NODE40 vs Tres: Which Crypto Accounting Platform is Right for You?

Both NODE40 and Tres serve enterprises managing digital assets—but they differ significantly in DeFi transparency, Solana support, and audit readiness. This comparison highlights key differences to help you decide which platform best fits your reconciliation, compliance, and reporting needs.

Quick Comparison

Feature	NODE40	Tres
DeFi Transaction Context	✅ Rich protocol-level detail	Standard categorization
Solana Support	✅ Advanced Solana tracking, validator accounting	Basic Solana support
Regulatory Timeliness	✅ Fast implementation (1099-DA, CARF)	Industry standard compliance
Multi-Chain Support	20+ blockchains	15+ blockchains
Cost Basis Methods	FIFO, LIFO, HIFO, SpecID	FIFO, LIFO, HIFO, SpecID
ERP Integrations	QuickBooks, Xero, custom	QuickBooks, Xero, others
Target Users	CPAs, funds, Solana/DeFi-heavy portfolios	Enterprises, crypto companies
Pricing	Contact for quote	Contact for quote

Why Teams Choose NODE40 Over Tres

1. Absolute DeFi Transparency

The Challenge: DeFi isn’t simple trading. It involves smart contracts, liquidity pools, yield strategies, and token transformations that require detailed financial context for proper accounting and audit defense.

Tres Approach: Standard transaction categorization suitable for basic DeFi activity.

NODE40 Approach: Rich transaction context with protocol-level detail:

Smart Contract Function Tracking:

Identifies specific function calls (swap, addLiquidity, stake, borrow, claim)
Maps functions to financial treatment
Examples: Uniswap swap(), Aave supply(), Yearn deposit()

Protocol-Level Categorization:

Distinguishes Uniswap V3 from V2
Separates Aave collateral deposit from borrow from interest claim
Identifies protocol-specific mechanics across 50+ DeFi protocols

Token Derivation Tracking:

Wrapped tokens (WETH, WBTC) → Non-taxable wrapping, cost basis carries over
LP tokens → Track cost basis of underlying deposited assets
Yield-bearing tokens (aUSDC, stETH) → Separate principal from accrued interest
Synthetic assets → Document composition

Multi-Step Transaction Breakdown:

Parse complex transactions into auditable financial events
Example: One transaction that deposits ETH, swaps to USDC, deposits in lending pool, borrows against it, and stakes borrowed assets
NODE40 shows each step with proper tax and accounting treatment

Why This Matters:

IRS audits require transaction detail beyond “trade”
Auditors need to understand actual financial events
Cost basis depends on correct categorization
GAAP/IFRS revenue recognition requires proper treatment

Learn more about NODE40’s DeFi capabilities →

2. Deep Solana Expertise

NODE40 is the only platform with advanced Solana transaction tracking and validator financial analysis.

Solana’s unique architecture creates accounting challenges:

Sub-second finality, high throughput (2,000-4,000 TPS)
Nested instruction hierarchies
Jupiter aggregator multi-hop routing
Epoch-based validator rewards

Tres Solana Support: Basic coverage without deep parsing capabilities.

NODE40 Solana Capabilities:

Transaction-Level Reconciliation:

Parse nested instruction hierarchies within single transactions
Track SPL tokens across program interactions
Identify Jupiter swap routes (multi-hop: SOL → USDT → USDC)
Reconcile exchange records with on-chain Solana data

Validator Accounting:

Automated epoch reward tracking (every 2-3 days)
Staking position reconciliation across delegation changes
Commission vs. reward income categorization
Historical validator performance and financial analysis

Solana DeFi Support:

Orca concentrated liquidity pools
Raydium AMM swaps and yield farms
Jupiter aggregator routing
Marinade liquid staking (mSOL tracking)
NFT marketplace transactions (Magic Eden, Tensor)

Who Needs This:

Validator operators and staking pools
Funds trading on Solana DEXs
Organizations holding SOL or SPL tokens
Projects building on Solana

If Solana is a significant part of your portfolio, NODE40’s transaction-level precision is essential for audit defense.

Read: Why auditing swaps on Solana is so difficult, but possible →

3. Regulatory Timeliness

NODE40 implements new regulatory requirements faster than competitors.

Recent Examples:

IRS Form 1099-DA (January 2026):

Published guidance and implementation the day IRS announced requirements
Automated form generation ready before enforcement

CARF Compliance:

Early support for Common Reporting Standard
Multi-jurisdiction reporting built-in

Why This Matters:

Stay ahead of regulatory deadlines
Avoid manual compliance workarounds
Reduce regulatory risk for your organization

Read: 1099-DA is here →

Read: CARF is going live →

When Tres Might Be a Better Fit

Tres is a capable platform with its own strengths:

1. Specific Feature Set

Best for Tres: If Tres offers specific features or workflows that align with your operational needs, evaluate their full platform capabilities.

2. Pricing Model

Best for Tres: If Tres offers a pricing structure that better fits your transaction volume or budget, compare total cost of ownership.

3. Regional Support

Best for Tres: If you require specific regional compliance support or language capabilities that Tres specializes in.

4. Integration Ecosystem

Best for Tres: If Tres has native integrations with specific tools in your tech stack that NODE40 would require custom integration for.

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

Transaction Reconciliation

NODE40:

Rich DeFi context with protocol-level detail
Deep Solana parsing (nested instructions, validators)
Multi-chain reconciliation (20+ blockchains)
Automated cost basis (FIFO, LIFO, HIFO, SpecID)
Smart contract function tracking

Tres:

Standard DeFi categorization
Basic Solana support
Multi-chain reconciliation (15+ blockchains)
Automated cost basis methods
Standard transaction tracking

Winner: NODE40 for DeFi/Solana depth

Audit & Compliance

NODE40:

Audit-ready reporting with blockchain verification
Fast regulatory implementation (1099-DA, CARF)
Big Four-approved reporting
Complete audit trails

Tres:

Standard audit-ready reporting
Regulatory compliance
Check current certification status

Winner: NODE40 for audit-first architecture

Solana Capabilities

NODE40:

Advanced transaction parsing
Validator accounting and staking reconciliation
Jupiter aggregator routing
SPL token tracking
Solana DeFi protocols (Orca, Raydium, Marinade)

Tres:

Basic Solana support
Standard balance tracking

Winner: NODE40 (clear differentiator)

DeFi Protocol Support

NODE40:

50+ protocols with rich transaction context
Smart contract function identification
Token derivation tracking
Multi-step transaction breakdown
Protocol-specific categorization

Tres:

Standard DeFi protocol support
Basic categorization

Winner: NODE40 for DeFi transparency

Pricing

Both NODE40 and Tres offer custom enterprise pricing based on:

Transaction volume
Number of users
Specific features required
Support level

To get pricing:

NODE40: Contact our team →
Tres: Visit tres.finance

Migration from Tres to NODE40

Considering switching from Tres to get better DeFi transparency or Solana support?

Migration is straightforward:

Historical data import and reconciliation
Minimal disruption to workflows
Dedicated migration support
Parallel run capability (test NODE40 alongside Tres)

Common migration reasons:

Need for DeFi protocol-level detail
Solana portfolio requiring advanced tracking
Audit requirements demanding SOC 1 Type 2 certification
Faster regulatory compliance implementation

Decision Framework: NODE40 vs Tres

Choose NODE40 if:

✅ You have significant Solana exposure (validators, DeFi, SPL tokens)
✅ Your portfolio is DeFi-heavy and you need protocol-level transaction detail
✅ You’re preparing for financial statement audits and need SOC 1 Type 2
✅ You need fast regulatory compliance (1099-DA, CARF)
✅ You work with CPAs or audit firms requiring detailed breakdowns
✅ Your priority is IRS audit defense and examination readiness
✅ You need rich context for complex DeFi strategies

Choose Tres if:

✅ Tres offers specific features aligned with your operational needs
✅ Tres has pricing structure better suited to your transaction volume
✅ You need specific regional compliance support Tres specializes in
✅ Your portfolio is primarily Bitcoin/Ethereum with minimal Solana or complex DeFi
✅ Tres has native integrations with specific tools in your stack

Get Started with NODE40

Ready to see how NODE40 handles your crypto reconciliation with DeFi transparency and Solana expertise?

Book a Demo →

In your demo, we’ll show:

Live Solana transaction parsing and validator accounting
DeFi protocol interactions with rich context
Multi-chain reconciliation across all sources
Audit-ready reporting with blockchain verification
Integration options for your systems
Custom setup for your portfolio

Or explore our solutions:

Frequently Asked Questions

How does NODE40’s DeFi support compare to Tres?

NODE40 provides protocol-level transaction context with smart contract function tracking, token derivation mapping, and multi-step transaction breakdown. If you have complex DeFi positions (liquidity pools, yield farming, lending protocols), NODE40’s detail level is substantially more comprehensive than standard categorization.

Can I migrate from Tres to NODE40 mid-year?

Yes. We support historical data import and provide migration assistance to ensure continuity. Many organizations run both platforms in parallel during transition to minimize disruption.

Does NODE40 support the same blockchains as Tres?

NODE40 supports 20+ major blockchains with deep integration, while Tres supports 15+. Both cover Bitcoin, Ethereum, and major networks. NODE40’s differentiator is transaction-level depth (especially Solana), not just blockchain breadth. Contact us to verify support for your specific chains.

How does NODE40 handle Solana validator accounting?

NODE40 automatically tracks validator rewards across epochs, categorizes commission vs. staking income, reconciles delegation changes, and provides historical performance analysis. This is a unique capability that most competitors don’t offer.

Is NODE40 suitable for complex DeFi strategies?

Yes. NODE40 is specifically designed for complex DeFi positions with protocol-level detail, smart contract function tracking, and multi-step transaction breakdown. If your DeFi activity goes beyond simple swaps, NODE40’s rich context is essential for audit defense.

Last Updated: January 2026