With Solana (SOL) trading around $164 as of writing (August 6, 2025), the days of 17,000% gains may be firmly in the rearview mirror. SOL’s price continues to hover between $160 and $170, with strong resistance at $167–$170 proving difficult to break. While it remains a top-tier asset with institutional backing, the momentum has slowed, and much of the retail interest has shifted elsewhere. SOL’s projected 5–10% returns through 2025 simply don’t cut it for investors with a higher risk appetite and a keen eye for explosive upside. Rather, focus is shifting to more affordable, high-potential tokens, many of which combine smart utility infrastructure, early-stage positioning, and narrative virality. The five sub-$1 coins listed below are expected to increase by 1,000% or more in the upcoming months.
Currently priced at $0.0019 as of writing and still in presale, Little Pepe (LILPEPE) is fast becoming one of the most discussed meme tokens of 2025. But this isn’t just another frog in the meme swamp—LILPEPE is building its own Layer-2 blockchain, combining the viral energy of memes with real utility.
The project boasts:
Zero transaction taxes
Ultra-low fees
High-speed finality
A native meme launchpad for new projects
Backed by a smart contract audit and recently listed on CoinMarketCap, LILPEPE has already raised over $16.5 million in its presale—nearing its cap of $19.3 million. This strong presale momentum is fueled by community storytelling, token utility, and an attention-grabbing $777,000 giveaway (with $77,000 each for 10 lucky winners). LILPEPE’s vesting schedule is designed to protect price integrity post-launch, with 0% tokens released at TGE and a three-month cliff, followed by gradual monthly unlocks. Analysts predict LILPEPE could surge toward $0.065–$0.10 if the Layer-2 chain delivers as promised. That represents a potential 30x–50x gain from current presale levels.
BONK, trading around $0.0000244 at the time of writing, is the most successful Solana-native meme token. It recently saw a spike of 11.8% in July, thanks to renewed activity across Solana DeFi and NFT ecosystems. With a market cap nearing $1.9 billion, BONK is not just speculative hype—it has real utility, exchange listings, and strong liquidity. Forecasts suggest a rally toward $0.00015 is on the table if Solana regains bullish momentum, potentially offering 6x–10x returns from current levels.
Pepe Coin (PEPE) trades at $0.00001051 as of writing, but it is subtly resurgent despite being eclipsed by more recent meme coins. Its wide holder base, active community, and deep liquidity pools make it a strong contender for a viral rebound. Technical indicators are bullish; pushing past key resistance could drive prices toward $0.0001. That’s an estimated 10x return in the short term, potentially much higher if the broader meme narrative reignites.
As of this writing, SHIB remains one of the biggest meme coins in market capitalization, with a price of $0.0000123. Shibarium Layer-2 has increased transaction speed and fees, but SHIB's growth potential is constrained by its massive supply and established market position. Only slight gains are anticipated by analysts; at most, a move to $0.0001234 could offer 1000% upside. While LILPEPE and other emergent tokens may offer the same explosive growth potential, SHIB has its own merits. For more risk-averse investors, the token may indeed represent a safer option.
PENGU, trading around $0.0428, ties directly into the viral Pudgy Penguins NFT ecosystem. The token has shown 243% growth recently and benefits from a rumored ETF proposal tied to NFT index funds. With rising whale interest and speculative targets near $0.40, PENGU is one of the few meme projects actively bridging tokenomics with NFT culture. A 10x return is plausible if the project maintains momentum and media exposure.
Solana may be a proven giant, but its days of 100x returns appear behind it. For investors eyeing 1,000% gains or more in 2025, cheaper, earlier-stage tokens like LILPEPE, BONK, PEPE, and PENGU present stronger risk-reward profiles. Among them, LILPEPE stands out for its meme credentials and for building real infrastructure—a Layer-2 blockchain that rivals Ethereum scaling solutions. With a strategic vesting plan, audited contract, CoinMarketCap listing, and a $777K giveaway drawing in thousands of entries, LILPEPE is more than just hype—it’s a movement. Ready to bet on the next big breakout? Dive into the LILPEPE presale while it lasts and explore these early gems before the market catches up.
For more information about Little Pepe (LILPEPE) visit the links below:
Website: https://littlepepe.com
Whitepaper: https://littlepepe.com/whitepaper.pdf
Telegram: https://t.me/littlepepetoken
Twitter/X: https://x.com/littlepepetoken
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