Which network should I choose when swapping BNB — BNB Smart Chain or OPBNB?

You should choose the network that your receiving wallet or exchange supports. BNB Smart Chain is the primary network and is more widely supported, while OPBNB is a layer-2 network that may offer different fee characteristics. If you are unsure which network your destination uses, check with your receiving platform before initiating the swap.

Why do users commonly swap other assets into BNB?

BNB is required to pay transaction fees on BNB Smart Chain, so users who want to interact with dApps, trade tokens, or send assets on that network need BNB in their wallet first. Swapping into BNB on Zest is a straightforward way to acquire it without going through a centralized exchange account.

Is there a minimum BNB exchange amount?

Minimums vary by pair and network. The exchange widget shows the exact minimum and maximum for your selected pair before you confirm, so you can check the limits before sending anything.

Do I need an account to swap BNB?

No signup is required for standard swaps. Zest is non-custodial: you send from and receive to wallets you control, and the rate is shown before you confirm.

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BNB

$568.70+0.19% today

24h Change

+0.19%

today

7d Change

-0.51%

vs last week

Market Cap

$75.74B

24h Volume

$407.28M

BNB is the native asset of BNB Smart Chain, a smart-contract platform used for decentralized applications, token swaps, and payments. Users frequently swap into BNB to cover gas fees on BNB Smart Chain or to interact with the broader ecosystem of dApps and tokens built on it. BNB is also available on OPBNB, an optimistic layer-2 network, giving users flexibility in how they move and use the asset.

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Before exchanging BNB

Before swapping BNB, confirm which network your receiving wallet or platform supports — BNB Smart Chain and OPBNB are distinct networks, and sending to the wrong one can result in inaccessible funds. Double-check the destination address format, as an incorrect address on either network is irreversible. Settlement speed can vary depending on network conditions at the time of your swap. No memo or destination tag is required for BNB on either supported network. Zest shows the full rate and destination details before you confirm, so review everything carefully before proceeding.

Supported BNB networks

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BNB Smart Chain
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OPBNB

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About BNB

BNB (BNB) is a cryptocurrency . BNB has a current supply of 134,782,219.07. The last known price of BNB is 568.70640765 USD and is up 0.68 over the last 24 hours. It is currently trading on 3297 active market(s) with $1,075,117,481.30 traded over the last 24 hours. More information can be found at https://bnbchain.org/en.