These two innovative ETFs offer exposure to the crypto market, but one in particular provides more direct exposure to one of the world’s biggest digital tokens.
Both the iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA +0.14%) and Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF (BITQ +2.53%) target the cryptocurrency ecosystem but take notably different approaches. This comparison highlights how these approaches differ in cost, performance, risk, and portfolio makeup for investors considering crypto-linked ETFs.
Snapshot (cost & size)
| Metric | ETHA | BITQ |
|---|---|---|
| Issuer | iShares | Bitwise |
| Expense ratio | 0.25% | 0.85% |
| 1-yr return (as of Jan. 24, 2026) | -9.94% | 26.3% |
| AUM | $10.9 billion | $400.6 million |
The 1-yr return represents total return over the trailing 12 months.
BITQ’s expense ratio is higher…
