Crypto · head to head
Polygonscan vs Trust Wallet
The short version
- Each has a real cost: Polygonscan the PolygonScan API page now redirects to Etherscan's unified multichain API pricing, so Polygon data is bought under Etherscan plans rather than a PolygonScan-specific one; Trust Wallet no premium or paid tiers
- They diverge on capability: Polygonscan covers Block Explorer, Trust Wallet covers Multi-chain Support.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Polygonscan and Trust Wallet actually diverge.
| Attribute | Polygonscan | Trust Wallet |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | freemium | free |
| Platforms | Web, Api | Ios, Android, Chrome |
| Founded | 2021 | 2017 |
Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Crypto).
What each one covers
Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.
Only in Polygonscan
- Block Explorer
- Transaction Tracking
- Token Tracker
- Contract Verification
- Bridge Monitor
- Polygon PoS
- ERC-20 tokens
- Web support
Only in Trust Wallet
- Multi-chain Support
- dApp Browser
- Staking
- NFT Gallery
- Token Swaps
- 100+ blockchains
- WalletConnect
- Ios support
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Polygonscan
- Exploring Polygon transactions, addresses and token transfersnot Trust Wallet
- Verifying and reading Polygon smart contract source codenot Trust Wallet
- Querying Polygon on-chain data through the explorer APInot Trust Wallet
Trust Wallet
- Cryptocurrency wallet managementnot Polygonscan
- Self-custody digital assetsnot Polygonscan
- Multi-chain token storagenot Polygonscan
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
Polygonscan
- The PolygonScan API page now redirects to Etherscan's unified multichain API pricing, so Polygon data is bought under Etherscan plans rather than a PolygonScan-specific one
- The free API plan is capped at 3 calls per second and 100,000 calls per day and requires attribution
- API Pro endpoints start at the Standard plan at $199 per month
- Rate limits top out at 30 calls per second even on the $899 per month Pro Plus plan
- Metadata CSV export and dedicated support require Metadata Enterprise, which is quoted by contact with no published price
Trust Wallet
- No premium or paid tiers
- Self-custody limits support availability
Pricing, plan by plan
Polygonscan
Free- FreeFree
- Block explorer
- 5 API calls/sec
- Token tracker
- Pro$199/month
- Higher rate limits
- Advanced APIs
Trust Wallet
Free- FreeFree
- Multi-chain wallet
- dApp browser
- Staking
Which should you pick?
Choose Polygonscan if
- You need block explorer.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Web, Api.
- You also want transaction tracking.
Choose Trust Wallet if
- You need multi-chain support.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on Ios, Android, Chrome.
- You also want dapp browser.
Questions people ask
- Is Polygonscan or Trust Wallet better?
- Neither clearly leads. Polygonscan starts at Free and Trust Wallet at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Polygonscan or Trust Wallet?
- Polygonscan starts at Free and Trust Wallet at Free.
- Does Polygonscan or Trust Wallet run on more platforms?
- Polygonscan runs on Web, Api. Trust Wallet runs on Ios, Android, Chrome.
- Can I use Polygonscan for free?
- Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
- What is Polygonscan best used for?
- Polygonscan is most often used for exploring polygon transactions, addresses and token transfers, verifying and reading polygon smart contract source code, querying polygon on-chain data through the explorer api. Of those, exploring polygon transactions, addresses and token transfers and verifying and reading polygon smart contract source code are not what Trust Wallet is typically brought in for.
- What can Polygonscan do that Trust Wallet cannot?
- Polygonscan covers Block Explorer, Transaction Tracking, Token Tracker, Contract Verification. Trust Wallet covers Multi-chain Support, dApp Browser, Staking, NFT Gallery.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
Polygonscan: Does Polygonscan have a free API tier?
Yes. Polygonscan redirects to Etherscan's API pricing, which offers a free tier with 3 calls/second limit and up to 100,000 API calls/day on selected chains. Attribution is required for the free tier.
SourceTrust Wallet: Is Trust Wallet completely free to use?
Yes. Trust Wallet is a free self-custody crypto wallet. No fees are charged for using the core wallet functionality or storing digital assets.
SourcePolygonscan: What are the paid API tiers and their costs?
Etherscan offers six paid tiers: Lite ($49/month), Standard ($199), Advanced ($299), Professional ($399), Pro Plus ($899), and Dedicated (custom). All tiers offer discounts for quarterly (10%) or annual (15%) billing.
SourceTrust Wallet: Are there any transaction fees or premium features?
The Trust Wallet homepage does not mention transaction fees, premium features, or paid tiers. The service is described as free, with self-custody access to users' own assets.
SourcePolygonscan: What request limits apply to each tier?
Lite allows 5 calls/second and 100,000 daily calls. Standard provides 10 calls/second and 200,000 daily calls. Advanced offers 20 calls/second and 500,000 daily calls. Professional allows 30 calls/second and 1,000,000 daily calls. Pro Plus supports 30 calls/second and 1,500,000 daily calls. Dedicated offers unmetered calls.
SourcePolygonscan: Are subscriptions auto-renewed and can I get a refund?
Stripe billing auto-renews by default unless canceled before the renewal date. Payments are non-refundable and the provider does not issue refunds or credits.
SourcePolygonscan: Is there a minimum contract or can I cancel anytime?
No minimum contract is stated. Users can cancel anytime before renewal, though payments already made are non-refundable.
SourceRelated pages
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