beaconcha.in

Beaconcha.in is a robust, open-source Ethereum blockchain explorer that offers unparalleled transparency into the Ethereum staking ecosystem. Developed by bitfly explorer GmbH, the platform allows users to analyze and monitor validator performance across both the consensus and execution layers—all within a single, visually unified interface. Beaconcha.in was designed to empower validators, developers, researchers, and Ethereum stakeholders with deep, real-time insights into network operations.

The release of the v2-beta dashboard marked a monumental upgrade, now supporting up to 100,000 validators per dashboard—a massive 35,600% scale increase over the previous version. This version introduces enhanced slot visualization tools, new validator efficiency metrics, and the ability to organize and track validator groups with extreme granularity. The visual interface, combined with aggregated historical data, allows users to spot issues, compare group performance, and optimize validator strategies without needing third-party analytics tools or DevOps dashboards.

With multi-device access via its mobile app for iOS and Android, and real-time analytics tools like “Slot Viz,” users can now track validator health and performance deviations instantly. Validators can be added using public keys, deposit addresses, graffiti tags, or withdrawal credentials, with the option to bulk upload entire validator sets. For institutional use cases, role-based sharing features enable secure, view-only access across teams—perfect for companies managing validators at scale.

Unlike more basic explorers, Beaconcha.in rivals and often surpasses competitors like Ethernodes, Beaconscan, and ValidatorQueue by providing real-time validator insights, deep statistical breakdowns, and a modular architecture that adapts to both small and enterprise-scale validator environments. The platform continues to evolve, with frequent updates, transparent development on GitHub, and an engaged Ethereum community helping shape its roadmap.

Beaconcha.in provides numerous benefits and features that make it an essential tool in the Ethereum staking ecosystem:

• Unified Layer Visualization: Displays both consensus and execution layer data in a single, accessible interface, offering a full-spectrum view of Ethereum operations.
• Scalable Validator Dashboard: The new v2 version supports up to 100,000 validators, allowing institutional node operators to manage vast validator sets with ease.
• Real-Time Slot Visualization: Color-coded “Slot Viz” enables quick detection of missed duties, validator issues, or network events, without scanning rows of data.
• Validator Grouping: Organize validators by server, cluster, or purpose using the "Groups" function—ideal for DevOps teams and businesses.
• Historical & Summary Charts: Easily switch to epoch-level summaries or performance histories to debug issues or optimize efficiency over time.
• Multi-User Access Control: Share dashboards securely with view-only permissions—no need to share Grafana credentials or use third-party monitoring tools.
• Advanced Efficiency Metrics: Get accurate performance scoring through the new Efficiency metric that includes duties like attestations, sync committee participation, and block proposals.
• Flexible Validator Addition: Add validators by deposit address, withdrawal credentials, graffiti, or public key—even in bulk via CSV-like input.
• Open Source & Actively Maintained: Developed by bitfly explorer GmbH, with frequent updates and a dedicated GitHub repo for community contributions.

Getting started with Beaconcha.in is fast, flexible, and completely free for casual users and institutional stakers alike:

• Visit the Platform: Head to Beaconcha.in to explore the Ethereum mainnet or test networks like Holesky using the beta dashboard.
• Switch to v2 Explorer: Access the new, powerful dashboard for visualized validator performance via v2-beta-mainnet.
• Create Validator Groups: Use the “Manage Groups” modal to set up node clusters, server sets, or business divisions—then assign validators accordingly.
• Add Validators: Add validators via public key, deposit address, graffiti tag, or withdrawal credentials—even upload validator lists for bulk input.
• Monitor with Slot Viz: Use the Slot Viz panel to get real-time feedback on validator duties, participation, and slot success rates.
• Access Premium Features: Users from older subscriptions are automatically migrated to new premium tiers like “Guppy” and “Dolphin” for advanced insights.
• Join the Community: Connect with developers and users via GitHub, and other official channels.