Best Crypto to Buy Now: 4 Top Picks for the Next Bull Run

Crypto markets have been on shaky ground lately, with the Crypto Fear and Greed Index still stuck in the “fear” zone.

Investors were hopeful after U.S. inflation data showed only a 0.2% jump in February 2025, bringing the annual rate to 2.8%.

But those hopes were dashed when the Trump administration introduced another round of tariffs, adding more uncertainty to an already unstable market.

Still, many analysts predict a market rebound, especially if Senator Cynthia Lummis’s bill for the U.S. Treasury to purchase one million Bitcoin ($BTC) over five years gets the green light.

With that in mind, which are the four best cryptos to buy before the next bull run? We explore new contenders like Solaxy and battle-ready veterans like XRP and Ethereum.

Solaxy

The best crypto to buy right now is Solaxy ($SOLX), the first-ever Layer-2 scaling solution on Solana. It will tackle the network’s biggest issue — transaction failures due to congestion.

As this idea resonates with early supporters, the SOLX token presale has already raised $26.6 million in record time.

One of the biggest concerns Solana users face is network overload. Solana transactions can slow down or fail at peak times, leading to frustrated developers and traders. Solaxy solves this by adopting a rollup-style approach — similar to what projects like Arbitrum and Optimism have done for Ethereum.

Transactions are batched off-chain and then sent to Solana’s mainnet in larger chunks. Crypto YouTube personalities like ClayBro have highlighted this method, which can dramatically improve throughput and reduce fees.

SOLX fuels every transaction within this Layer-2 ecosystem. It also offers governance rights — SOLX holders get a say in crucial decisions about the network’s future direction.

You can also stake SOLX to generate passive income at an annual yield of around 153%.

According to the team, deposits and withdrawals on their devnet are already running, with the platform already integrating the Sovereign SDK to make Solaxy more accessible to dApps.

You can buy SOLX for $0.001666 before the price increases in the next presale round.

Best Wallet Token

Best Wallet Token ($BEST) comes next in our lineup of top cryptos to buy, thanks to its strong community and the features of its parent platform, Best Wallet.

It’s a multi-chain and user-friendly crypto wallet with over 500,000 downloads and highly rated reviews on Google Play and the App Store, and the Best Wallet presale has so far raised more than $11 million.

Most digital wallets serve basic purposes like storing crypto, sending and receiving assets, and occasionally offering in-wallet swaps. However, Best Wallet has gone far beyond those basics.

These include Best DEX, a built-in decentralized exchange that supports cross-chain swaps, and an “Upcoming Tokens” section, where a curated list of vetted presales and new projects gives users early access to these launches.

Users can stake cryptos or manage NFTs directly in the app, streamlining multiple services into one platform. A new section allows users to engage in iGaming experiences without leaving their wallets.

By holding the BEST token, users receive perks like lower transaction fees, higher staking yields, and exclusive airdrops. The token also offers governance rights, letting holders vote on development proposals.

Currently, BEST is priced at $0.024375, and users who stake BEST can earn as much as 141% APY.

XRP

Founded by Ripple Labs in 2012, XRP is designed for fast, low-cost cross-border transactions, something banks and financial institutions have historically struggled to implement efficiently on legacy rails.

XRP has reemerged as a hot topic after a series of potentially bullish indicators. Two main catalysts have reignited investor interest.

First, rumors suggest that the SEC vs. Ripple Labs lawsuit could be nearing a conclusion by mid-April. A favorable settlement would free Ripple to scale partnerships without regulatory shadows hanging over them.

Second, leading asset manager Franklin Templeton has filed for an XRP ETF, which, if approved, could open the door to institutional capital flows.

Moreover, Ripple has recently obtained a payment license in the UAE.

Yet despite these positive developments, XRP is still trading nearly 40% below its all-time high (ATH).

This gap might narrow if the lawsuit is settled in Ripple’s favor and the new ETF applications receive regulatory approval. 

Even a partial rebound could drive XRP’s price beyond its current $2–$3 oscillating range.

Ethereum

Rounding out our picks is Ethereum ($ETH), the blockchain that introduced the world to smart contracts, DeFi, and NFTs. While ETH has struggled lately, slipping below $1,900 due to concerns about a U.S. recession, it’s still among the most heavily used and institutionally recognized cryptos.

Major financial institutions continue to show interest in Ethereum. For instance, Fidelity has filed with the SEC for a spot Ethereum ETF that would include staking capabilities, potentially an on-ramp for big players looking for yield on their ETH.

Since launching in 2015, Ethereum has grown into a multi-billion-dollar ecosystem. Its shift to Proof-of-Stake in 2022 slashed energy consumption, but challenges remain around scaling and high gas costs during peak usage.

The recent downtrend pulled ETH below nearly 61% from its ATH of $4,891.

Ethereum’s Holesky testnet recently reached finality, an essential step in rolling out the Pectra upgrade. ETH could regain momentum if more upgrades reduce fees or improve transaction speeds.

Most analysts expect Ethereum to see renewed growth if the overall market recovers.