How to Stake Sui (SUI) on Solflare

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

Current APY

1.7%

Price

$0.9354

Platform Fee

Platform Type

wallet

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Step-by-Step: Stake SUI on Solflare

Install Solflare

Download and install Solflare from its official site. Set up a new wallet or import an existing seed phrase, and back up your recovery phrase securely.

Fund the wallet with SUI

Buy SUI on an exchange (Coinbase, Kraken, Binance) and withdraw to your Solflare address. Double-check the network before sending.

Open the staking section

In Solflare, navigate to the staking or earn tab for Sui. Pick a validator — look for low commission, long uptime, and avoid the top validator to support decentralization.

Delegate and confirm

Enter the amount of SUI to stake and confirm the transaction. Rewards typically begin accruing in 1–2 epochs and compound automatically or are claimable from the same screen.

Solflare for SUI Staking: Pros & Cons

Pros

+ Deeper staking analytics than Phantom (skip rate, MEV revenue)
+ Stake-account splitting and merging from the UI
+ Strong Ledger integration
+ Native LST support (mSOL, jitoSOL, bSOL, etc.)

Cons

- UX a bit more technical than Phantom
- Solana-only
- Smaller user base than Phantom (~1M vs 5M+)

Other Platforms for SUI Staking

🔐Ledger

wallet · No platform fee — only network/validator commission

💧Sui Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

💎Suiet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

✨Ethos Wallet

wallet · No platform fee — validator commission only

FAQ: SUI Staking on Solflare

What APY can I earn staking SUI on Solflare?

The current estimated APY for SUI staking is around 1.7%. Actual rates vary based on network conditions, validator performance, and Solflare's fee structure (No platform fee — validator commission only).

Is staking SUI on Solflare safe?

Solflare is a non-custodial protocol with a medium risk profile for SUI 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 SUI from Solflare?

Unstaking times depend on the network: Until end of next epoch (~2–3 days). During the unstaking period, your SUI won't earn rewards.

What fees does Solflare charge for SUI staking?

Solflare charges No platform fee — validator commission only. These fees are typically deducted from your staking rewards automatically.

Can I stake SUI on other platforms?

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