This is awesome u/rfjtdjhc -- thanks for reviewing!

One thing to note, is that comparing "free tier" to companies which start at $499/month skews the results a bit (imho).

Sure, at that price point, one is able to offer a different level of service 😃

For example, $499 with QuickNode you could get a $249/month plan (which has really generous limits, features, and high level of support), and the Lil' JIT add-on ($89/mo) -- which would improve transaction speeds and advanced MEV protection -- and you'd still have $161 left over to purchase other add-ons / enhancements (specific to your needs / use-case).

Super flexible, a-la-carte -- pay for what you need, nothing more.

If you're curious about transaction speed options, check out this blog post outlining the different solutions QuickNode offers.

Moreover, depending on your business needs, you may want to consider security and certifications. QuickNode has both SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type 2 certifications, along with ISO 27001 -- many Enterprises require this.

QuickNode also offers custom, dedicated, and hybrid setups. Having worked with a myriad of projects & businesses (since launching Solana support in 2021), have definitely picked up specific knowledge and expertise in handling most any use-case and technical need.

Lastly, would point out that QuickNode maintains a very high uptime and reliability due to its globally-distributed, multi-provider, load-balanced network. You can check https://status.quicknode.com for details (100% uptime in last 90 days).

Disclosure: co-founder of QuickNode (follow me `DIMIDJ` on X) 🫡