When choosing between Solana and Ethereum, cost is often a deciding factor. Let's break down the real expenses of using each blockchain.
Transaction Fee Comparison
- 🔹 Solana - Average 0.00025 SOL (~$0.005) per transaction
- 🔹 Ethereum - $15-50+ depending on network congestion
Hidden Costs
- 🔹 Solana Rent - ~0.002 SOL per account (one-time, reclaimable)
- 🔹 Ethereum Gas - Varies wildly, can spike to $100+ during congestion
Total Cost of Ownership
For active users, Solana typically costs 99% less than Ethereum. A trader making 100 transactions would spend ~$0.50 on Solana vs $1,500-5,000 on Ethereum.
Solana's predictable, low costs make it ideal for frequent transactions and experimental usage.