ETHA vs. BITQ: How Does This Ethereum Compare to a Fund Full of Crypto Companies
Key Points
Both the iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (NASDAQ:ETHA) and Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF (NYSEMKT:BITQ) 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 than ETHA’s, so it may cost more to hold over time, though ETHA’s lower fee comes with single-asset concentration.
