Constellation vs Others
Understand the differences in risks, returns, and responsibilities
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Understand the differences in risks, returns, and responsibilities
Last updated
xrETH
0%
No fee, high decentralization
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osETH
5%+ (depends on chosen vault, network average otherwise)
Slashing protection, some decentralization
Complex UX, minimum fee sacrifices decentralization
stETH
10%
High liquidity depth
Highly centralized, higher fees, no slashing protection
rETH
14%
Slashing protection, high decentralization
High fee
Most xrETH depositors can expect similar returns and lower risks compared to running a basic Ethereum node (AKA "solo staking") on your own. In addition, xrETH is a liquid token, which allows for its usage in DeFi, boosting its potential even further.
When comparing to other node operation options, the landscape is more complex. Generally, using xrETH as a Constellation Node Operator allows for improved returns and full liquidity, and other solutions are available for users that wishing to maximize returns even at the cost of liquidity or utility.
xrETH
100% of solo staking
Usable in DeFi, which may boost returns dramatically
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xrETH + Constellation Node Operation
121% of solo staking
Usable in DeFi, which may boost returns dramatically
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Solo staking
100% of solo staking
No SC risk
Fully locked, must run a node, risk and returns dependent upon individual performance
Rocket Pool (LEB8)
ETH: 130-142% of solo staking RPL: ~6% APR
Higher returns than solo staking
Fully locked, must run a node, risk and returns dependent upon individual performance
Lido CSM
237% of solo staking
Highest returns
Fully locked, must run a node, risk and returns dependent upon individual performance Limited to 16 ETH
*Estimated Returns are sourced from external data and are not guaranteed. NodeSet is not responsible for the creation of or any inaccuracy in this data.