Sol Incinerator Alternative – Which Tool Helps You Claim More SOL?

A neutral comparison of SOL claiming tools. Understand why results differ and make an informed choice.

What is Sol Incinerator?

Sol Incinerator is a popular tool that reclaims SOL by closing or burning unused token accounts. It helped popularize the concept of recovering Solana rent deposits and made the process accessible to many users.

Different tools use different detection logic, which can lead to different reclaim results for the same wallet. This page explains why that happens and helps you decide which tool fits your needs.

Why results can differ between tools

The same wallet can return different amounts of SOL depending on the tool used. This isn't necessarily about one tool being "better" – it's about differences in how they work.

Detection logic varies

Each tool implements its own algorithms for finding reclaimable accounts. Some tools focus only on standard SPL Token accounts, while others also scan Token-2022 accounts or buffer programs.

Coverage of edge cases differs

Old program versions may be handled differently
Low-value or "dust" tokens may be filtered or included
Frozen accounts and custom close authorities need special handling
Buffer accounts from program deployments aren't always included

UX clarity affects confidence

How a tool presents information matters. Clear fee breakdowns, explicit previews of what will be closed, and transparent net return calculations help users make confident decisions.

Key point: Running the same wallet through multiple tools can yield different results. This is expected behavior, not an error.

Feature comparison

This table summarizes key differences between Sol Incinerator and Unclaimed SOL. Wording uses "can" rather than absolutes, as results depend on wallet contents.

Feature	Sol Incinerator	Unclaimed SOL
Burns and closes token accounts	Yes	Yes
Shows total reclaimable before signing	Yes	Yes
Fee breakdown shown separately	Not explicit	Yes (5% clearly shown)
Detection scope	Standard accounts	Broader (includes old programs)
User interface	Functional	Streamlined

Note: Features and coverage can change as tools are updated. This comparison reflects our understanding as of the page publication date.

Real comparison: Same wallet, different results

To demonstrate how results can differ, we scanned the same wallet with both tools. The screenshots below show the reclaimable amounts each tool detected.

Sol Incinerator scan

Unclaimed SOL scan

Result: Sol Incinerator found 0.03 SOL, while Unclaimed SOL found 0.0334 SOL - more than 10% difference from the same wallet.

The difference comes from detection scope. Unclaimed SOL finds SOL locked in additional account types that other tools may not scan.

Transaction hashes available upon request. Full wallet addresses hidden for privacy.

Fee transparency

Both tools show the reclaimable SOL amount before you sign any transaction. Unclaimed SOL explicitly separates the gross amount, fee percentage, and net return in the preview – so you know exactly what you'll receive.

Our fee is 5% on token account recoveries and 15% on buffer account recoveries, shown clearly before you confirm.

Frequently asked questions

Which tool can return more SOL?

The amount of reclaimable SOL depends on each tool's detection logic. Different tools scan for different types of accounts and use different filtering rules. In our tests, the same wallet can show different reclaimable amounts depending on which tool is used.

Why do different tools show different results?

Each tool implements its own detection algorithms. Differences include: which token programs are scanned (SPL Token vs Token-2022), how low-value tokens are handled, whether buffer accounts are included, and how edge cases like frozen accounts or custom close authorities are processed.

Is claiming SOL safe?

Claiming SOL is safe when you use a reputable tool that shows you exactly what will be closed before you sign, never asks for your seed phrase or private key, and only processes accounts you approve. Both Sol Incinerator and Unclaimed SOL operate through standard wallet signatures.

Do both tools burn and close accounts?

Yes, both Sol Incinerator and Unclaimed SOL can burn remaining token balances and close accounts to reclaim SOL. The mechanics are similar, but the scope of what gets detected and processed can differ.

What does "alternative" mean here?

This page helps users who already know Sol Incinerator evaluate other options. "Alternative" means a different tool that accomplishes the same goal: reclaiming SOL from unused accounts. Users may want to try multiple tools to maximize their recovered SOL.

Check if more SOL can be reclaimed

If you want to see whether a different approach finds more reclaimable SOL in your wallet, you can try Unclaimed SOL. The scan is free and shows results before you commit to anything.

Try Unclaimed SOL

No private keys required. You review and sign every transaction.

Want to understand how claiming SOL works in detail? Read our complete guide to claiming SOL.