extrnode vs PublicNode

Overview

extrnode extrnode, built by staking operator Everstake, is a decentralized Solana RPC gateway that load-balances and auto-fails-over across a cluster of RPC nodes, so a single node going down doesn't take your... PublicNode PublicNode provides free, high-performance RPC endpoints for 101 blockchains, including Solana. It is a no-friction way to get reliable Web3 connectivity without an account. The service is privacy-fo...

Community Ratings

extrnode is rated higher by the MadeOnSol community with 5.0/5 stars across 1 review, compared to 0.0/5 for PublicNode (0 reviews). That said, ratings only tell part of the story — what matters most is which tool fits your specific workflow.

Pricing & Value

extrnode uses a freemium model, while PublicNode is free. PublicNode has the edge for budget-conscious users, though extrnode's paid tier may offer features worth paying for.

Key Features

extrnode offers 4 features including Decentralized RPC gateway with automatic failover, Load balancing across a cluster of nodes, DAS API for compressed NFTs and token metadata, and 1 more. PublicNode counters with 5 features including Free RPC endpoints for Solana and 100+ other chains, No registration, API keys, or payment required, Privacy-first with no tracking or data collection, and 2 more. The right choice depends on which specific features matter for your use case — check the individual review pages for full breakdowns.

Reliability & Health

We monitor both tools around the clock for uptime, SSL validity, and response times. extrnode currently has a healthy health status with 100.0% uptime over the last 30 days. PublicNode is rated healthy with 100.0% uptime. For any tool you trust with your funds, trades, or yield, uptime and speed are non-negotiable.

Strengths

extrnode's key strengths include auto-failover across multiple nodes improves uptime, das api support for compressed nfts out of the box, backed by everstake, an established staking and infra operator. PublicNode stands out for zero-friction, free access for developers, privacy-focused, no data collection, great for prototypes and fallback endpoints.