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Product Information on IBM Blockchain

Updated 13th October 2025

What is IBM Blockchain?

IBM Blockchain is a software designed to help organizations build, operate, govern, and grow blockchain networks. The software offers functionality for creating and managing distributed ledger technology, providing tools for secure and transparent transactions among multiple parties. It enables the automation and tracking of business processes, enhances traceability within supply chains, and supports consensus-driven data sharing across stakeholders. IBM Blockchain assists businesses in reducing process inefficiencies, lowering transaction risks, and increasing trust and accountability by offering features such as smart contract integration, permissioned network management, and compliance support. The software addresses the need for verifiable data exchange in sectors such as finance, logistics, and manufacturing.

IBM Blockchain Pricing

IBM Blockchain software uses a modular pricing model based on usage and deployment options. The software offers pricing tiers that vary depending on factors such as network size, selected plan, and support level. Cost structure may differ between cloud-hosted and on-premises deployments, and typically charges are applied according to resource usage and the selected subscription or licensing plan.

Overall experience with IBM Blockchain

Technical Architect
10B - 30B USD, Banking
FAVORABLE

“Great product with nice niche features..more features are added frequently”

4.0
Oct 28, 2019
Great tool to start off if you are trying to get into Blockchain technology. Its built on top of open source Hyperledger Fabric and brings its own features to enrich it. it's easy to deploy the solution in any environment - public or private cloud. Smart contracts can be written in JavaScript, Java, and Go languages. To start off though, you need to understand the architecture of the product so you can utilize it better. Also you need to understand the business problem that you are solving and the compare it with the features and tools the IBM Blockchain is providing to see if its a right match. There are few other competitors along with other open source tools that one can make use of so if the business case matches, then this is a very good product to get working with.
Software Developer
50M - 250M USD, IT Services
CRITICAL

“"Development and Deployment is really easy, but only supports few Blockchain frameworks"”

3.0
Dec 19, 2018
Only platform that supports Hyperledger-Fabric v1.3. Good for experimenting with blockchain prototypes. It has good tutorials and Documentation, which are helpful in accelerating the development.

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4.4

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Company Description

Updated 15th January 2024

IBM is a well-established entity focused on technology and development. The primary mission revolves around fostering technological growth and enhancing infrastructure, achieved through focused developments and consulting services. By encouraging inventiveness and innovation, it is geared towards facilitating the transition of theoretical ideas into practical realities, thus improving global functionalities. IBM brings about transformation by creating advanced solutions that reshape and redefine the world.

Company Details

Updated 15th January 2024
Company type
Public
Year Founded
1911
Head office location
Armonk, New York, United States
Number of employees
10001+
Annual Revenue
30B+ USD
Website
http://www.ibm.com

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Reviewer Insights for: IBM Blockchain
Performance of IBM Blockchain Across Market Features

IBM Blockchain Likes & Dislikes

Like

1) Can write smart contracts in JavaScript, Java, and Go languages 2) The product is customizable - bring your own applications to plug-and-play 3) Build and deploy only the features needed - Peer, Ordering Service, CA etc

Like

Interface for creating the network for Hyperledger-fabric

Like

Implementation and efficiency is great.

Dislike

1) Developer base needs to be increased for getting help quickly 2) Need to understand the architecture completely to as to get the best out of the tool

Dislike

Enterprise blockchain solution is a bit costly

Dislike

Doesn't find anything till now using it from last 1 year

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  • Technical Architect
    10B+ USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Great product with nice niche features..more features are added frequently

    4.0
    Oct 28, 2019
    Great tool to start off if you are trying to get into Blockchain technology. Its built on top of open source Hyperledger Fabric and brings its own features to enrich it. it's easy to deploy the solution in any environment - public or private cloud. Smart contracts can be written in JavaScript, Java, and Go languages. To start off though, you need to understand the architecture of the product so you can utilize it better. Also you need to understand the business problem that you are solving and the compare it with the features and tools the IBM Blockchain is providing to see if its a right match. There are few other competitors along with other open source tools that one can make use of so if the business case matches, then this is a very good product to get working with.
  • Software Engineer
    1B-10B USD
    Services (non-Government)
    Review Source

    Extensive services for complex block chain networks

    5.0
    Oct 7, 2019
    First of all IBM Block chain not only been favored by businesses but also other industries as well.IBM Solutions are used to combat the next generation of cyber insecurity, such as fraud and financial crimes. Clients also get to learn on Government compliance and risks,Tool was very intuitive as well as easily configurable and deployed very quick in our environment..Architechture design and security features are really cool and very easy to understand and develop.
  • software developer
    <50M USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Good platform to learn and implement an Blockchain

    5.0
    Sep 20, 2019
    Good and simple way to start an enterprise blockchain. Along with IBM Blockchain Platfrom it make an awesome way to create an blockchain
  • PAM Architect
    10B+ USD
    Banking
    Review Source

    Implementation was easy but user education is needed as this is an IT Innovation

    4.0
    Aug 30, 2019
    IBM was the first vendor that I got introduced into the concept of Blockchain. My organization started using it as part of IBM's implementation of HyperLedger. The tool was very intuitive and easily configurable and was deployed very quick in our environment.
  • Sr. Software Developer
    50M-1B USD
    IT Services
    Review Source

    Great Platform to create a Blockchain application

    5.0
    Sep 4, 2019
    Its a great Platform with awesome UI to create a blockchain. Without technical knowledge. I really love it.
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4.4

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Rating Distribution

5 Star
38%
4 Star
57%
3 Star
5%
2 Star
0%
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Customer Experience

Evaluation & Contracting

4.5

Integration & Deployment

4.5

Service & Support

4.5

Product Capabilities

4.5