EVM Execution Layer ⟠
The execution layer consists of multiple implementations in the form of EVM execution clients. These clients handle transactions, transaction gossiping, state management, and support for the Ethereum Virtual Machine - they are not responsible for block building.
The following execution clients have been tested and verified by BeaconKit:
| Client | Language | Sync Strategies | Recommended Version |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geth | Golang | Snap, Full | v1.15.10 or .11 |
| Reth | Rust | Full | v1.3.12 |
| Nethermind | C# | Snap (without serving), Fast, Full | v1.31.11 |
| Erigon | Golang | Full | v3.0.x |
| Besu | Java | Snap, Fast, Full | v25.4.x |
Installing a more recent patch version — the z in a version number x.y.z — is generally safe. We do not recommend upgrading to new major or minor versions — x.y.0 — until we have tested them.