logistics Tech Comparison
Interstellar Exchange vs Hyperlane Charting
Comparing the Interstellar Exchange (Tier 3) and Hyperlane Charting (Tier 3), both logistics technologies in Starforge MMO. Use this to decide which to queue first when your research lab can only run one project at a time.
Research Comparison
| Attribute | Interstellar Exchange | Hyperlane Charting |
|---|---|---|
| Tier | T3 | T3 |
| Research time | 20 | 18▼ |
| metal cost | 30,000▼ | 40,000 |
| crystal cost | 15,000▼ | 20,000 |
| credits cost | 50,000▼ | — |
| gas cost | — | 5,000▼ |
| Effect | unlocks neutral market: true | +25% fleet travel speed |
▼ marks the lower resource / time cost. Cheaper isn't always better — weigh it against the effect each tech unlocks.
Interstellar Exchange
Opens cross-faction neutral market. Trade any resource with neutral NPC merchants.
Unlocks buildings: interstellar exchange
Requires: logistics 2, logistics 3
Hyperlane Charting
Comprehensive stellar cartography maps optimal hyperlane routes, increasing fleet movement speed by 25%.
Unlocks buildings: cartography center
Requires: logistics 7
Which Should You Research First?
Both sit at the same tier. The Hyperlane Charting is the cheaper project, so it's the safer early pick if your economy is tight; otherwise prioritise whichever effect supports your current strategy.