Constellation vs Others

Understand the differences in risks, returns, and responsibilities

LST Comparison

Token	Fee on Ethereum Rewards	Pros	Cons
xrETH (NodeSet)	0%	No fee, high decentralization	See Risks and Mitigations
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

Constellation vs Running a Node

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.

Method	Estimated Returns*	Pros	Cons
xrETH (NodeSet)	100% of solo staking	Usable in DeFi, which may boost returns dramatically	See Risks and Mitigations
xrETH + Constellation Node Operation (NodeSet)	121% of solo staking	Usable in DeFi, which may boost returns dramatically	See Risks and Mitigations
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.