QuickNode vs Infura: Which RPC Provider Should You Use?
Infura is the long-trusted Ethereum default; QuickNode is the broader, add-on-rich multi-chain platform with a strong Solana story. Both meter usage and bill by card.
QuickNode vs Infura: side by side
| Feature | QuickNode | Infura |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing unit | API Credits (per-method weight) | Daily request allowance + credits |
| Chain coverage | 60+ chains, strong Solana | EVM set + IPFS + some non-EVM |
| Add-on products | Streams, Functions, MEV, Marketplace | IPFS, Gas API, Linea |
| Ecosystem | Independent multi-chain | ConsenSys (MetaMask, Linea) |
| WebSocket | Yes | Yes |
| Archive data | Higher tiers | Higher tiers / add-on |
| Payment | Card | Card |
| Best known for | Breadth + add-on marketplace | Reliability + MetaMask default |
Sourced from QuickNode’s and Infura’s public pricing pages. Last reviewed 2026-06. Pricing changes frequently — verify on the source sites before deciding.
Which should you pick?
Choose QuickNode
Pick QuickNode if you want breadth — many chains, a strong Solana story, and an add-on marketplace (Streams, Functions, MEV) to assemble capabilities beyond raw RPC from one dashboard.
Choose Infura
Pick Infura if you're anchored in the ConsenSys ecosystem or want the conservative, long-trusted Ethereum endpoint that existing tooling assumes, plus IPFS in the same account.
A flat-rate third option: SwiftNodes
Both meter usage and bill by card. For teams that only need raw RPC and WebSocket — not Streams, MEV, or IPFS — flat-rate billing is simpler and often cheaper at sustained volume. SwiftNodes is flat-rate by requests-per-second across 75+ EVM and non-EVM chains, with crypto payments and no KYC. It competes only on raw RPC, not on either provider's add-on products. Try the free tier →
Frequently asked questions
Is QuickNode or Infura better for Solana?
QuickNode has the stronger Solana product of the two. Infura is EVM-centric. For Solana plus a flat bill, SwiftNodes also provides Solana RPC and WebSocket under its flat-rate plans.
Do both meter usage?
Yes — QuickNode bills API Credits and Infura bills a daily request allowance plus credits. Both make your cost a function of usage. A flat-rate provider fixes the monthly number regardless of request volume within your rate limit.
Can I pay in crypto for either?
QuickNode and Infura are primarily card-billed. If crypto payment and no KYC matter, SwiftNodes accepts ETH, BNB, USDT, and USDC for flat-rate plans.
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