PPS+ — Pay Per Share Plus
Updated May 2026
What Is PPS+?
Pay Per Share Plus (PPS+) is a hybrid payout scheme that combines the best aspects of PPS and PPLNS. The block reward is paid using PPS (fixed per share), while transaction fees are distributed using PPLNS (proportional to recent shares).
This means you get the stability and predictability of PPS for the bulk of your income, plus a variable bonus from transaction fees that scales with your recent contribution. When the network is busy and blocks are full of transactions, your PPLNS tx fee portion increases. When blocks are empty, that portion decreases — but your base PPS income stays rock solid.
How PPS+ Works
1You submit shares continuously to the pool.
2For each share, you earn a fixed amount based on the block reward (the PPS part).
3Separately, the pool tracks the last N shares in a PPLNS window.
4When a block is found, transaction fees are distributed proportionally to miners in that window (the PPLNS part).
5Your total income = stable base (PPS) + variable bonus (PPLNS tx fees).
PPS+ vs PPS vs FPPS
| Feature | PPS | PPS+ | FPPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block reward | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
| Tx fees | Usually no | Proportional (PPLNS) | Fixed |
| Base income | 100% stable | Mostly stable | 100% stable |
| Tx fee upside | None | Yes (proportional) | Fixed (theoretical avg) |
| Typical fee | 2-4% | 2-3% | 3-4% |
PPS+ Pros & Cons
Pros
- Stable base income from PPS block rewards
- You benefit from high transaction fee periods
- Lower fees than FPPS
- Fairer tx fee distribution than flat PPS
- Good balance of stability and upside
Cons
- Tx fee portion still varies with pool luck
- Slightly more complex to understand than pure PPS
- If you stop mining, your tx fee shares expire
- Not as widely offered as PPS or PPLNS
PPS+ Pool Examples
| Pool | Fee | Scheme |
|---|---|---|
| Binance Pool | 3.0% | PPS+ |
| Cruxpool | 1.0% | PPS+ |
| DxPool | 0.5% | PPS+ |
| EMCD | 1.5% | PPS+ |
| Kryptex | 1.0% | PPS+ |
FAQ
About PPS+ payouts
What is PPS+ in mining pools?
PPS+ (Pay Per Share Plus) is a hybrid payout scheme. The block reward is paid using PPS (fixed per share), while transaction fees are distributed using PPLNS (proportional to recent shares). This gives you stable base income plus a variable bonus from tx fees when network activity is high.
What is the difference between PPS+ and PPS?
PPS only pays fixed block rewards and usually excludes transaction fees. PPS+ pays fixed block rewards via PPS AND distributes transaction fees proportionally via PPLNS. With PPS+, you get the stability of PPS plus the upside of tx fee rewards.
What is the difference between PPS+ and FPPS?
PPS+ pays block rewards fixed (PPS) and tx fees proportionally (PPLNS). FPPS pays BOTH block rewards and tx fees at fixed theoretical rates. PPS+ has lower fees but your tx fee income varies with pool luck. FPPS has higher fees but maximum stability.
Who should use PPS+?
PPS+ is ideal for miners who want mostly stable income but also want to benefit from high transaction fee periods. It strikes a balance between the predictability of PPS and the lower fees of PPLNS. If you mine consistently and want the best of both worlds, PPS+ is a strong choice.