What is Sui?
Sui is a high-performance layer-1 blockchain that uses the Move language and an object-centric design, giving it parallel transaction execution, sub-second finality and very low fees.
Sui in plain English
Sui is a layer-1 blockchain — its own base network, not built on Ethereum — created by Mysten Labs. It is built around objects rather than accounts, and written in the Move language. This lets Sui process many unrelated transactions in parallel, so it stays fast and cheap even when busy.
What makes Sui different
- Object model: coins, tokens and NFTs are objects you own directly in your wallet.
- Parallel execution: independent transactions run at the same time, not one by one.
- Sub-second finality: simple transfers confirm almost instantly.
- Move language: a safety-first language designed specifically for digital assets.
Gas is paid in SUI
Every transaction and token deployment on Sui is paid in the network's native coin, SUI. Fees are typically a few cents, and you keep a small amount of SUI in your wallet for gas.
How tokens work on Sui
On Sui, a token is a Coin defined by its own published Move module. Unlike account-balance chains, each token type is its own tiny on-chain package — which is why creating a Sui token publishes a small module that you own. Our Sui token creator does this for you with no coding.
Why people choose Sui
- Speed: sub-second finality and high throughput.
- Low fees: a few cents per transaction.
- Modern tooling: Move safety and great wallets (Slush, Suiet, Phantom).
- Growing ecosystem: DeFi, NFTs and games.
Creating a token on Sui
You can launch your own Sui Coin in minutes — connect a Sui wallet, set the name, symbol, supply and icon, and publish. See how to create a Sui token.
Frequently asked questions
Is Sui an Ethereum layer-2?
No. Sui is its own independent layer-1 blockchain built on the Move language — it is not built on Ethereum and does not use the EVM.
What coin does Sui use for gas?
SUI, the network's native coin. You keep a small amount in your wallet for transaction and deployment fees.
What is a token on Sui?
A Coin defined by its own published Move module. Each token type is its own on-chain package, which you own after creating it.
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