| L1 Blockchain | L2 Blockchain |
|---|---|
| Layer 1 offers security to your blockchain | Layer 2 provides better scalability and efficiency to your blockchain |
| It functions as the first or primary layer in your blockchain | Layer 2 functions on top of layer 2 as a secondary layer |
| Layer 1 blockchains are slow | Layer 2 blockchains are relatively faster |
| It uses Proof-of-Work and carbon footprint is comparatively larger | It uses Proof-of-Stake and offers environmental friendly operation |