An EVM-compatible testnet for the Abstract network, using ETH for gas and enabling fast, low-cost smart contract and dApp testing with familiar Ethereum tooling.
Abstract Testnet is an EVM-compatible test network for Abstract where ETH is the native gas token, used to safely trial automated/agent-based smart contracts, cross-chain bridges, wallets, and dApps before mainnet. Typical metrics for comparison: avg gas cost near zero (faucet ETH), block speed in seconds, throughput in the hundreds+ TPS, and active developer deployments; verify live stats on the official explorer at abs.xyz.
Abstract Testnet is unique for its agent-focused automation primitives and production-like tooling that let apps run scheduled or event-driven tasks without custom infrastructure. Compared with generic EVM testnets, it pairs low fees and seconds-level blocks with built-in support for gas-subsidized flows and cross-chain routing—ideal for rehearsing bridge paths and account-abstraction UX; check the explorer for current TPS and activity.
Abstract Testnet uses ETH as the gas token for transaction fees. You can obtain ETH by bridging from other chains or purchasing using thirdweb Bridge, or through faucets (for testnet).
To bridge ETH to Abstract Testnet, connect your wallet to thirdweb bridge, select your source chain, choose the token you want to bridge, select Abstract Testnet as the destination, enter the amount, and confirm the transaction. The bridge will handle the cross-chain transfer instantly.
To build on Abstract Testnet you can use thirdweb, which provides an easy way to build, monetize and scale your apps, games or agents. You can find detailed guides and documentation on https://portal.thirdweb.com to get started quickly.
To add Abstract Testnet to your wallet, you can connect your wallet and click on [Add to Wallet] button at the top of the page. Alternatively, you can add the network manually using the RPC URL and chain details and add it to your wallet's network settings.
To send ETH on Abstract Testnet, ensure your wallet is connected to the Abstract Testnet network, enter the recipient's address, specify the amount of ETH to send, review the gas fee, and confirm the transaction in your wallet.