Head-to-head · Comparison
Features, pricing, health score, community ratings — side-by-side from the live MadeOnSol database.
Updated July 18, 2026
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| Rating | (4) | (3) |
| Pricing | Freemium | Free |
| Health | Healthy | Healthy |
| Chain | solana only | solana only |
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| Features | 5 features | 4 features |
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Analysis
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... Nocturnal Nocturnal is a Solana decentralized exchange with a dark, night-themed trading interface aimed at active and after-hours traders. The project is incubated by Arc (AI Rig Complex), a Solana-native AI a...
GetBlock is rated higher by the MadeOnSol community with 5.0/5 stars across 4 reviews, compared to 4.7/5 for Nocturnal (3 reviews). That said, ratings only tell part of the story — what matters most is which tool fits your specific workflow.
GetBlock uses a freemium model, while Nocturnal is free. Nocturnal has the edge for budget-conscious users, though GetBlock's paid tier may offer features worth paying for.
GetBlock offers 5 features including Solana RPC among 100+ chains, Shared multi-tenant nodes, Dedicated private nodes, and 2 more. Nocturnal counters with 4 features including Solana DEX swap interface, Dark, night-themed UI, Installable PWA (mobile + desktop), and 1 more. The right choice depends on which specific features matter for your use case — check the individual review pages for full breakdowns.
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. Nocturnal is rated healthy with 100.0% uptime. For any tool you trust with your funds, trades, or yield, uptime and speed are non-negotiable.
GetBlock's key strengths include broad multi-chain coverage, free tier to start, dedicated nodes for heavy workloads. Nocturnal stands out for distinct night-trading aesthetic, mobile-installable pwa, backed by an established solana ai ecosystem. On the flip side, GetBlock's weaknesses include general provider, solana is one of 100+ chains, while Nocturnal's main drawback is newer project — limited public feature documentation.
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| Twitter Followers | 23,949 | 3,321 |
| Categories | RPC Providers | DEXs & Swaps, Trading Bots |
| Description | Multi-chain RPC provider with free and paid Solana nodes — shared and dedicated endpoints for dApps, bots, and analytics | Built for those drawn to the glow of the charts after dark |
While GetBlock (RPC Providers) and Nocturnal (DEXs & Swaps) serve different primary purposes, users often consider both when building their Solana toolkit. GetBlock has the community's vote, but your mileage may vary depending on your specific needs. We recommend trying both — GetBlock is free to start and Nocturnal is free to start. Read user reviews on each tool's page for real-world feedback from the Solana community.