When meme coins exploded on Solana in early 2025, everyone rushed to launch their own token. But the tools were messy. Pump.fun had dominated the space - until it cut ties with Raydium and launched its own DEX. That’s when Raydium dropped LaunchLab - a full-stack token launchpad built to take back control of the market. It’s not just another clone. It’s a smarter, more powerful system designed by the team behind Solana’s biggest decentralized exchange.
What Is Raydium LaunchLab?
Raydium LaunchLab is a no-code token creation and liquidity migration platform launched in April 2025. It lets anyone create a new crypto token on Solana in under a minute - no coding, no technical setup. But unlike Pump.fun, which only allows SOL as the quote token, LaunchLab supports multiple quote tokens like USDC, ETH, and even wrapped SOL. That means your new meme coin can trade against more than one asset from day one, giving it better liquidity and more trading pairs right out of the gate.
Here’s the real trick: once your token hits 85 SOL in trading volume, LaunchLab automatically moves its liquidity into a permanent Raydium AMM pool. No manual steps. No waiting. No risk of abandoned liquidity. The LP tokens are burned, locking the funds forever. That’s a huge upgrade over platforms where creators have to manually add liquidity and often forget - leaving tokens stranded with no trading depth.
Two Ways to Launch: JustSendit vs LaunchLab Mode
LaunchLab gives you two paths, depending on how much control you want.
- JustSendit Mode - Pick a name, upload a logo (128x128 pixels), add a Twitter or Telegram link, and hit create. That’s it. Default bonding curve. Default supply. Default settings. Perfect for meme coins that don’t need complex economics. Over 80% of launches use this mode.
- LaunchLab Mode - This is for serious creators. You can set custom raise targets (minimum 30 SOL), tweak bonding curves (linear, exponential, or logarithmic), add vesting cliffs, and even set a creator fee share. You can also choose which quote tokens your token trades against. It’s like having a full DeFi toolkit in one interface.
Most people start with JustSendit. But if you’re building a project with real utility - even a meme coin with a community angle - LaunchLab Mode gives you the tools to make it sustainable.
How It Works: From Launch to Liquidity
The whole process is designed to be frictionless.
- Create your token: Choose mode, enter details, upload image, add social links.
- Confirm wallet ownership: Sign a message to prove you control the wallet.
- Start selling: Buyers pay in SOL, USDC, or another quote token you selected.
- Hit 85 SOL: Once trading volume crosses that threshold, the system auto-migrates your token to a Raydium AMM pool.
- Liquidity locks: LP tokens are burned. No one can pull liquidity. Your token becomes a real, tradable asset on Solana’s largest DEX.
That 85 SOL graduation threshold isn’t random. It’s based on data from over 900,000 launches. Below that, most tokens die within hours. Above it, they survive long enough to gain real traction. It’s a smart filter that stops spam and rewards projects with actual demand.
Why LaunchLab Beats Pump.fun
Pump.fun was the king. But it had limits.
| Feature | Raydium LaunchLab | Pump.fun |
|---|---|---|
| Quote Tokens | Multiple (SOL, USDC, ETH, etc.) | SOL only |
| Bonding Curves | Linear, exponential, logarithmic | Fixed curve (no customization) |
| Liquidity Migration | Automatic to Raydium AMM | Manual, no integration |
| Liquidity Locking | LP tokens burned | No automatic lock |
| Creator Fees | 10% of trading fees post-migration | None |
| Referral Program | 0.1% of referred trades in SOL | None |
| Integration | Deep with Raydium, Serum, Solana DeFi | Standalone |
LaunchLab doesn’t just copy Pump.fun - it improves on every weakness. Multiple quote tokens mean better price discovery. Custom bonding curves let you control how fast the price rises. Automatic migration means no more abandoned tokens. And the 10% creator fee share? That’s money you earn forever from every trade after migration. Pump.fun gives you a launch. LaunchLab gives you a long-term asset.
Fees and Revenue Model
LaunchLab charges a flat 1% fee on every trade during the pre-migration phase. Here’s how it’s split:
- 50% goes to the Raydium Community Pool - used for ecosystem grants and development.
- 25% buys back RAY tokens - reducing supply and supporting the price.
- 25% covers infrastructure, server costs, and team operations.
No hidden fees. No gas taxes. No surprise charges. You know exactly where your money goes. And because it’s built on Raydium’s infrastructure, transaction costs are near zero - fractions of a cent per trade. That’s thanks to Solana’s 65,000 TPS capacity. You’re not paying $10 in gas to launch a meme coin. You’re paying pennies.
Who Benefits Most?
LaunchLab isn’t for everyone. But it’s perfect for:
- Meme coin creators who want their token to survive past day one.
- Community leaders building Discord or Telegram-based projects who need real liquidity.
- DeFi builders who want to test new tokenomics without building a full DEX.
- Referrers - if you have a following, you can earn 0.1% of every trade made through your link. That adds up fast.
If you’re just trying to pump and dump? LaunchLab’s graduation threshold will likely stop you. But if you want to build something that lasts? This is the cleanest, most reliable system on Solana right now.
Real-World Impact
Since April 2025, over 900,000 tokens have been launched on LaunchLab. Only about 1% - roughly 9,000 - have hit the 85 SOL threshold and migrated to Raydium AMM pools. That sounds low, but it’s actually a feature. It filters out noise. Most tokens die fast. The ones that survive? They’re the ones with real community support.
Some notable launches that graduated include $BONK (not the original), $MEOW, and $FROG - all of which now trade on Raydium with millions in daily volume. That’s the proof: this system works.
And it’s not stopping. Raydium’s team has hinted at future upgrades: NFT-backed token launches, cross-chain migration, and integration with Serum’s order book for even deeper liquidity. This is just the start.
Final Verdict
Raydium LaunchLab isn’t just a tool - it’s a system. It solves the biggest problems in meme coin launches: poor liquidity, no locking, no long-term incentives, and zero integration with the broader DeFi ecosystem. It’s not perfect. The 1% fee might feel steep if you’re launching a tiny coin. But compared to the alternatives? It’s the most professional, secure, and sustainable option on Solana.
If you’re serious about launching a token - even a meme coin - and you want it to live past the first 24 hours, LaunchLab is the only platform you should consider. It’s built by the team that runs Solana’s biggest DEX. It’s backed by real infrastructure. And it’s designed to last.
Is Raydium LaunchLab free to use?
Yes, creating a token on LaunchLab is free. You don’t pay to launch. But every trade during the pre-migration phase carries a 1% fee, which is distributed to the Community Pool, RAY buybacks, and infrastructure. You also need SOL or another quote token to fund the initial liquidity pool.
Can I launch a token without SOL?
No. You need SOL (or another supported quote token like USDC) to create the initial liquidity pool. LaunchLab doesn’t let you launch with zero funds. The minimum raise target in LaunchLab Mode is 30 SOL, and JustSendit requires at least 5 SOL to start.
What happens if my token doesn’t hit 85 SOL?
If your token doesn’t reach 85 SOL in trading volume, it stays on the LaunchLab bonding curve forever. It won’t migrate to Raydium’s AMM pool. Liquidity remains on the launchpad, and trading continues, but without the security or depth of a full DEX. Most tokens never reach this threshold - that’s why the system filters out low-demand projects.
Can I change my token’s bonding curve after launch?
No. Once you launch, the bonding curve is locked. That’s intentional. It prevents creators from manipulating prices after people start buying. If you want flexibility, use LaunchLab Mode to set the curve correctly before launch.
How do I earn from referrals on LaunchLab?
Generate a referral link from your LaunchLab dashboard. When someone uses it to launch a token or trade, you earn 0.1% of their trading volume in SOL. It’s passive income - no need to promote constantly. Top referrers have earned over 20 SOL in a month just from community traffic.
Is LaunchLab safe? Can I lose my money?
The platform itself is secure - built on Raydium’s audited Solana infrastructure. But crypto is risky. If you buy a token on LaunchLab, you’re investing in a project with no guarantees. Many tokens are scams or pump-and-dumps. Always do your own research. LaunchLab doesn’t vet projects - it just provides the tool. Your money is at risk if the token fails.
