10 Options Compared · Updated March 2026
Top Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solutions. Rollups, sidechains, and validiums compared. We compare features, pricing, security, and ease of use to help you make the best choice.
| # | Name | Our Take |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Arbitrum | Optimistic rollup leader |
| 2 | Optimism | Superchain |
| 3 | Polygon | zkEVM |
| 4 | Base | Coinbase L2 |
| 5 | Starknet | ZK rollup |
| 6 | zkSync | ZK rollup |
| 7 | Linea | Consensys |
| 8 | Scroll | ZK rollup |
| 9 | Mantle | MNT |
| 10 | Blast | Yield-bearing L2 |
Arbitrum (ARB) — Optimistic rollup leader. A solid option in its category with unique strengths and a dedicated user base.
Optimism (OP) — Superchain. A solid option in its category with unique strengths and a dedicated user base.
Polygon (MATIC) — zkEVM. A solid option in its category with unique strengths and a dedicated user base.
Base (Coinbase L2). A solid option in its category with unique strengths and a dedicated user base.
Starknet (STRK) — ZK rollup. A solid option in its category with unique strengths and a dedicated user base.
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