Rocket Pool
Decentralized Ethereum liquid staking protocol: deposit ETH for rETH, or run a node with an ETH bond.
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Rocket Pool key facts
| Category | Liquid staking |
|---|---|
| Chains | Ethereum |
| Platforms | Web |
| Custody | Non-custodial |
| Pricing | Minimum stake 0.01 ETH |
| Security audits | Sigma Prime, Consensys Diligence, Cantina, Bailsec |
What is Rocket Pool?
Rocket Pool is a decentralized Ethereum liquid staking protocol. Stakers deposit as little as 0.01 ETH and receive rETH; node operators bond ETH to run validators. Its security page lists audits by Sigma Prime and Consensys Diligence since May 2021, and by Cantina and Bailsec for the 2026 Saturn 1 upgrade.
Rocket Pool usage
From DefiLlama (TVL) (fees users paid), updated Sep 26, 2026.
Rocket Pool pros and cons
- Stake from 0.01 ETH
- Audited by Sigma Prime and Consensys Diligence since 2021
- Permissionless node operators rather than a curated set
- Ethereum only
- rETH trades at an exchange rate to ETH, not 1:1
- Node operators earn a commission out of staker rewards
Rocket Pool FAQ
What is Rocket Pool?
Rocket Pool is a decentralized Ethereum liquid staking protocol. Stakers deposit as little as 0.01 ETH and receive rETH; node operators bond ETH to run validators. Its security page lists audits by Sigma Prime and Consensys Diligence since May 2021, and by Cantina and Bailsec for the 2026 Saturn 1 upgrade.
How much value is locked in Rocket Pool?
$1.4B according to DefiLlama on Sep 26, 2026. It is deployed on 1 chain: Ethereum.
How much does Rocket Pool cost?
Minimum stake 0.01 ETH, according to Rocket Pool’s own page (checked Sep 26, 2026).
How much do users pay Rocket Pool in fees?
$3M over the last 30 days, according to DefiLlama on Sep 26, 2026.
Does Rocket Pool hold my funds?
No. Rocket Pool is non-custodial: you keep your funds in your own wallet and sign each transaction.
Sources
How this page works
Sources: Rocket Pool: official site, Rocket Pool: Staking overview, Rocket Pool: Security. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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