5 Under-the-Radar Low-Cap Cryptos Quietly Outperforming the Market This May

While Wall Street obsesses over Bitcoin ETFs and memecoins, these overlooked projects are posting triple-digit gains—no CNBC coverage required.

The stealth contenders: A mix of DeFi protocols and infrastructure plays solving real problems (or at least pretending to).

Why it matters: When the next bull run hits—and Goldman Sachs finally ’discovers’ crypto again—these tokens won’t be cheap anymore.

One project’s governance token surged 400% after fixing a bug that... wait for it... actually let users withdraw their funds. Revolutionary.

1. Kaanch Network – Still Early at $0.16

Kaanch builds staking and governance systems for Web3 teams.

It’s in Stage 5 of presale. Price: $0.16. Stage 6 = $0.32.

• Tools live and working

• Small market cap

• Growing without influencer noise

This is the kind of project that often moves before the market notices.

2. PileDEX (PLX)

PileDEX is a gas-efficient DEX for small altcoin pairs.

It filters rug tokens and provides real-time risk flags.

• Token used for trading fee discounts

• Built-in LP protection

• Quietly gaining early volume

3. HashBits (HBT)

HashBits helps developers deploy backend functions as NFTs.

Each NFT includes code, compute rights, and billing rules.

• For dApp builders and plugin creators

• Token used to execute or rent compute

• Not on radar yet

4. RailNode (RLN)

RailNode builds micro-oracles for isolated dApps.

You spin up a node, set rules, and feed verified data.

• Token used to start or subscribe to nodes

• Quiet testing in DeFi tools

• No major coverage so far

5. VoiceMark (VMC)

VoiceMark is a proof-of-audio NFT platform for podcasters and voice creators.

It gives verified ownership to voice content and audio edits.

• Token powers minting + creator royalties

• Used by a small closed group

• Early, but active

FAQ

Which of these has working tools now?Kaanch is live. Others are close.

Why aren’t these trending?No paid marketing. No airdrop spam. Just building.

Is Kaanch still in presale?Yes. $0.16 in Stage 5. Next price is $0.32.

Where do I buy it? https://presale.kaanch.com

What makes a low cap project worth watching?Product, traction, price entry, and quiet demand.