Kraken pays more on 6 of the 6 coins where both publish a staking rate today. Coinbase staking is unavailable in CA, MD, NJ, WI; Kraken is available in 37 states plus DC and PR only.
Side by side
| Coinbase | Kraken | |
|---|---|---|
| ETH | 1.64% | 2.68% |
| SOL | 3.23% | 4.77% |
| NEAR | Rate not published | 5.26% |
| ADA | 1.35% | 2.71% |
| DOT | 2.01% | 3.03% |
| ATOM | 12.91% | 18.75% |
| AVAX | 3.36% | 3.57% |
| TRX | Not offered | 3.64% |
| SUI | Rate not published | 1.52% |
| TIA | Not offered | 5.44% |
| INJ | Not offered | 7.11% |
| POL | Rate not published | 6.79% |
| Fees | Coinbase keeps a commission; the advertised APY is what you receive. | Kraken shows rewards after its fee. Bonded staking locks coins for the network unbonding period. |
| State rules | No new staking in CA, MD, NJ or WI. SUI staking also excludes New York. | Kraken lists the states where onchain staking is available. Kraken does not serve New York or Maine at all. |
Frequently asked questions
Is Coinbase or Kraken better for staking?
Kraken pays more on 6 of the 6 coins where both publish a staking rate today. Coinbase staking is unavailable in CA, MD, NJ, WI; Kraken is available in 37 states plus DC and PR only.
Which has lower staking fees, Coinbase or Kraken?
Coinbase: Coinbase keeps a commission; the advertised APY is what you receive. Kraken: Kraken shows rewards after its fee. Bonded staking locks coins for the network unbonding period.
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