Highest Staking APY Coins 2026

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Chasing the highest APY is tempting, but sustainable yield matters more than headline numbers. In 2026, the gap between genuine staking rewards and inflationary token emissions is more important than ever.

True staking APY comes from transaction fees and protocol revenue, not just new token minting. A 20% APY funded entirely by inflation can leave you with fewer real-value tokens than a 5% APY backed by genuine network usage.

That said, higher yields do exist on networks with strong adoption and mechanisms that channel real revenue to stakers. Our live rankings sort all assets by current APY so you can compare actual returns side by side.

How we selected these assets

  • Current annualized staking yield as reported by validators and DeFi Llama
  • Yield sustainability: proportion of rewards from fees vs. inflation
  • Historical APY stability over the past 6-12 months
  • Minimum viable market cap to ensure liquidity and exit availability

Highest Staking APY Coins 2026 — Live Rankings

#1
Liquid BGT logo

Liquid BGT

LBGThigh riskLiquid

APY

170.78%

Market Cap

$119.0K

Total Staked

$395.0K

Min Stake

None

Liquid BGT delivers 170.78% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $119.0K market cap network.

#2
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Gitopia

LOREhigh riskNative

APY

94.97%

Market Cap

$0

Total Staked

$0

Min Stake

None

Gitopia delivers 94.97% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $0 market cap network.

#3
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Stafi

FIShigh riskLiquid

APY

90.72%

Market Cap

$1.1M

Total Staked

$1.9M

Min Stake

None

Stafi delivers 90.72% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $1.1M market cap network.

#4
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Firmachain

FCThigh riskDeFi

APY

85.57%

Market Cap

$9.6M

Total Staked

$4.3M

Min Stake

None

Firmachain delivers 85.57% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $9.6M market cap network.

#5
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Lava Network

LAVAhigh riskDeFi

APY

65.78%

Market Cap

$9.1M

Total Staked

$4.4M

Min Stake

None

Lava Network delivers 65.78% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $9.1M market cap network.

#6
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Saga

SAGAhigh riskDeFi

APY

60.79%

Market Cap

$5.3M

Total Staked

$3.2M

Min Stake

None

Saga delivers 60.79% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $5.3M market cap network.

#7
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AtomOne

ATONEhigh riskDeFi

APY

57.96%

Market Cap

$26.1M

Total Staked

$11.6M

Min Stake

None

AtomOne delivers 57.96% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $26.1M market cap network.

#8
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Medibloc

MEDhigh riskDeFi

APY

51.51%

Market Cap

$15.3M

Total Staked

$7.0M

Min Stake

None

Medibloc delivers 51.51% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $15.3M market cap network.

#9
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MANTRA

MANTRAhigh riskDeFi

APY

51.04%

Market Cap

$34.7M

Total Staked

$15.4M

Min Stake

None

MANTRA delivers 51.04% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $34.7M market cap network.

#10
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Hippo Protocol

HPhigh riskDeFi

APY

44.09%

Market Cap

$13.1M

Total Staked

$6.1M

Min Stake

None

Hippo Protocol delivers 44.09% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $13.1M market cap network.

#11
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BitSong

BTSGhigh riskNative

APY

38.18%

Market Cap

$84.8K

Total Staked

$29.9K

Min Stake

None

BitSong delivers 38.18% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $84.8K market cap network.

#12
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Terra

LUNAhigh riskNative

APY

34.54%

Market Cap

$33.7M

Total Staked

$11.7M

Min Stake

1 LUNA

Terra delivers 34.54% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $33.7M market cap network.

#13
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Humans.ai

HEARThigh riskDeFi

APY

33.81%

Market Cap

$2.8M

Total Staked

$1.2M

Min Stake

None

Humans.ai delivers 33.81% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $2.8M market cap network.

#14
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Regen

REGENhigh riskNative

APY

28.19%

Market Cap

$149.7K

Total Staked

$115.6K

Min Stake

None

Regen delivers 28.19% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $149.7K market cap network.

#15
Secret logo

Secret

SCRTmedium riskNative

APY

26.89%

Market Cap

$13.5M

Total Staked

$8.8M

Min Stake

1 SCRT

Secret delivers 26.89% APY, one of the highest staking yields available, on a $13.5M market cap network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which crypto has the highest staking APY in 2026?

The highest staking APYs in 2026 vary by network conditions and demand. Newer or smaller-cap networks tend to offer higher yields to attract stakers, while established networks offer lower but more sustainable yields. Check our live rankings above for the latest numbers.

Is a high staking APY always better?

No. A high APY funded by token inflation can dilute your holdings. The best staking yields come from genuine network revenue like transaction fees. Always check whether the APY is sustainable by examining the source of rewards and the token's inflation schedule.

How often are staking rewards paid out?

Payout frequency depends on the network. Ethereum rewards accrue per epoch (about 6.4 minutes), Solana distributes every 2-3 days per epoch, and Cosmos chains typically pay per block. Most liquid staking tokens reflect accrued rewards continuously in the token price.

Can staking APY change over time?

Yes, staking APY fluctuates based on the number of stakers, network usage, and protocol parameters. When more people stake, individual rewards decrease. When network activity is high, fee-based rewards increase. Check live data regularly to track current yields.

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