Shared node infrastructure for top blockchains using JSON-RPC.
Retrieve blockchain data, balances, and transactions
Detailed blockchain history and transaction data for any address.
Access to full transaction data on all transactions & addresses
Full smart contracts metadata, including token symbols & token names
Dedicated nodes infrastructure for leading blockchains using JSON-RPC
Address validation, encoding & cryptographic tasks optimizations
Broadcast and verify transactions with real-time monitoring
Sync and manage HD wallets, keys and addresses
Precise blockchain transaction fee estimates based on transaction priority
Prepare EVM transactions, including token transfers
Access to full transaction data on all transactions & addresses
Real-time notifications for events on top blockchains. Response under 100ms.
Get access to unified market data using REST APIs from top crypto exchanges.
Test EVM transactions, optimize gas fees and identify security flaws
Access to reliable, scalable, and comprehensive historical cryptocurrency data is a critical requirement for organizations building blockchain-enabled products and services. Whether you're a DeFi protocol, an exchange, or a compliance-driven fintech firm, you face a pivotal decision:
Do you build and maintain your own blockchain node infrastructure—or use a third-party provider like Crypto APIs?
This guide offers a clear-eyed, data-driven cost comparison between self-hosted node infrastructure and Crypto APIs subscription plans to help you make an informed, strategic decision.
Managing your own blockchain infrastructure may sound like a way to retain control and reduce vendor reliance—but the hidden costs are significant.
Supporting even a handful of major blockchains (Ethereum, Bitcoin, Solana, Polygon, BNB Chain) can be resource-intensive:
That’s easily $5,000+ per month just to run a multi-chain environment.
You’ll need a qualified team:
Even a lean team can run you $350,000+ annually, excluding scaling projects or emergency response hours.
Instead of reinventing the wheel, many organizations choose Crypto APIs, a unified platform offering historical and real-time cryptocurrency data across 30+ blockchains.
Plan | Monthly Cost | Throughput | Blockchains | Support Type |
Starter | $49 ($40 if billed annually) | 3,000 req/s | 30+ | Email (72h SLA) |
Scale | $299 ($249 annual) | 6,000 req/s | 30+ | Email (48h SLA) |
Pro | $799 ($665 annual) | 12,000 req/s | 30+ | Dedicated (24h SLA) |
Enterprise | Custom | Unlimited | Custom | 24/7 SLA + onboarding |
Crypto APIs also includes:
Savings: Up to 133% on infrastructure and maintenance costs
Savings: Over $3.2M/year vs. self-hosted infrastructure
Savings: Over 150% reduction in operating costs
Factor | In-House Infrastructure | Crypto APIs Platform |
Upfront Costs | $50K–$500K+ | $0–$799/month |
Time to Market | 6–12 months (recruiting, setup, testing) | Under 1 week |
Maintenance | Ongoing updates + 24/7 monitoring | Fully managed |
Compliance | Self-managed | Built-in tools (KYC, audit-ready logs) |
Scalability | Manual, high failure risks | Auto-scaled with PAYG overages |
Team Requirements | DevOps, engineers, compliance officers | Minimal internal team needed |
Even with in-house talent, maintaining multiple blockchain nodes is time-consuming and diverts focus from core product development. Crypto APIs lets your team focus on building features—not troubleshooting node crashes.
Crypto APIs offers flexible endpoints, support for custom data structuring, and enterprise-level integration assistance—ensuring adaptability to your needs.
With built-in security, audit-ready logs, and optional KYC features, Crypto APIs simplifies your path to regulatory compliance.
Absolutely. Some companies opt to run a few internal nodes while using Crypto APIs for long-tail chains, analytics, and scaling coverage. Hybrid models are fully supported.
For businesses of all sizes—whether you're launching a DeFi product, managing a crypto exchange, or running a Web3 analytics platform—the cost of managing your own blockchain infrastructure rarely justifies the effort.
Crypto APIs offers:
Bottom line: For most organizations, Crypto APIs delivers the most cost-effective, scalable, and low-risk solution for accessing historical cryptocurrency data.
Start your free trial or speak to our team at Crypto APIs today to explore the right plan for your blockchain data needs.