Blockscout
Source-available block explorer for EVM chains, self-hosted or hosted, with a multichain PRO API.
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Blockscout key facts
| Category | Block explorer |
|---|---|
| Chains | EVM chains |
| Platforms | Web, API |
| Pricing | Builder $49/mo, Pro $199/mo, Business $999/mo, Enterprise custom |
| Free plan | 5 RPS, 100K credits/day |
| Open source | Source-available (Blockscout Software Licence since v11.0.0) |
| Chains | EVM chains; PRO API covers 100+ chains |
What is Blockscout?
Blockscout is a block explorer for EVM chains that projects can self-host or buy as a hosted service; its docs cite support for 1000+ networks. The PRO API covers 100+ chains with one key, free at 5 requests per second and 100K credits a day, with paid plans from $49 a month.
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Blockscout pros and cons
- Free PRO API: 5 RPS and 100K credits/day
- One API key across 100+ chains
- Free to self-host and modify for your own chain
- Since v11.0.0 (April 2026) the license is source-available, not open source
- Reselling hosted Blockscout needs a commercial license
- Default call costs 20 credits, so the free tier is about 5,000 calls/day
Blockscout FAQ
What is Blockscout?
Blockscout is a block explorer for EVM chains that projects can self-host or buy as a hosted service; its docs cite support for 1000+ networks. The PRO API covers 100+ chains with one key, free at 5 requests per second and 100K credits a day, with paid plans from $49 a month.
Which chains does Blockscout support?
EVM chains.
How much does Blockscout cost?
Builder $49/mo, Pro $199/mo, Business $999/mo, Enterprise custom, according to Blockscout’s own page (checked Sep 26, 2026). Free plan: 5 RPS, 100K credits/day.
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How this page works
Sources: Blockscout: official site, Blockscout: API rate limits, Blockscout: Software licence. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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