1. Woven Gabion Cages:

   • Made by weaving wires together to form a mesh.
   • The wires are typically galvanized or PVC-coated for corrosion resistance.
   • The mesh is flexible, which allows the gabion to conform to the terrain and absorb energy from flowing water or earth movements.
   • Commonly used in erosion control, retaining walls, and riverbank protection.
   • Usually composed of hexagonal mesh.
   • Generally more economical and easier to transport because the cages can be shipped flat and assembled on-site.

2. Welded Gabion Cages:

   • Made by welding wires at their intersections to form a rigid mesh.
   • The mesh is usually square or rectangular.
   • Provides greater structural strength and stability compared to woven gabions.
   • Suitable for applications requiring more precise and rigid structural support.
   • Often used where higher load-bearing capacity or more uniform shape is needed.
   • Typically more expensive and heavier due to the rigid welded structure.

In summary, woven gabions are flexible and adaptable to irregular surfaces, ideal for erosion and slope stabilization, while welded gabions are more rigid and stronger, suitable for structural retaining walls and applications needing precise geometric forms.