Staking Rewards Calculator

Estimate daily, monthly and yearly staking yield for ETH, SOL, ADA, DOT and more.

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How to use this calculator

  1. Pick a coin from the list or enter a custom APY to match the validator or exchange rate you actually expect.
  2. Enter the amount staked and the current coin price in USD to see rewards in both coin and dollar terms.
  3. Set the duration and choose whether rewards compound, then compare daily, monthly, and yearly figures.
  4. Re-run with a lower APY to see how a rate cut or higher validator commission changes the outcome.

The theory behind it

Staking locks coins to help secure a proof-of-stake network. In return the protocol pays newly issued coins plus a share of transaction fees. The advertised rate is usually quoted as APY — an annualized figure that already assumes rewards are reinvested.

Staking yields are not fixed. They move with the total amount staked network-wide, validator uptime, and commission taken by the operator. If more coins are staked, the per-staker rate typically falls.

Rewards are paid in the coin itself, so USD returns depend on price. A 5% yield does not offset a 30% drop in the coin's price. Some networks also apply unbonding periods during which funds cannot be moved, and slashing penalties for validator misbehavior.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between APR and APY in staking?

APR is the simple annual rate without reinvestment, while APY assumes rewards are compounded back into the stake. For the same protocol, APY will be equal to or higher than APR.

Why does my actual yield differ from the advertised rate?

Validator commission, downtime, network-wide staking participation, and reward payout frequency all reduce or shift the realized rate. Exchanges also take a cut before passing rewards on.

Can I lose money while staking?

Yes. The coin's price can fall further than rewards gain, validators can be slashed for misbehavior, and unbonding periods may prevent you from exiting during a decline.

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