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How to Stake Cosmos Hub (ATOM) on BENQI

BENQI may not directly support ATOM staking, but you can still use BENQI to buy ATOM and transfer it for staking.

Current APY

15.0%

Price

$1.78

Platform Fee

10%

Platform Type

liquid

Start Staking ATOM on BENQI

BENQI gives you full control of your assets.

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Step-by-Step: Stake ATOM on BENQI

1

Get a compatible wallet

You'll need a Web3 wallet (like MetaMask, Phantom, or Keplr) that supports Cosmos Hub's network.

2

Acquire ATOM

Buy ATOM from an exchange and transfer it to your wallet, or swap for it using a DEX.

3

Visit BENQI

Go to BENQI's staking interface and connect your wallet.

4

Stake and receive liquid tokens

Enter your ATOM amount and confirm the staking transaction. You'll receive a liquid staking token (LST) representing your staked position.

5

Use your LST in DeFi (optional)

Your liquid staking token can be used across DeFi — lend it, provide liquidity, or hold it to earn staking rewards passively.

BENQI for ATOM Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

  • + Avalanche-native — no bridge risk
  • + sAVAX usable in Trader Joe, GMX, and other Avalanche DeFi
  • + Integrated lending market (Qi Protocol)
  • + No minimum stake

Cons

  • - Avalanche-only
  • - Smart contract risk
  • - Lower TVL than Ethereum liquid staking protocols

Other Platforms for ATOM Staking

🏦Coinbase

Exchange · 25–35% commission on rewards

🐙Kraken

Exchange · 10–15% commission on rewards

🟡Binance Staking

Exchange · Fees built into displayed APY

⭕OKX

Exchange · 10–20% commission

🔵Bybit

Exchange · Built into rates

⚓Ankr

Liquid Staking · 2% of staking rewards

🏛️Figment

validator · Varies (institutional pricing)

🌲Everstake

validator · 5–10% commission

🎵Chorus One

validator · 5–10% commission

FAQ: ATOM Staking on BENQI

What APY can I earn staking ATOM on BENQI?
The current estimated APY for ATOM staking is around 15.0%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and BENQI's fee structure (10% of staking rewards).
Is staking ATOM on BENQI safe?
BENQI is a non-custodial protocol with a low risk profile for ATOM staking. As a non-custodial platform, you retain control of your private keys. Always assess your risk tolerance before staking.
How long does it take to unstake ATOM from BENQI?
Unstaking times depend on the network: Flexible (sAVAX is liquid). During the unstaking period, your ATOM won't earn rewards.
What fees does BENQI charge for ATOM staking?
BENQI charges 10% of staking rewards. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.
Can I stake ATOM on other platforms?
Yes! You can compare all available platforms for ATOM staking on our How to Stake Cosmos Hub guide. Different platforms offer different APY rates, fees, and custody models.