The best way to make money in staking depends on your risk tolerance, investment size, and preferred blockchain network. Here are the most effective methods:
1. Stake High-APY Coins (Passive Income)
Look for reputable PoS (Proof-of-Stake) coins with high Annual Percentage Yield (APY).
Best staking coins:
Ethereum (ETH) – 3-5% APY (via validators or liquid staking like Lido).
Solana (SOL) – 6-7% APY.
Polkadot (DOT) – 10-12% APY.
Cosmos (ATOM) – 15-20% APY.
Avalanche (AVAX) – 7-9% APY.
2. Use Liquid Staking for Extra Earnings
Platforms like Lido (stETH), Rocket Pool, and Frax Finance allow you to stake assets while receiving a liquid token (e.g., stETH), which can be used for DeFi activities (yield farming, lending).
This compounds your earnings by staking and using the token for more rewards.
3. Participate in Staking Rewards & Airdrops
Some new blockchain projects offer bonus rewards or airdrops for early stakers (e.g., Celestia, Sui, Sei).
Check staking pools or exchange promotions like Binance Earn or Staking.
4. Run a Validator Node (Higher Earnings, More Capital Required)
If you have enough capital, you can run a validator node for networks like Ethereum, Solana, or Avalanche.
Ethereum requires 32 ETH to run a full validator, but you earn transaction fees + staking rewards.
5. Choose Secure & Low-Fee Platforms
Staking on-chain (directly through wallets like Keplr, Ledger, or Trust Wallet) offers better security.
Some exchanges provide easy staking but take a percentage of your rewards.