While the operating rate of the PI network continues to drop in 2025, many pioneers ask the same question: “Is it still possible to win a decent IP today?” The short answer – Yes! But only if you know how to make the most of the tools that PI already gives you.
A dedicated PI user recently revealed how they increased their extraction rate by more than 26 times compared to the current base of 0.0030 π / h to an impressive 0.083 π / h. And guess what, you can do the same by applying some smart strategies.
Why is the extraction rate so low now?
PI extraction no longer consists in pressing a button daily. It now rewards active participation, solid community strengthening and long -term commitment.
The PI network introduced a basic rate of 0.0030 π / h in May 2025, significantly lower than that of past years. This decrease is part of a planned reduction to control the total supply of PI parts, which is capped at 65 billion for the mining awards of the PI community for loyal pioneers.
This means that passive users now gain very little – unless they increase their prices thanks to the activity.
Real user strategy: from 0.0030 π / h to 0.083 π / h
First of all, let’s understand how Pi calculates mining rates. Each user starts with a basic rate, currently 0.0030 π / h. But several features act as multipliers, adding significant increases according to your actions.
Here is how the user reached this high mining rate:
First of all Safety circle (100%), By adding 5 pioneers of confidence, you double your basic rate.
Secondly, Locking bonuses (631.44%), By locking their IP for 3 years, which gave them a massive increase of 631.44%, shows a strong commitment to the network and was generously rewarded.
Lately, Reference bonus and utility (3.26x in total), They had 7 active references and actively used PI applications, both of which pushed the higher rate.
All this created this powerful formula: 0.0030 × (1 + 831.44%) × 3.26 = 0.083 π / h
Interestingly, the user was not even executing a Pi node, which could have added 10% or more, potentially pushing them beyond 0.1 π / h.
Why this counts for pioneers
If you only go away at the base, you miss. The design of PI Network promotes those who actively engage, building confidence circles, helping others join, locking tokens and using applications.
Even if the extraction rate continues to decrease, you can still maximize your rewards by judiciously using these tools. PI no longer concerns passive awards – it is a question of strengthening the value together.
