Before joining a mining pool, here is what to take into account:

• Reputation and authenticity: Based on reviews and ratings from other miners, select a pool with an excellent mining community reputation.
• Pool charges: Compare different costs between pools to find one that best meets your needs and preferences.
• Distribution of Rewards: Select a pool that best suits your preferences and risk tolerance.
• Size and Hash Rate of the Pool: Consider its dimensions before choosing a hash rate which best satisfies your preferred size ratio to payout frequency.
• Locate and Select Reliable Servers: Select a pool with reliable servers closer to home for the best experience.