Layer 2 Gas Savings vs Ethereum Mainnet Calculator

Calculate how much you save by using Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, or zkSync Era instead of Ethereum mainnet. Compare DeFi operation costs across Layer 2 networks.

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How It Works

Calculate how much you save by using Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, or zkSync Era instead of Ethereum mainnet. Compare DeFi operation costs across Layer 2 networks

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Arbitrum — The arbitrum recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Optimism — The optimism recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Base — The base recorded for the scenario being assessed.
  • Or zkSync Era instead of Ethereum mainnet — The or zksync era instead of ethereum mainnet recorded for the scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the l2 gas savings result against the thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, or zkSync Era instead of Ethereum mainnet for the scenario you are assessing. Calculate how much you save by using Arbitrum, Optimism, Base, or zkSync Era instead of Ethereum mainnet. Compare DeFi operation costs across Layer 2 networks. Use the l2 gas savings result to inform your calculation.

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