How to Stake NEAR Protocol (NEAR) on Rocket Pool

Rocket Pool may not directly support NEAR staking, but you can still use Rocket Pool to buy NEAR and transfer it for staking.

Current APY

4.7%

Price

$1.37

Platform Fee

~14%

Platform Type

liquid

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Step-by-Step: Stake NEAR on Rocket Pool

Get a compatible wallet

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

Acquire NEAR

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

Visit Rocket Pool

Go to Rocket Pool's staking interface and connect your wallet.

Stake and receive liquid tokens

Enter your NEAR 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.

Rocket Pool for NEAR Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Most decentralized ETH liquid staking protocol
+ rETH accrues value (no rebase) — tax-friendly
+ Anyone can become a node operator with just 8 ETH
+ Permissionless — no KYC, no registration

Cons

- Lower TVL than Lido = less rETH liquidity on DEXes
- rETH sometimes trades at a premium to ETH
- Node operators need technical knowledge
- Slightly lower APY than Lido due to protocol design

Other Platforms for NEAR Staking

🏦Coinbase

Exchange · 25–35% commission on rewards

⭕OKX

Exchange · 10–20% commission

🔵Bybit

Exchange · Built into rates

🌐Stader Labs

Liquid Staking · 10% of staking rewards

🏛️Figment

validator · Varies (institutional pricing)

🎵Chorus One

validator · 5–10% commission

🔐Ledger

wallet · No platform fee — only network/validator commission

🌐MyNearWallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission (typically 1–10%)

☄️Meteor Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

FAQ: NEAR Staking on Rocket Pool

What APY can I earn staking NEAR on Rocket Pool?

The current estimated APY for NEAR staking is around 4.7%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Rocket Pool's fee structure (~14% commission to node operators).

Is staking NEAR on Rocket Pool safe?

Rocket Pool is a non-custodial protocol with a medium risk profile for NEAR 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 NEAR from Rocket Pool?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Flexible (rETH is liquid). During the unstaking period, your NEAR won't earn rewards.

What fees does Rocket Pool charge for NEAR staking?

Rocket Pool charges ~14% commission to node operators. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake NEAR on other platforms?

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