Is the experience of Chainbase API worth it?
In the past few days, I tested the API services provided by Chainbase, and my most intuitive feeling is that the query latency is indeed lower than running my own node. For instance, when checking ERC-20 balances, Chainbase's response time is generally stable at 200–300ms, while the node I set up myself often exceeds 500ms, and during peak times, it can even drop to over 1s. This difference is quite critical for applications that require real-time data.
However, it is not perfect: a high volume of calls will trigger rate limits, requiring additional quota applications; and if you are implementing an extremely high-frequency trading strategy, the controllability of a self-built node might still be stronger. But from my personal testing, the advantages of stability and maintenance costs are really evident; you don’t have to worry about a node going down and affecting your online operations.
I would love to hear everyone's experiences: have you used Chainbase as your primary data source? Is there a significant difference in latency, success rate, and call costs? Have you encountered any pitfalls? Feel free to share your thoughts.
