Top TRON Testnets: Complete Developer Setup Guide
Introduction To TRON Testnets
In addition to its Mainnet, TRON provides several public testnet environments. These are essential for protocol developers and smart contract builders to safely test upgrades or applications before deploying them to Mainnet. Testnets simulate real network conditions, but use test TRX — tokens with no real-world value — which are freely available through TRON Faucets.
- Shasta Testnet: A stable testnet that mirrors the Mainnet's parameters, ideal for basic contract testing.
- Nile Testnet: Used to test upcoming features — often running versions ahead of Mainnet.
- Tronex Testnet: Primarily used for testing the Sun Network (TRON's Layer 2 solution).
Testnets
TRON's testnets. Each has its own page with the chain ID, endpoints and faucets.
| Network | Role | Chain ID | Endpoints responding | Faucets | Last check |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nile Testnet | Testnet | 3448148188 | Not checked | 1 | |
| Shasta Testnet | Testnet | 2494104990 | Not checked | 1 |
Testnet notes
Setup notes and links for TRON's testnets.
Available TRON Testnets
2 networks listed · DIA editorial list, updated 20 Oct 2026 · How this list is built
- nileex.io
- trongrid.io