โš–๏ธ Comparing Standards: When to Use Each

Understand trade-offs between gas costs, features, and use cases

Master ERC-721, ERC-1155, and their differences

๐ŸŽฏ ERC-721 vs ERC-1155: Which to Choose?

Choosing the right standard depends on your project's needs. Answer a few questions to get a personalized recommendation.

โš–๏ธ Quick Comparison

Simplicity:ERC-721 โœ“
Gas Efficiency:ERC-1155 โœ“
Batch Operations:ERC-1155 โœ“
Ecosystem Support:ERC-721 โœ“
Mixed Token Types:ERC-1155 Only

๐Ÿ’ก Rule of Thumb

  • โ€ขSmall collection, unique items: ERC-721
  • โ€ขLarge collection, batch ops: ERC-1155
  • โ€ขGaming with multiple types: ERC-1155
  • โ€ขStandard NFT art: ERC-721

๐Ÿงญ Interactive: Find Your Standard

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โš ๏ธ Important Considerations

  • โ€ขMarketplace Support: Most support both, but ERC-721 has broader historical compatibility
  • โ€ขMigration Cost: Switching standards later is expensiveโ€”choose carefully upfront
  • โ€ขDeveloper Experience: ERC-721 has more tutorials and examples available
  • โ€ขGas at Scale: ERC-1155 advantage grows significantly above 1,000 items
โ† ERC-1155 Explained