Understanding HEX on Two Chains
Before bridging, it's crucial to understand that HEX exists as two separate tokens on two chains:
🔑 eHEX vs pHEX
| Token | Chain | Origin |
|---|---|---|
| eHEX (Ethereum HEX) | Ethereum | Original HEX token launched in 2019 |
| pHEX (PulseChain HEX) | PulseChain | Copy created at PulseChain fork |
Important: They're Different Tokens!
eHEX and pHEX are not the same token. They:
- Have different prices
- Have different market caps
- Trade independently
- Are on separate blockchains
When you "bridge HEX," you're not converting eHEX to pHEX. You're moving eHEX from Ethereum to PulseChain (where it becomes a wrapped version). This is different from the pHEX you received from the fork.
Did You Already Get Free pHEX?
If you held HEX on Ethereum before May 10, 2023 (PulseChain launch), you already received an equal amount of pHEX on PulseChain — for free!
How to Check Your pHEX
- Add PulseChain network to MetaMask (guide)
- Switch to PulseChain network
- Your pHEX balance should appear (same address as Ethereum)
- If not visible, add pHEX token contract manually
📝 pHEX Contract Address
0x2b591e99afE9f32eAA6214f7B7629768c40Eeb39
(Same address as eHEX on Ethereum — it was copied)
Why Bridge HEX to PulseChain?
Benefits of HEX on PulseChain
- Cheaper Gas: Stake HEX for $0.001 vs $5-50 on Ethereum
- Faster Transactions: 10-second blocks
- Lower Barrier: Makes small stakes economical
- More Flexibility: Easy to end stakes, claim rewards
Reasons to Bridge eHEX Specifically
- You want to sell eHEX for PLS or other PulseChain tokens
- You want exposure to eHEX price while using PulseChain DeFi
- Lower fees for managing your eHEX holdings
How to Bridge HEX to PulseChain
Method 1: Bridge eHEX Using PulseChain Bridge
This bridges your Ethereum HEX to PulseChain as a wrapped token.
Step-by-Step:
- Prepare your wallet
- Have eHEX in your MetaMask on Ethereum
- Have ETH for Ethereum gas fees
- Add PulseChain network to MetaMask
- Go to the bridge
- Visit pulse-bridge.com
- Connect your wallet
- Select "Ethereum → PulseChain"
- Select HEX token
- Search for "HEX" in token list
- Enter amount to bridge
- Approve and bridge
- First transaction: Approve HEX spending
- Second transaction: Initiate bridge
- Confirm both in MetaMask
- Wait for confirmation
- Usually 2-5 minutes
- Check status on bridge interface
- Receive wrapped eHEX on PulseChain
- Switch to PulseChain network
- You'll see bridged eHEX in your wallet
Method 2: Swap on PulseChain Instead
An alternative to bridging: if you have other tokens on PulseChain, you can simply swap for pHEX on PulseX.
- Bridge ETH or stablecoins to PulseChain
- Go to PulseX (app.pulsex.com)
- Swap your tokens for pHEX
This gets you pHEX (native PulseChain HEX), not bridged eHEX.
What About HEX Stakes?
⚠️ Critical: Stakes Cannot Be Bridged!
Active HEX stakes (T-shares) cannot be bridged between chains. A stake on Ethereum stays on Ethereum. A stake on PulseChain stays on PulseChain.
What Happened to Stakes at Fork?
When PulseChain launched, all HEX stakes were copied:
- If you had a stake on Ethereum, you got an identical stake on PulseChain
- Same T-shares, same end date
- They're now independent — ending one doesn't affect the other
Managing Stakes on Both Chains
You can use go.hex.com on both chains:
- Ethereum version: Manage eHEX stakes
- PulseChain version: Manage pHEX stakes
Pro tip: Managing pHEX stakes is much cheaper due to PulseChain's low gas fees!
Cost Comparison: HEX Operations
| Operation | Ethereum (eHEX) | PulseChain (pHEX) |
|---|---|---|
| Start a Stake | $5 - $30 | $0.001 - $0.005 |
| End a Stake | $5 - $30 | $0.001 - $0.005 |
| Good Accounting | $3 - $20 | $0.0005 - $0.002 |
| Transfer HEX | $2 - $15 | $0.0001 - $0.001 |
eHEX vs pHEX: Which Should You Hold?
Arguments for eHEX
- Original token with longer track record
- Listed on more exchanges
- Generally higher price (as of Dec 2025)
- Ethereum's security and decentralization
Arguments for pHEX
- Massively cheaper to stake and manage
- Native to PulseChain ecosystem
- Potentially higher upside (lower market cap)
- Better for active staking strategies
Many Hold Both
Most serious HEX holders maintain positions on both chains, benefiting from:
- Diversification across chains
- Cheap management on PulseChain
- Options for different market conditions
Bridging Best Practices
Before Bridging
- Check prices: Compare eHEX and pHEX prices — sometimes swapping is better than bridging
- Calculate fees: Include Ethereum gas + bridge fee + any swap fees
- Have PLS ready: You'll need PLS for gas on PulseChain side
- Test first: Bridge a small amount to verify the process
Security Tips
- Only use official bridge URLs
- Verify contract addresses
- Never share your seed phrase
- Consider using a hardware wallet for large amounts
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I convert eHEX to pHEX?
Not directly — they're different tokens. You can bridge eHEX to PulseChain (as wrapped eHEX) and then swap for pHEX on PulseX if you want to convert, but you'll be subject to market rates and slippage.
Is my HEX stake on both chains?
If you had a stake before May 10, 2023, yes — you have identical stakes on both chains. Stakes created after the fork exist only on the chain where you created them.
Which HEX is worth more?
As of December 2025, eHEX typically trades at a premium to pHEX, but this can change. Always check current prices on DEX Screener or CoinGecko.
How long does bridging HEX take?
Using the PulseChain Bridge, HEX bridging typically takes 2-5 minutes depending on Ethereum network congestion.
Can I bridge HEX back to Ethereum?
Yes, if you bridged eHEX to PulseChain, you can bridge it back. Note that pHEX (native PulseChain HEX) cannot be bridged to Ethereum.
Conclusion
Bridging HEX to PulseChain opens up cheaper staking and more flexibility for managing your HEX positions. Remember:
- eHEX and pHEX are different tokens
- Check if you already have pHEX from the fork
- Stakes can't be bridged — only liquid HEX
- PulseChain makes HEX operations 1000x cheaper
