Base Network Fee Calculation – Ethereum Power, Lower Cost
Base is a Layer 2 network built on Ethereum, which means it gives you the security of Ethereum but with much lower fees and faster confirmations. When using Edge Wallet on Base, your fees are paid in ETH and based on gas usage, just like on mainnet—but the overall cost is a fraction of the price.
How Fees Work on Base
Fees are measured in gwei (just like Ethereum), and the cost depends on:
How much gas your transaction uses
The current network load
Because Base is a Layer 2, it bundles transactions before sending them to Ethereum, making everything faster and cheaper. Edge uses the same logic as Ethereum to calculate the best fee for your transaction.
Fee Options Available
Edge gives you four simple presets to choose from:
High – Fastest confirmation, great for high traffic times
Optimal (default) – Best balance of cost and speed for most transactions
Low – Slower but cheaper, good for non-urgent transfers
Custom – Set your own gas price and limits if you're an advanced user
Switching is easy: Just start your send → tap the fee settings gear → pick the speed or set your own.
What’s the Average Cost?
On average, sending a transaction on Base costs around $0.007 USD. That’s less than a penny—and one of the most affordable options out there.
Why This Matters
Base offers the benefits of Ethereum without the high gas fees. Whether you’re sending ETH, using dApps, or moving assets between chains, Edge makes sure your Base transactions are fast, cheap, and seamless—with full control if you want it.