Best of · Solana · Updated Nov 8, 2026

The best Staking dApps on Solana in 2026

We track 32 Staking dApps that run on Solana and have reviewed 19 of them in full. Our top pick is Marinade Liquid Staking. Each one is scored on security, ease of use, fees and features.

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Marinade Liquid Staking
Staking · Solana
Marinade offers native and liquid SOL staking on Solana, plus a USDC yield option. Compare the flexibility and risks of each route before connecting a wallet.
Read the Marinade Liquid Staking review Visit Marinade Liquid Staking(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10
TVL $201M−7.0%
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Marinade Finance
Staking · Solana
Marinade lets you stake SOL natively or receive liquid-staking token mSOL, and also offers a USDC lending strategy. It is non-custodial, but fees, live returns and detailed risk terms need checking before you commit funds.
Read the Marinade Finance review Visit Marinade Finance(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 7.0 out of 10
TVL —
3
Laine SOL
Staking · Solana
Laine SOL offers native SOL staking and liquid staking through laineSOL. The pool fee is shown as zero, but check the validator and pool risks before committing funds.
Read the Laine SOL review Visit Laine SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10
TVL $1.05M−6.8%
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Sol Blaze
Staking · Solana
SolBlaze lets you stake SOL for bSOL, a liquid staking token that can be used in DeFi. Check the variable instant-swap fee and the protocol’s audit details before staking.
Read the Sol Blaze review
ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10
TVL —
5
Hubra
Staking · Solana
Hubra is a Solana staking app for native SOL, liquid-staked raSOL and automated USDC yield. Self-custody and a long-running validator are positives, but check fees and the risks of liquid staking or USDC lending before committing funds.
Read the Hubra review Visit Hubra(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.5 out of 10
TVL —
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Jito Liquid Staking
Staking · Solana
JitoSOL lets you stake SOL on Solana while keeping a liquid token for DeFi use. Its staking and MEV rewards accrue in JitoSOL’s value, but fees, redemption details and audit scope need checking before you commit funds.
Read the Jito Liquid Staking review Visit Jito Liquid Staking(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.4 out of 10
TVL $918M−7.2%
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Hubra Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
Hubra lets you delegate SOL to its validator or mint raSOL for a liquid staking position. Check the live exit quote and understand the extra risks of raSOL before committing funds.
Read the Hubra Staked SOL review Visit Hubra Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.4 out of 10
TVL $11.9M−18.8%
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BlazeStake
Staking · Solana
BlazeStake lets you stake SOL for bSOL, a liquid staking token you can use in Solana DeFi. Its unstaking route, fees and audit details deserve a check before you commit funds.
Read the BlazeStake review Visit BlazeStake(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 6.0 out of 10
TVL $77.5M−7.0%
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Phantom SOL
Staking · Solana
Phantom is a self-custody wallet that supports native and liquid SOL staking. The staking fees, validator details and exit terms are not published here, so check them in the app before committing funds.
Read the Phantom SOL review Visit Phantom SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $145M−6.5%
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JPool
Staking · Solana
JPool lets you stake SOL for JSOL and keep using that token in DeFi. Its displayed APY is 0.00%, so check the live rate and unstaking liquidity before depositing.
Read the JPool review Visit JPool(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL $111M−7.0%
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Msol
Staking · Solana
mSOL is Marinade’s liquid-staking token for Solana: it represents staked SOL and can be used in DeFi. Check the exit route, costs and risks before staking.
Read the Msol review
ScoreScore 5.8 out of 10
TVL —
12
Sanctum Reserve
Staking · Solana
Sanctum Reserve is a Solana pool that exchanges supported staked SOL assets for SOL from its reserves. Check the exact asset, quote and costs before you approve a transaction; fee and security details are limited.
Read the Sanctum Reserve review Visit Sanctum Reserve(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.5 out of 10
TVL $55.2M−7.2%
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Lantern Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
Lantern combines Solana staking through its validator with a liquid-staking token and tools for managing stake or redirecting rewards. Check its current APY, fees and withdrawal route before connecting a wallet.
Read the Lantern Staked SOL review Visit Lantern Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.2 out of 10
TVL $2.22M−17.1%
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Starke Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
Starke Finance offers SOL staking through a broader managed-funds platform, but key details for its rkSOL product—especially fees, withdrawals and protocol security—are not clear. Check those before staking.
Read the Starke Staked SOL review Visit Starke Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 5.0 out of 10
TVL $976K−6.9%
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Sanctum Validator LSTs
Staking · Solana
Sanctum Validator LSTs let you stake SOL through liquid staking tokens on Solana. The advertised 5.49% APY is not enough to judge returns: check the specific pool, fees and risks before you deposit.
Read the Sanctum Validator LSTs review Visit Sanctum Validator LSTs(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.8 out of 10
TVL $1.58B−5.8%
16
TruStake
Staking · Aptos, Injective, Near +2
TruStake is a liquid-staking product within TruYields, covering five proof-of-stake networks. Its basic use is clear, but you should check fees, withdrawal terms and audit details before depositing.
Read the TruStake review Visit TruStake(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.5 out of 10
TVL $2.65M+0.5%
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The Vault Liquid Staking
Staking · Solana
The Vault is a Solana liquid-staking product: stake SOL and receive vSOL. Its validator focus is clear, but fees, redemption details and security information are too limited to judge the full cost or risk before you use it.
Read the The Vault Liquid Staking review Visit The Vault Liquid Staking(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 4.2 out of 10
TVL $116M−7.1%
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Stafi
Staking · Ethereum, Solana, BNB Chain +1
StaFi offers liquid-staking products and staking infrastructure across several networks, but its fees, withdrawal terms and custody safeguards are not clear enough to assess confidently before you commit funds.
Read the Stafi review Visit Stafi(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 3.5 out of 10
TVL $4.25M−1.4%
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StakeNova
Staking · Solana
StakeNova is a Solana staking platform described as offering custom pools and yield strategies. Its fees, custody arrangements and withdrawal process are unclear, so verify the terms before committing SOL or tokens.
Read the StakeNova review Visit StakeNova(opens in a new tab)
ScoreScore 3.0 out of 10
TVL $0
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Drift Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
Drift Staked SOL is a staking project on Solana. Its team publishes little about how it works, what it costs or how funds are secured, so treat it with care.
Read the Drift Staked SOL review Visit Drift Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $248M−7.1%
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DFDV Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
DFDV Staked SOL represents SOL delegated to DFDV validators, but fees, custody, redemption and access details are too unclear for a confident deposit decision.
Read the DFDV Staked SOL review Visit DFDV Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $190M−6.8%
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Helius Staked SOL
Staking · Solana
Helius Staked SOL (HSOL) is listed as a Solana liquid-staking token. Key details about fees, redemption and risk are not established, so verify them before using it.
Read the Helius Staked SOL review Visit Helius Staked SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $85.6M−6.8%
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Bitget SOL
Staking · Solana
Bitget SOL is a staking project on Solana. Its team publishes little about how it works, what it costs or how funds are secured, so treat it with care.
Read the Bitget SOL review Visit Bitget SOL(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $34.9M+17.2%
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Hylo LSTs
Staking · Solana
Hylo LSTs is a staking project on Solana. Its team publishes little about how it works, what it costs or how funds are secured, so treat it with care.
Read the Hylo LSTs review Visit Hylo LSTs(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $18.0M−6.2%
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marginfi LST
Staking · Solana
marginfi LST is a staking project on Solana. Its team publishes little about how it works, what it costs or how funds are secured, so treat it with care.
Read the marginfi LST review Visit marginfi LST(opens in a new tab)
ScoreNot rated yet
TVL $8.31M−6.9%

Staking dApps on Solana: the numbers

Tracked: 32
Reviewed: 32
Total TVL: $3.81B
Avg. score: 5.5/10

The SkyBitcoins index lists 32 staking dApps on Solana. Every one of them has a full review. The 23 that report TVL hold $3.81B between them, counting value on every chain they support. Sanctum Validator LSTs is the clear leader, holding 41% of it. The top five account for 82%, while the median staking dApp holds $34.9M.

By value locked, the largest staking dApps on Solana are Sanctum Validator LSTs ($1.58B), Jito Liquid Staking ($918M) and Drift Staked SOL ($248M). The best-rated is Marinade Liquid Staking with 7.0/10, followed by Marinade Finance (7.0) and Laine SOL (6.5). The 19 rated staking dApps average 5.5/10, and none scores 8 or above yet.

Many also deploy elsewhere, most often on Ethereum (2), Aptos (1) and Injective (1). All 25 with a confirmed status are active. Over the last seven days, combined TVL fell 6.4%. Bitget SOL gained the most (+17.2%), while Hubra Staked SOL dropped the most (−18.8%).

Largest by TVL

Highest rated

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How we ranked them

Reviewed dApps come first. Each SkyBitcoins review scores security, ease of use, fees and features from 0 to 10 using public facts such as audits, documentation and on-chain data; the overall score orders the list, with total value locked as the tie-breaker. Projects we have not reviewed yet follow, ordered by total value locked. Scores are never sold.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the largest staking dApp on Solana by TVL?

Sanctum Validator LSTs is the largest staking dApp on Solana by total value locked, with $1.58B across all the chains it supports. It is followed by Jito Liquid Staking ($918M) and Drift Staked SOL ($248M). TVL figures come from DefiLlama and change daily.

Which staking dApp on Solana has the highest SkyBitcoins score?

Marinade Liquid Staking has the highest score at 7.0/10, ahead of Marinade Finance (7.0) and Laine SOL (6.5). Scores weigh security, ease of use, fees and features, and are based only on facts we could verify.

How many staking dApps on Solana has SkyBitcoins reviewed?

SkyBitcoins tracks 32 staking dApps on Solana. Of these, 32 have a full review and 23 report value locked, $3.81B in total, counting value on every chain they support.

Which staking dApps on Solana grew the most this week?

Among staking dApps with at least $1M locked, Bitget SOL had the biggest 7-day TVL gain (+17.2%) and Hubra Staked SOL the biggest drop (−18.8%). Combined TVL moved −6.4% over the same seven days.

What is the average score for staking dApps on Solana?

The 19 rated staking dApps on Solana average 5.5 out of 10. Of these, 0 score 8 or higher and 5 score below 5.

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