GetBlock vs Irys

Overview

GetBlock GetBlock is a multi-chain RPC node provider that gives developers API access to blockchain networks, including Solana, through both shared and dedicated nodes. The hook: one provider for Solana plus 1... Irys Irys (formerly Bundlr) is a programmable datachain that provides permanent, verifiable data storage for blockchain applications. In the Solana ecosystem, Irys is widely used for storing NFT metadata,...

Community Ratings

GetBlock is rated higher by the MadeOnSol community with 5.0/5 stars across 4 reviews, compared to 0.0/5 for Irys (0 reviews). That said, ratings only tell part of the story — what matters most is which tool fits your specific workflow.

Pricing & Value

GetBlock uses a freemium model, while Irys is paid.

Key Features

GetBlock offers 5 features including Solana RPC among 100+ chains, Shared multi-tenant nodes, Dedicated private nodes, and 2 more. Irys counters with 5 features including Permanent data storage with one-time payment, SOL payment support for Solana developers, NFT metadata and image hosting, 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. GetBlock currently has a healthy health status with 100.0% uptime over the last 30 days. Irys 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

GetBlock's key strengths include broad multi-chain coverage, free tier to start, dedicated nodes for heavy workloads. Irys stands out for permanent storage eliminates hosting concerns, native sol payment integration, widely used in solana nft ecosystem. On the flip side, GetBlock's weaknesses include general provider, solana is one of 100+ chains, while Irys's main drawback is cost scales with data size.

The Verdict

While GetBlock (RPC Providers) and Irys (Data & Indexing) serve different primary purposes, users often consider both when building their Solana toolkit. We recommend trying both — GetBlock is free to start and check Irys's pricing. Read user reviews on each tool's page for real-world feedback from the Solana community.