HODLvsIBITETF Comparison
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VanEck Bitcoin ETF (HODL) and iShares Bitcoin Trust ETF (IBIT) belong to the same industry segment: Cryptocurrency. HODL is less expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.2%, versus 0.25% for IBIT. HODL is down -23.27% year-to-date (YTD) with +$79M in YTD flows. IBIT performs worse with -23.33% YTD performance, and +$963M in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of HODL and IBIT below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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HODL vs IBIT performance and flow charts
Performance
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Historic performance and flows
Data as of 04/02/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | HODL IBIT | -3.02%-3.05% | -25.42%-25.48% | -23.27%-23.33% | -22.45%-22.66% | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Flows | HODL IBIT | +$14M+$1.29B | +$79M+$963M | +$79M+$963M | +$322M+$23.28B | -- | -- |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | HODL IBIT | +59.20%+58.85% | +44.85%+44.81% | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Max drawdown | HODL IBIT | -34.47%-34.52% | -49.13%-49.21% | n/an/a | n/an/a |
| Max drawdown duration | HODL IBIT | 78d78d | 178d178d | n/an/a | n/an/a |
Trading data
HODL | IBIT | |
Last sale 4/6/2026 at 1:30 PM | $19.73 | $39.52 |
| Previous close 04/02/2026 | $18.95 | $37.97 |
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Replication quality
Data as of March 31, 2026
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Main metrics
Last update 4/6/2026 at 1:30 PM
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HODL | IBIT | |
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| Last price | $19.73 | $39.52 |
| 1D performance | +4.09% | +4.08% |
| AuM | $1.14 B | $52.41 B |
| E/R | 0.2% | 0.25% |
Characteristics
HODL | IBIT | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Passive | Passive |
| Provider | VanEck | iShares |
| Benchmark | MarketVector Bitcoin Benchmark Rate | CME CF Bitcoin Reference Rate - New York Variant Index |
| N° of holdings | - | - |
| Asset class | Commodities | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | January 11, 2024 | January 10, 2024 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Frequently asked questions about HODL and IBIT
How have the HODL and IBIT ETFs performed in 2026?
As of April 2, 2026, HODL is down -23.27% year-to-date (YTD), while IBIT has lost -23.33%. That puts HODL better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: HODL or IBIT?
Year-to-date, the HODL ETF saw +$79M in flows, compared to +$963M for IBIT.
Which ETF is more volatile: HODL or IBIT?
Over the past year, HODL had a volatility of 44.85%, while IBIT experienced 44.81%.
Which ETF is bigger: HODL or IBIT?
As of April 2, 2026, HODL holds $1.14 B in assets under management (AUM), while IBIT manages $52.41 B.
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