What is HyperEVM?
HyperEVM is the EVM-compatible smart-contract layer of Hyperliquid — a high-performance layer-1 best known for on-chain trading — so MetaMask and ERC-20 tokens work unchanged, with fast finality and low fees paid in HYPE.
HyperEVM in plain English
Hyperliquid is a high-performance layer-1 built for on-chain trading (perps and spot). HyperEVM is its EVM-compatible execution layer — it runs standard Ethereum smart contracts, so developers can deploy ERC-20 tokens, DeFi and apps using MetaMask, right next to Hyperliquid's deep liquidity.
Gas in HYPE
Gas on HyperEVM is paid in HYPE, Hyperliquid's native coin. Fees are low and finality is fast. You only need a small amount of HYPE on HyperEVM to transact and deploy a token.
Why people choose HyperEVM
- Fast & cheap — quick confirmation, low fees.
- EVM + MetaMask — same tools as Ethereum.
- Next to Hyperliquid liquidity — one of the most active trading ecosystems.
- Fast-growing DeFi and token scene.
Creating a token on HyperEVM
Because HyperEVM is EVM-compatible, launching a token is the same simple ERC-20 process as Ethereum — only far cheaper. Our HyperEVM token creator deploys a verified contract in minutes with no coding, using MetaMask.
Frequently asked questions
Is HyperEVM EVM-compatible?
Yes — HyperEVM runs the EVM, so the same ERC-20 standard, MetaMask and Ethereum tooling work unchanged.
What coin does HyperEVM use for gas?
HYPE, Hyperliquid's native coin. You need a small amount on HyperEVM to transact and deploy a token.
Is HyperEVM the same as Hyperliquid?
HyperEVM is the EVM smart-contract layer of the Hyperliquid network. Hyperliquid is the broader high-performance L1; HyperEVM is where you deploy ERC-20 tokens and contracts.
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