IBM Blockchain Platform Pricing

“However, to live with it, pricing and ROI would need to be big considerations as the cost is a bit high compared to building your own from open source with the same framework. … Price, as it may a bit expensive to use Local support, as IBM always uses global support where it is hard to get.”

“Free tiers are a blessing, but beyond that it can get very expensive very quickly (needs a starter package for startups with little money). … A starter/cheaper pricing model is desperately needed though for startups who are testing their MVP or conducting a pilot.”

“We have used the platform for developing applications in two separate industries and things worked out well.

However, if you are working under a tight budget or the client is expecting a cost...”

“ROI suffers since it is expensive and not well documented.”

“It's not so good a fit for lower budget use cases, not so friendly or cheap for the developers to get started on. … Some infrastructure deployments fail at launch, could be retried to launch again More free tier credits for developers to get started with the service can be given :) Some live use cases can be...”

“The new IBM Blockchain Platform pricing model makes the platform more affordable to our network members.”

“I was not involved in the decision to purchase blockchain, but I do know the cost of the product was reasonable given what we were receiving.”

“The only chink in the armor I see is the lack of flexible pricing on IBM Blockchain Platform and the lack of what many businesses see as a reasonable starting point for a financial commitment.”

“We use Hyperledger Fabric as part of an assurance process between various parties in high-value financial transactions where fraud and malfeasance risks weigh heavily.”