BlazeStake vs Sanctum: Quick Compare (2026)
BlazeStake is a liquid-staking platform rated 8.2/10 with $200M TVL, best for Stakers who want to choose their validators while keeping liquidity. Sanctum is a liquid-staking platform rated 9.1/10 with $212M TVL, best for Instant LST swaps, LST infrastructure.
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Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | BlazeStake | Sanctum |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 8.2/10 | 9.1/10 |
| TVL | $200M | $212M |
| APY | ~6% | Varies |
| Best for | Stakers who want to choose their validators while keeping liquidity | Instant LST swaps, LST infrastructure |
| Not best for | Not the best choice if you plan to heavily use your LST in DeFi. bSOL has significantly fewer integrations than JitoSOL or mSOL as collateral and LP positions. If DeFi composability is your priority, use Jito or Marinade. | Not ideal for users who want a single, simple LST — Sanctum is a router and LST infrastructure layer, not a staking provider. Users who want simplicity should stake directly through Phantom or use JitoSOL. |
| Founded | 2022 | 2023 |
Fees Comparison
BlazeStake Fees
| Fee | Value |
|---|---|
Sanctum Fees
| Fee | Value |
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Pros & Cons
BlazeStake
Pros
- Custom validator selection — choose which validators receive your staked SOL for maximum decentralization
- BLZE token incentives provide additional rewards on top of staking yield
- Community-governed protocol with transparent validator delegation strategy
Cons
- Smaller TVL (~$200M) than Jito ($1B+) or Marinade — less liquidity depth
- Fewer DeFi integrations for bSOL — limited collateral and LP options compared to JitoSOL
- Lower APY than Jito — no MEV revenue boost, relying on base staking yield
Sanctum
Pros
- Instant swap between 200+ LSTs with no unstaking wait
- Infinity pool provides deep liquidity for all LSTs
- JupSOL issued on Sanctum infrastructure
Cons
- Primary use case is LST routing, not standalone staking
When to Choose BlazeStake
Best for: Stakers who want to choose their validators while keeping liquidity
Honest limitation: bSOL has significantly fewer DeFi integrations than JitoSOL or mSOL. If you plan to use your LST as collateral or in LP positions, JitoSOL is a better choice.
When to Choose Sanctum
Best for: Instant LST swaps, LST infrastructure
Honest limitation: Sanctum's value proposition depends on the LST ecosystem remaining fragmented. If one LST dominates (e.g., JitoSOL reaches 80%+ market share), Sanctum's router becomes less necessary.