Hyperledger Besu
An open-source Ethereum client developed under the Apache 2.0 license and written in Java.
Overview
Hyperledger Besu is an Ethereum client designed to be enterprise-friendly for both public and private permissioned network use cases. It can be run on the Ethereum public network or on private permissioned networks, as well as testnets such as Rinkeby, Ropsten, and Görli. Besu includes several consensus algorithms including PoW, and PoA (IBFT, IBFT 2.0, Etherhash, and Clique).
✨ Key Features
- Enterprise-grade Ethereum client.
- Support for both public and private networks.
- Multiple consensus algorithms.
- Comprehensive permissioning schemes.
- JSON-RPC API for interacting with the node.
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Enterprise-focused features like permissioning and privacy.
- Written in Java, a popular enterprise language.
- Part of the Hyperledger ecosystem.
Unique Value: Provides a robust and feature-rich Ethereum client that is specifically designed to meet the needs of enterprises, offering advanced features for building private and permissioned blockchain networks.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Supply chain management, finance, and other enterprise use cases
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple dApp development that does not require enterprise features
🏆 Alternatives
Compared to Geth, Besu offers a more comprehensive set of enterprise-grade features. Its inclusion in the Hyperledger project also provides strong backing and integration with other enterprise blockchain tools.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Hyperledger Besu is open-source and free to use.
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