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est. 2018
The largest decentralised exchange — the foundational swap layer of Ethereum DeFi.
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Rocket Pool
Established 2016
The decentralised answer to Lido — permissionless liquid staking where anyone can run a node.
Rocket Pool was built on the principle that staking shouldn't concentrate power: any Ethereum user can become a node operator with 8 ETH plus RPL collateral (versus 32 ETH solo), while stakers of any size receive rETH. It's the credibly-neutral alternative in liquid staking.
Quick facts
Founded
2016
Category
DeFi
Platforms
Web
Key facts
Non-custodial, Liquid staking, rETH
Pros
- Permissionless node operators — truly decentralised
- No minimum for stakers; rETH accrues value natively
- Open-source ethos with strong community governance
Cons
- rETH liquidity is thinner than stETH's
- RPL token exposure required for node operators
- Slightly less integrated across DeFi than Lido
Best for
Stakers who care about decentralisation
Fees
~15% of rewards to node operators plus RPL dynamics for operators.
Security notes
Non-custodial, extensively audited, open source. The rETH token's design (value accrual instead of rebasing) is tax-friendlier in some jurisdictions.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Rocket Pool?
Rocket Pool is The decentralised answer to Lido — permissionless liquid staking where anyone can run a node. Rocket Pool was built on the principle that staking shouldn't concentrate power: any Ethereum user can become a node operator with 8 ETH plus RPL collateral (versus 32 ETH solo), while stakers of any size receive rETH. It's the credibly-neutral alternative in liquid staking.
Is Rocket Pool safe to use?
Non-custodial, extensively audited, open source. The rETH token's design (value accrual instead of rebasing) is tax-friendlier in some jurisdictions. As always, verify details on the official site before trusting funds to any service.
How much does Rocket Pool cost?
~15% of rewards to node operators plus RPL dynamics for operators. Figures change — confirm current pricing on the official site before deciding.
