The Hidden Gas Tax on Token Swaps: Cutting Costs 100x Across EVM Networks

Users lost over $1.5 billion to gas fees on Ethereum in 2025 alone, making gas optimization critical for any trading application. The 100x cost difference between L1 and L2 networks reveals a significant opportunity for developers—users can save dramatically by simply choosing the right chain. As on-chain activity scales, understanding gas-efficient routing and chain selection becomes essential to delivering competitive user experiences in the EVM ecosystem.