Ethereum vs BNB Smart Chain fees: BNB Smart Chain is 14.6× cheaper
Live network fees on both chains for the 18 assets they have in common, refreshed every 10 minutes.
| Ethereum | BNB Smart Chain | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Layer 1 | EVM Layer 1 / sidechain |
| Gas paid in | ETH | BNB |
| Token standard | ERC-20 | BEP-20 |
| Native transfer | $0.015 | $0.0010 |
| Token transfer | $0.047 | $0.0032 |
| DEX swap (approx.) | $0.130 | $0.0089 |
| Token transfer, 24 h range | $0.021 – $0.047 | $0.0025 – $0.0055 |
Verdict
- Token transfers: BNB Smart Chain is 14.6× cheaper than Ethereum right now ($0.0032 vs $0.047), and cheaper for 18 of the 18 assets both networks support.
- Stablecoins: sending USDE costs $0.047 on Ethereum vs $0.0032 on BNB Smart Chain — BNB Smart Chain wins, provided the recipient accepts deposits on it.
- Gas token: you need ETH on Ethereum and BNB on BNB Smart Chain.
- Speed: blocks every ~12 s on Ethereum vs ~0.75 s on BNB Smart Chain.
Cost to send each asset: Ethereum vs BNB Smart Chain
| Asset | Ethereum | BNB Smart Chain | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDE | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| FDUSD | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| USD1 | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| WBTC | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| LINK | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| UNI | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| AAVE | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| PEPE | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| BONK | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| PENGU | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| FLOKI | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| SUSDE | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| SUSHI | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| 1INCH | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| COMP | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| APE | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| INJ | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
| FET | $0.047 | $0.0032 | BNB Smart Chain |
Transfer to an address that already holds the asset. New holders can cost more (Solana token-account rent, extra TRON energy). Exchange withdrawal fees are separate.
FAQ
Is Ethereum cheaper than BNB Smart Chain?
For a token transfer, BNB Smart Chain is currently 14.6× cheaper ($0.0032 vs $0.047). Fees change every block; this comparison is refreshed every 10 minutes.
Can I send tokens from Ethereum to BNB Smart Chain directly?
No. A regular transfer stays on one network. Moving assets between Ethereum and BNB Smart Chain requires a bridge or an exchange that supports both networks, which adds its own fees.
Details: Ethereum gas fees · BNB Smart Chain gas fees · all chains · methodology
Data updated: 2026-10-01 12:00 UTC.