What is an IOTA EVM RPC Node?
Access feeless smart contract infrastructure
An IOTA EVM RPC node provides applications with access to EVM smart contracts on IOTA's feeless Tangle network. Unlike traditional blockchains where users pay gas fees, IOTA EVM transactions are completely free — enabled by IOTA's unique DAG architecture. This makes IOTA EVM ideal for micro-transactions, IoT applications, and use cases where transaction fees would be prohibitive.
Why feeless matters
Gas fees are a major barrier to blockchain adoption, especially for micro-transactions, IoT devices, and frequent interactions. IOTA eliminates fees entirely through its Tangle architecture where users contribute computational power to validate other transactions. This creates a scalable, sustainable network where transaction costs don't exist.
IOTA EVM advantages:
- Zero fees — completely feeless transactions
- DAG architecture — Tangle instead of blockchain
- EVM compatible — full Solidity support
- Energy efficient — no mining, minimal power
- Staking rewards — earn by securing network
- IoT focused — designed for machine-to-machine
The Tangle explained
IOTA uses the Tangle, a Directed Acyclic Graph (DAG) rather than a linear blockchain. Each transaction validates two previous transactions, creating a parallel structure enabling high throughput without fees. As network activity increases, the Tangle becomes faster and more secure — opposite to blockchain congestion.
How IOTA EVM works:
- Smart contracts execute on EVM layer
- Transactions recorded on IOTA Tangle (DAG)
- Each transaction validates two previous transactions
- No fees required — feeless by design
- Validators secure network and earn staking rewards
IOTA's IoT vision
IOTA was designed for the Internet of Things (IoT) — enabling machines and devices to transact autonomously without fees. IOTA EVM extends this vision with smart contracts, enabling complex IoT applications, supply chain tracking, data marketplaces, and machine-to-machine payments.
With billions of IoT devices coming online, IOTA's feeless, scalable architecture positions it uniquely for machine economy applications.