrate decision-making in fewer hands.

Dingocoin
Boasts a 100% fair launch—no insider allocations or premine. Governance follows a do-ocracy model, letting anyone propose and implement new features if the community sees value. By distributing mining among multiple pools and avoiding large insider stakes, Dingocoin keeps ownership open, mirroring the classic PoW ethos.

Verdict
Dingocoin’s zero-premine, open governance stands in contrast to Kaspa’s intriguing but sometimes opaque beginnings. For those who prioritize a clean origin story and broad community input, Dingocoin seems the safer bet.

3. Chain Transparency & Security

Kaspa
Instead of measuring security by raw hash rate (~1.42 EH/s), the more telling factor is the actual cost of acquiring enough hardware to perform a 51% attack—often called “Hash Dollars.” While Kaspa’s raw rate looks huge on paper, the real-dollar barrier is closer to $0.18B (see Miningpoolstats and Hash Dollars references), which is far lower than some older networks.

On top of that, chain completeness questions remain. Critics allege not all early blocks are stored or verifiable in a typical linear fashion—raising doubts about whether the chain can be fully audited from day zero. Finally, if large early investors hold a chunk of the hash or tokens, the network might be less decentralized than it appears.

Dingocoin
By contrast, Dingocoin’s Hash Dollar estimate reaches around $1 billion, making it roughly 5–6 times more expensive to attack than Kaspa—despite Dingocoin’s smaller raw hash rate (~1.97 PH/s). This synergy stems from merge-mining with Litecoin & Dogecoin, ensuring malicious actors would need to outcompete an entire Scrypt ecosystem. Furthermore, Dingocoin employs a classic, fully linear PoW ledger that’s been verifiable since its mid-2021 launch.
For more detail on how we calculate “Hash Dollars” and why it matters more than raw hash rate, see our Hash Dollars deep-dive.

Verdict
While Kaspa claims a high raw rate, its cost-to-attack stands at around $0.18B—significantly lower than Dingocoin’s near $1B. Coupled with allegations of incomplete early blocks, Kaspa may be more vulnerable and less transparent than its EH/s number suggests. Dingocoin’s time-tested ledger structure and much higher real-dollar security make it the clear winner for reliable, audit-friendly PoW.

4. Inflation & Future Potential

Kaspa
Emits around 6.4% inflation in 2025 according to its published schedule. While not extreme, it’s higher than some older PoW coins, possibly impacting store-of-value perceptions if not carefully managed. The market cap ($2.4B) reflects confidence but might be fragile if distribution controversies linger.

Dingocoin
Inflation stands at about 4.7% for 2025—enough to encourage ongoing mining without severely diluting existing holders. By keeping issuance steady and fees low, Dingocoin aims to maintain a sweet spot that fosters day-to-day spending rather than hoarding. Looking ahead, the upcoming throughput jump (~330 TPS) could make it even more appealing for merchants and casual crypto users.

Verdict
Both coins have moderate inflation rates, but Kaspa’s 6.4% edges above Dingocoin’s 4.7%. In a crowded market, user preference might hinge on whether they want slightly lower inflation (Dingocoin) or bet on Kaspa’s rapid blockDAG growth.

Conclusion

Kaspa wields a large market cap ($2.4B) and blockDAG speed, yet faces doubts about early block transparency and a possible premine that undermine its claim to be a fully decentralized coin. Its 1-second block time is undeniably impressive, but questions of fairness and chain completeness remain central to many prospective users.

Dingocoin, in contrast, opts for a well-understood PoW fork-of-Doge approach, merge-mined with Litecoin and Dogecoin. While its raw hash rate might look smaller than Kaspa’s, the real-dollar cost to attack is near $1 billion, providing robust security. Coupled with a fair launch, modest inflation (4.7% in 2025), and a do-ocracy governance model, Dingocoin offers a transparent, community-forward alternative in the PoW payment landscape—particularly for those valuing open ownership and time-tested code.

—The Dingocoin Guardians