Top 7 crypto ETFs to watch in 2026

Crypto ETFs let you access bitcoin, ether, or shares in blockchain companies through a standard brokerage account, without holding digital assets directly. This list mixes funds that hold cryptocurrency outright – including iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF ($IBIT) and iShares Ethereum Trust ETF ($ETHA) – with equity-focused funds like Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF ($BLOK), the only actively managed option among the seven.

How we built this list: We selected these funds based on their industry or investment category and ordered them by assets under management. Prices are updated daily, and the list and supporting content are reviewed roughly every quarter. All data is sourced from Stake. This list isn't a recommendation and isn't ordered by suitability.

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Source: Stake market data. Figures in US$. Data updated as of 3 August 2026.

1. iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF ($IBIT)

iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) share price over the last year: started at US$65.20, ended at US$36.16, a change of −44.5%. Range over the period: high US$71.29, low US$33.29. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$36.16 · Daily: 1.5% · AUM: US$47.08B · MER: 0.25%

Tracking the price of bitcoin is the sole aim of iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF ($IBIT), before the Trust's expenses and liabilities. The fund is intended as a way to get exposure similar to holding bitcoin directly, without having to acquire the asset yourself. That removes the need for digital wallets or accounts on crypto exchanges – the fund holds bitcoin, and its shares trade through a standard brokerage account.

Because bitcoin is priced in USD, the fund's value in Australian dollars also moves with shifts in the AUD/USD exchange rate. Bitcoin's price can move sharply in short periods, and $IBIT carries that same volatility directly.

2. Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund ($FBTC)

Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund (FBTC) share price over the last year: started at US$100.12, ended at US$55.59, a change of −44.5%. Range over the period: high US$109.44, low US$51.05. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$55.59 · Daily: 1.6% · AUM: US$10.81B · MER: 0.25%

The Fidelity Wise Origin Bitcoin Fund ($FBTC) holds bitcoin directly, aiming to track bitcoin's price performance as measured by its reference index. It operates as a trust, calculating a daily net asset value at 4pm Eastern Time using that same index methodology, then adjusting for the trust's expenses and liabilities.

Because bitcoin is priced in US dollars, Australian investors in $FBTC carry exposure to movements between the AUD and the USD on top of bitcoin's own price movements. The fund doesn't hedge that currency exposure, so AUD/USD rate shifts flow directly through to Australian dollar returns. That means the fund's performance in AUD reflects both bitcoin's price and the exchange rate between the two currencies.

3. iShares Ethereum Trust ETF ($ETHA)

iShares Ethereum Trust ETF (ETHA) share price over the last year: started at US$27.75, ended at US$14.11, a change of −49.2%. Range over the period: high US$36.59, low US$11.74. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$14.11 · Daily: 0.3% · AUM: US$5.43B · MER: 0.23%

iShares Ethereum Trust ETF ($ETHA) is designed to track the price of ether, the native cryptocurrency of the Ethereum network. The fund holds ether directly, so its value moves with the spot price of ether before fees and expenses are deducted.

Because the underlying asset is priced in USD, the fund carries currency exposure between the Australian dollar and the US dollar. Ether itself is also known for sharp price swings, which means the fund can move significantly in either direction in a short period.

4. Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF ($BLOK)

Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF (BLOK) share price over the last year: started at US$57.43, ended at US$61.28, a change of +6.7%. Range over the period: high US$74.10, low US$47.36. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$61.28 · Daily: 3.4% · AUM: US$1.06B · MER: 0.70%

Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF ($BLOK) is actively managed. A portfolio manager picks the holdings rather than following a fixed index. The fund aims to put at least 80% of its net assets into equity securities of companies that develop or use blockchain technology. Rather than holding digital assets directly, $BLOK holds shares in those companies.

5. VanEck Bitcoin ($HODL)

VanEck Bitcoin (HODL) share price over the last year: started at US$32.47, ended at US$18.05, a change of −44.4%. Range over the period: high US$35.49, low US$16.61. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$18.05 · Daily: 1.5% · AUM: US$1.05B

VanEck Bitcoin ($HODL) holds bitcoin directly, with each share valued daily using the MarketVector Bitcoin Benchmark Rate – a rate derived from prices contributed by the top five bitcoin exchanges. The fund aims to reflect the price of bitcoin less the trust's operating expenses.

For Australian investors, returns are shaped by two moving parts: bitcoin's own price and the AUD/USD rate, since the fund is priced in USD. A stronger Australian dollar against the USD reduces returns in local currency terms, and a weaker one adds to them.

6. VanEck Digital Transformation ETF ($DAPP)

VanEck Digital Transformation ETF (DAPP) share price over the last year: started at US$16.74, ended at US$18.35, a change of +9.6%. Range over the period: high US$26.49, low US$13.72. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$18.35 · Daily: 4.1% · AUM: US$228.7M · MER: 0.50%

The MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index is what VanEck Digital Transformation ETF ($DAPP) is designed to track. The index is global and covers companies the fund describes as Digital Transformation Companies. At least 80% of $DAPP's assets go into securities fitting that classification, according to the fund's mandate. Because the benchmark draws from markets around the world, the portfolio carries exposure to foreign currencies that move relative to the Australian dollar.

The approach is equity-based: $DAPP holds shares in these companies rather than cryptocurrency directly. That distinguishes it structurally from the funds in this article that hold bitcoin or ether outright.

7. Global X Blockchain ETF ($BKCH)

Global X Blockchain ETF (BKCH) share price over the last year: started at US$56.19, ended at US$68.05, a change of +21.1%. Range over the period: high US$120.71, low US$51.82. Source: Stake market data. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.

Price: US$68.05 · Daily: 4.1% · AUM: US$206.0M · MER: 0.50%

Global X Blockchain ETF ($BKCH) tracks the Solactive Blockchain Index, which is designed to provide exposure to companies positioned to benefit from advances in blockchain technology. Rather than holding cryptocurrency directly, $BKCH holds shares in businesses operating across the blockchain sector. The fund follows the index passively, so its composition is determined by index rules rather than active manager decisions.

For AUD-based investors, the fund carries currency exposure between the Australian dollar and the currencies of its underlying holdings. Movements in exchange rates can affect returns measured in AUD, on top of the performance of the shares themselves.

Common questions

How do you invest in crypto ETFs in Australia?

Every fund in this list trades on U.S. exchanges and is priced in USD, so you'll need a trading platform that provides access to U.S. markets. Once you have that, buying works the same way as any U.S.-listed share – find the ticker and place an order during U.S. trading hours. Because these funds are USD-denominated, movements in the AUD/USD exchange rate will also affect the value of holdings in Australian dollar terms.

What are the key risks of crypto ETFs?

The most direct risk in the spot funds – those holding bitcoin or ether directly – is price volatility. Cryptocurrency prices can swing sharply over short periods, and a fund that tracks the coin's price will move in step with it. For the blockchain equity ETFs, the underlying companies carry business-level and sector-level risks on top of any crypto-related exposure. Because all seven funds in this list are U.S.-listed, AUD/USD movements also affect the translated value of returns for Australian investors.

What's the difference between spot crypto funds and blockchain equity ETFs?

The spot funds hold the actual cryptocurrency – bitcoin or ether – so their performance tracks the coin's price directly. The blockchain equity ETFs hold shares in companies involved in developing or applying blockchain technology, meaning their returns depend on how those businesses perform rather than on a single asset's price. Both types sit within the crypto and digital assets theme, but through different structures and with different sources of risk.

Disclaimer

Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. When you invest, your capital is at risk. You should consider your own investment objectives, financial situation, and particular needs before making an investment decision. The value of your investments can go down as well as up and you may receive back less than your original investment. As always, do your own research and consider seeking appropriate financial advice before investing.

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