Sui vs Solana
Sui and Solana are both fast, low-fee non-EVM layer-1 blockchains — but they use different technology and token models. Here is how they compare for launching a token.
Quick comparison
| Sui | Solana | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Move L1 (object model) | SVM L1 (account model) |
| Token standard | Coin (Move) | SPL |
| Language | Move | Rust |
| Gas coin | SUI | SOL |
| Typical fee | A few cents | < $0.01 |
| Finality | Sub-second | ~400 ms |
Two fast non-EVM chains
Neither Sui nor Solana uses the Ethereum Virtual Machine. Sui is built on the Move language with an object-centric model and parallel execution; Solana uses a Rust-based runtime (the SVM) with extremely high throughput. Both are far faster and cheaper than Ethereum.
Token models: Coin vs SPL
On Sui, each token is a Coin defined by its own published Move module — creating one publishes a tiny package you own, and you receive a TreasuryCap to mint or burn. On Solana, tokens use the shared SPL program with mint and freeze authorities you can revoke. Both let you build a fixed-supply, trustworthy token.
Fees & speed
Both are cheap and fast. Solana transfers are a fraction of a cent with ~400 ms finality; Sui is a few cents with sub-second finality and a storage rebate that refunds most storage costs when objects are deleted. For most launches the difference is small.
Wallets & ecosystem
Sui uses wallets like Slush, Suiet, Phantom and Ethos, with DEXes such as Cetus and Turbos. Solana uses Phantom, Solflare and Backpack, with Raydium, Orca and Jupiter. Solana has the larger ecosystem today; Sui is newer and growing fast.
Which should you choose?
Choose Solana for the deepest non-EVM liquidity and the lowest fees; choose Sui for Move safety, the object model and sub-second finality. Launch on either: create on Sui or create on Solana.
Fees and speed compared
On Sui, deploying a token and every trade after it cost a fraction of a cent, with sub-second finality. On Solana, expect a fraction of a cent at ~400 ms finality. For a launch where you run airdrops and lots of small trades, the cheaper chain saves real money over time — here that favours Sui.
Token standard and tooling
This is an EVM-versus-non-EVM decision. Solana uses the SPL standard with Phantom or Solflare and the familiar Ethereum toolset. Sui is a non-EVM layer-1 built in Move: tokens follow the Coin (Move) standard and use Suiet or Sui Wallet. If you want maximum tooling compatibility, Solana is the safer choice; if you want Sui's native ecosystem, go there.
Liquidity and ecosystem
Sui offers a fast-growing consumer and meme scene with Cetus liquidity. Solana offers the largest non-EVM meme-coin ecosystem, with deep Raydium liquidity and constant new launches. Your token trades on Cetus and Turbos on Sui, and on Raydium and Orca on Solana — pick the ecosystem where your buyers already are.
Which is better for a meme coin?
Meme coins reward cheap fees, fast confirmations and an active community. Solana edges it here for its low fees and active markets (Cetus and Turbos). That said, both let you deploy in minutes with no code — you can even launch on both and see which community catches fire.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Sui or Solana?
Deploying and trading cost a fraction of a cent on Sui and a fraction of a cent on Solana.
Can I launch my token on both Sui and Solana?
Yes. You can deploy the same token idea on each with no code — create on Sui or create on Solana.
Is Sui or Solana cheaper?
Both are very cheap. Solana transfers are a fraction of a cent; Sui is typically a few cents with a storage rebate. The difference is small for most token launches.
Are Sui and Solana EVM chains?
No — both are non-EVM layer-1s. Sui uses the Move language; Solana uses a Rust-based runtime. Neither uses MetaMask.
Which has better tooling for tokens?
Both are excellent. Sui tokens are Move Coins (you own a TreasuryCap); Solana tokens are SPL (with revocable mint/freeze authorities).
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