How to Stake Ethereum (ETH) on Stader Labs

Stader Labs directly supports ETH staking. Here's how to get started and earn up to 2.4% APY.

Current APY

2.4%

Price

$2,181.69

Platform Fee

10%

Platform Type

liquid

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Step-by-Step: Stake ETH on Stader Labs

Get a compatible wallet

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

Acquire ETH

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

Visit Stader Labs

Go to Stader Labs's staking interface and connect your wallet.

Stake and receive liquid tokens

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

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.

Stader Labs for ETH Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Multi-chain support — stake 6+ assets in one platform
+ Liquid staking tokens (ETHx, BNBx, etc.) DeFi-ready
+ ETHx includes DVT technology for reduced validator risk
+ SD token staking for additional yield

Cons

- Lower TVL than Lido/Rocket Pool
- Multiple smart contract deployments increase attack surface
- Less established than larger protocols

Other Platforms for ETH Staking

🏦Coinbase

Exchange · 25–35% commission on rewards

🐙Kraken

Exchange · 10–15% commission on rewards

💧Lido Finance

Liquid Staking · 10% of staking rewards (split: 5% node operators, 5% DAO treasury)

🚀Rocket Pool

Liquid Staking · ~14% commission to node operators

🟡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: ETH Staking on Stader Labs

What APY can I earn staking ETH on Stader Labs?

The current estimated APY for ETH staking is around 2.4%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Stader Labs's fee structure (10% of staking rewards).

Is staking ETH on Stader Labs safe?

Stader Labs is a non-custodial protocol with a low risk profile for ETH 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 ETH from Stader Labs?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Flexible. During the unstaking period, your ETH won't earn rewards.

What fees does Stader Labs charge for ETH staking?

Stader Labs charges 10% of staking rewards. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake ETH on other platforms?

Yes! You can compare all available platforms for ETH staking on our How to Stake Ethereum guide. Different platforms offer different APY rates, fees, and custody models.