#1
Lido Staked Ether
STETHlow riskLiquidAPY
2.36%
Market Cap
$20.7B
Total Staked
$20.8B
Min Stake
None
Lido Staked Ether has $20.8B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
Top Staking Rewards 2026
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Total value staked is one of the strongest signals of network health and staker confidence. When billions of dollars are committed to securing a network, it reflects deep trust in the protocol's security, economics, and long-term viability.
Networks with the highest total staked value tend to have the most mature validator ecosystems, the best tooling, and the most liquid staking derivatives. They also represent the staking opportunities where institutional capital has concentrated.
We rank by total value staked to highlight the networks where the most capital is deployed. This complements APY-focused rankings by showing you where the smart money has decided to park long-term. Each entry includes current yield data alongside staking metrics.
Our Ranking Criteria
How we selected these assets
- Total value staked as the primary ranking factor reflecting network commitment
- Staking participation ratio showing what percentage of supply is staked
- Reward consistency and validator performance across the network
- Institutional adoption signals including ETF staking and corporate validators
Rankings
Top Staking Rewards 2026 — Live Rankings
#2
Ethereum
ETHlow riskNativeAPY
2.36%
Market Cap
$266.1B
Total Staked
$20.6B
Min Stake
0.001 ETH
Ethereum has $20.6B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#3
TRON
TRXmedium riskNativeAPY
4.50%
Market Cap
$30.3B
Total Staked
$13.6B
Min Stake
1 TRX
TRON has $13.6B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#4
Wrapped stETH
WSTETHlow riskLiquidAPY
2.84%
Market Cap
$10.1B
Total Staked
$9.9B
Min Stake
None
Wrapped stETH has $9.9B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#5
Wrapped Beacon ETH
WBETHmedium riskLiquidAPY
2.56%
Market Cap
$8.1B
Total Staked
$8.2B
Min Stake
None
Wrapped Beacon ETH has $8.2B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#6
Cardano
ADAlow riskNativeAPY
2.28%
Market Cap
$9.3B
Total Staked
$5.9B
Min Stake
1 ADA
Cardano has $5.9B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#7
Wrapped eETH
WEETHmedium riskLiquidAPY
2.32%
Market Cap
$5.8B
Total Staked
$5.8B
Min Stake
None
Wrapped eETH has $5.8B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#8
Ethena Staked USDe
SUSDEmedium riskLiquidAPY
4.00%
Market Cap
$3.5B
Total Staked
$3.5B
Min Stake
None
Ethena Staked USDe has $3.5B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#9
Rocket Pool ETH
rETHlow riskLiquidAPY
1.95%
Market Cap
$863.9M
Total Staked
$3.0B
Min Stake
0.01 rETH
Rocket Pool ETH has $3.0B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#10
Sui
SUImedium riskNativeAPY
1.68%
Market Cap
$3.7B
Total Staked
$2.8B
Min Stake
1 SUI
Sui has $2.8B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#11
Hyperliquid
HYPEhigh riskDeFiAPY
20.00%
Market Cap
$9.8B
Total Staked
$2.8B
Min Stake
1 HYPE
Hyperliquid has $2.8B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#12
Chainlink
LINKlow riskDeFiAPY
4.50%
Market Cap
$6.5B
Total Staked
$1.9B
Min Stake
1 LINK
Chainlink has $1.9B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#13
Kelp DAO Restaked ETH
RSETHmedium riskLiquidAPY
2.66%
Market Cap
$1.5B
Total Staked
$1.5B
Min Stake
None
Kelp DAO Restaked ETH has $1.5B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#14
Avalanche
AVAXmedium riskNativeAPY
1.42%
Market Cap
$4.0B
Total Staked
$1.2B
Min Stake
None
Avalanche has $1.2B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
#15
Hedera
HBARmedium riskDeFiAPY
2.26%
Market Cap
$3.8B
Total Staked
$1.2B
Min Stake
None
Hedera has $1.2B in total staked value, reflecting strong staker confidence and network security.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Which crypto has the most staked value in 2026?
Ethereum consistently leads in total staked value due to its massive market cap and broad validator participation. Other top networks by staked value include Solana, Cardano, and various Cosmos ecosystem chains. Check our live rankings for current numbers.
Does total staked value affect staking rewards?
Yes. On most networks, as more tokens are staked, the individual reward rate decreases since rewards are distributed across more stakers. Conversely, if fewer people stake, each staker earns a larger share. Total staked value and APY typically have an inverse relationship.
What is staking ratio and why does it matter?
Staking ratio is the percentage of a token's total supply that is staked. A healthy ratio (typically 40-70%) indicates strong network security without excessive token lockup. Too low means potential security concerns; too high can reduce token liquidity and utility.
Should I stake on networks with the highest total staked value?
High total staked value is a positive signal for security and maturity, but it does not guarantee the best returns. These networks often have lower APYs due to competition among stakers. Consider your goals: safety-focused investors prefer high-TVS networks; yield-seekers may look elsewhere.
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