$ETH Ethereum staking has come a long way since the Merge. In 2025, it’s no longer just about locking up ETH—it’s about choosing the right protocol, balancing yield, and staying liquid.

Yields Today:
Staking rewards have cooled off, with most platforms offering 2%–4% APY. Lido, the largest liquid staking protocol, offers around 3%, while Rocket Pool hovers near 2.8% for regular stakers and up to 6.3% for node operators.

Risks to Watch:

  • Smart contract bugs (always a risk in DeFi)

  • Centralization concerns (Lido controls ~29% of staked ETH)

  • Liquidity mismatch (your stETH or rETH may not always trade 1:1 with ETH)

Lido vs. Rocket Pool:

  • Lido is easy to use, highly liquid, and widely integrated in DeFi.

  • Rocket Pool is more decentralized, with a strong community and lower centralization risk—but rETH has slightly less liquidity.

So, is it still worth it?
If you’re holding ETH long-term and want passive income, staking remains a solid option. Just pick your protocol wisely and understand the trade-offs.

Poll:
Are you staking ETH in 2025?
🔘 Yes, through Lido.
🔘 Yes, through Rocket Pool.
🔘 Yes, but with another protocol.
🔘 Not staking right now

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