Jito Review
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By DifiCalc Research Team · Published Sep 20, 2026 Data verified Sep 20, 2026 via DeFiLlama
Solana's market layer — JitoSOL bundles staking and MEV rewards across 350+ validators
Best for: SOL holders who want liquid, MEV-enhanced staking yield without leaving Solana
Risk Assessment
JitoSOL holds roughly 10M SOL (~$1.1B at September 2026 prices) and is built on the Solana Labs stake-pool program audited by Quantstamp, Neodyme, Kudelski, OtterSec and Halborn, delegating across 350+ validators. Rated A- rather than A because of single-chain exposure to Solana, volatile MEV tip revenue and centralization debates around Jito's block-building role, despite Solana having no slashing mechanism.
Fees
| Staking Fee | 4% of total staking and MEV rewards (Jito Labs was founded in 2021; JitoSOL launched in 2023) |
| Withdrawal | 0.1% fee on direct delayed unstake; selling JitoSOL on Jupiter avoids it; ~1 epoch wait |
Top Markets
| Asset | Type | Utilization | 30d APY |
|---|---|---|---|
| JitoSOL | staking | — | 5.2% |
| JitoSOL/SOL | lp | — | 5.6% |
| JitoSOL/JTO | lp | — | 6.1% |
| JitoSOL lending | lending | — | 5.5% |
Strengths
- ✓Most decentralized Solana LST, delegating across 350+ validators
- ✓Dual yield from inflation rewards and MEV tips, auto-compounded into JitoSOL's price
- ✓Runs on the repeatedly audited Solana Labs stake-pool program
- ✓Deep JitoSOL liquidity and wide integration across Solana lending and DEXs
Weaknesses & Risks
- !Single-chain exposure to Solana, including validator concentration
- !A 4% fee on rewards plus 0.1% on direct delayed unstake
- !MEV income is volatile and Jito's builder position fuels centralization debates
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Jito FAQ
What is Jito?
Jito is a liquid staking protocol, founded in 2023, live on solana. Solana's market layer — JitoSOL bundles staking and MEV rewards across 350+ validators
What APY can I earn on Jito?
Current yields typically range from 4.5% to 6.5% APY, with a typical rate around 5.2%. APY varies with market conditions, utilization and token emissions — always verify live rates before depositing.
Is Jito safe?
DifiCalc risk grade: A-. JitoSOL holds roughly 10M SOL (~$1.1B at September 2026 prices) and is built on the Solana Labs stake-pool program audited by Quantstamp, Neodyme, Kudelski, OtterSec and Halborn, delegating across 350+ validators. Rated A- rather than A because of single-chain exposure to Solana, volatile MEV tip revenue and centralization debates around Jito's block-building role, despite Solana having no slashing mechanism. Audits: Quantstamp, Neodyme, OtterSec. As with all DeFi, smart-contract and market risk remains — never deposit more than you can afford to lose.
What fees does Jito charge?
Staking Fee: 4% of total staking and MEV rewards (Jito Labs was founded in 2021; JitoSOL launched in 2023). Withdrawal: 0.1% fee on direct delayed unstake; selling JitoSOL on Jupiter avoids it; ~1 epoch wait.
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Information last reviewed in 2026. APY figures are indicative ranges from protocol data and may differ from live rates. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.