Comparison

ChainLaunch vs AWS Managed Blockchain

Deploy Fabric and Besu networks at a fraction of the cost, with more features and zero vendor lock-in. ChainLaunch starts at $99/mo — AWS starts at $270+.

ChainLaunch

Recommended

From $99/mo — all-inclusive, no hidden fees

5 minutes to first network

Low complexity — Web UI, CLI, REST API

Fabric + Besu, AI chaincode, monitoring, backups, RBAC

Open source core — self-host anytime, no lock-in

AWS Managed Blockchain

$270-800+/mo — $0.30-0.55/hr membership + $0.034/hr per node + storage + data transfer

15-30 minutes to first network

High complexity

Fabric (no Besu support)

Vendor lock-in — tied to their platform

Feature-by-feature comparison

Feature	ChainLaunch	AWS Managed Blockchain
Monthly price (PoC)	$99	$270-800+
Setup time	5 minutes	15-30 minutes
Hyperledger Fabric
Hyperledger Besu
AI smart contract generation
Web UI dashboard
REST API
CLI tool
One-click network deploy
Built-in monitoring & analytics
Automated backups
RBAC & SSO
Network templates
Multi-org node sharing
HashiCorp Vault integration
Self-host option
No vendor lock-in
Terraform provider
Transparent pricing (no hidden fees)

Common frustrations with AWS Managed Blockchain

What teams tell us when they switch to ChainLaunch

AWS membership costs $0.30-0.55/hour just to be on the network — before you add any nodes

No Besu support — if you need EVM compatibility, you're on your own with EC2

Hidden data transfer and API request charges can double your bill unexpectedly

No built-in backup or disaster recovery — you must build it yourself with S3 and Lambda

CloudWatch monitoring is basic — no blockchain-specific metrics or transaction analytics

Vendor lock-in: migrating away from AWS Managed Blockchain requires rebuilding your entire network

No network templates — every new environment requires manual configuration from scratch

Limited to AWS regions only — no multi-cloud or on-premises deployment option

Why teams switch to ChainLaunch

The advantages that matter most

3-5x cheaper for a comparable PoC: $99/mo vs $270-800+/mo on AWS

Both Fabric and Besu in one platform — deploy EVM smart contracts alongside Fabric chaincode

AI-powered smart contract generation: describe what you want, get production-ready code

Self-host option: run ChainLaunch on any infrastructure, not just AWS

All-inclusive pricing: monitoring, backups, RBAC, and support included — no surprise fees

5-minute setup with network templates: pre-configured for common blockchain use cases

Terraform provider for infrastructure-as-code: version control your blockchain infrastructure

Open source core: inspect the code, contribute, and never worry about vendor lock-in

Frequently asked questions

Can I migrate from AWS Managed Blockchain to ChainLaunch?

Yes. ChainLaunch supports standard Hyperledger Fabric networks. You can export your chaincode and channel configurations from AWS and import them into ChainLaunch using network templates. For complex migrations, we offer free architecture review calls to plan the transition.

Does ChainLaunch support the same Fabric versions as AWS?

ChainLaunch supports Hyperledger Fabric 2.x and the latest releases, including features like SmartBFT consensus that AWS Managed Blockchain may not yet support. Plus, ChainLaunch also supports Hyperledger Besu for EVM-compatible networks.

How does ChainLaunch pricing compare to AWS for production workloads?

For production, ChainLaunch Growth ($499/mo) includes RBAC, SSO, automated backups, and up to 20 nodes — features that would cost $1,500+ on AWS when you add CloudWatch, S3 backups, IAM, and multiple peer nodes. Enterprise tier ($4,999/mo) includes dedicated vCPUs and SLA guarantees.

Is ChainLaunch as reliable as AWS Managed Blockchain?

ChainLaunch managed cloud runs on enterprise-grade infrastructure with automated health monitoring and restart capabilities. The Enterprise tier includes a 4-hour SLA response guarantee. Unlike AWS, the open-source core means you can always self-host as a fallback.

Does ChainLaunch handle certificate management like AWS?

Yes. ChainLaunch includes built-in certificate authority management for Fabric networks, with optional HashiCorp Vault integration for enterprise key management. Certificate lifecycle management is automated — no manual renewal needed.

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