More options for BTC traders: BTCUSDT trading now at Exness

BTC enthusiasts: a new instrument has landed for you. 

BTCUSDT trading is now available at Exness. This gives you another way to trade bitcoin CFDs, this time with the price quoted in tether (USDT) rather than the US dollar. 

So what’s the difference between BTCUSD, and BTCUSDT?

BTCUSDT is a bitcoin CFD quoted in USDT, while BTCUSD is a bitcoin CFD quoted in USD. That difference may seem small, but depending on how you analyze markets and manage your portfolio, it can influence which instrument feels more natural to trade.

So whether you already trade bitcoin or you're exploring Exness crypto CFDs for the first time, understanding how BTCUSDT compares with BTCUSD can help you decide which fits your trading workflow best.

What is BTCUSDT?

BTCUSDT is a bitcoin CFD that prices bitcoin against tether (USDT) instead of the US dollar.

Tether is a stablecoin designed to maintain a value as close as possible to one US dollar. 

Unlike traditional fiat currencies, USDT exists as a blockchain-based digital token rather than money issued by a central bank or transferred via banking rails.

As a result, BTCUSDT shows bitcoin's value in USDT terms.

In normal market conditions, BTCUSDT and BTCUSD trade at almost identical prices because USDT is intended to track the value of the US dollar. However, because USDT is a digital token rather than a fiat currency, small price differences occasionally appear during periods of volatility.

The important point is that both BTCUSDT and BTCUSD track the same underlying asset—bitcoin. The difference is the currency used to quote its price.

That means BTCUSD answers: How many US dollars is one bitcoin worth?, while BTCUSDT answers: How many tether tokens is one bitcoin worth?

The market you're trading remains bitcoin. Only the quote currency changes.

BTCUSD and BTCUSDT at Exness: How they compare

BTCUSD and BTCUSDT are both available as bitcoin CFDs at Exness. 

Neither replaces the other, and neither is positioned as the "better" instrument. Instead, you can choose the pricing convention that best matches your personal workflow.

The comparison below highlights the main product specifications.

Trading conditions, commissions, margin requirements and swap or rollover rules may change over time. Always check the latest instrument specifications in the Help Center before placing a trade.

Choosing between BTCUSD and BTCUSDT at Exness

The choice between BTCUSD and BTCUSDT isn't about which instrument is better. It's about which one better matches how you follow markets and think about pricing.

BTCUSD may suit you if:

You naturally think about bitcoin's value in US dollars, or regularly compare bitcoin with other USD-priced assets such as gold, indices or forex pairs. 

BTCUSD remains the most widely recognised bitcoin trading pair among CFD traders, so it might feel more intuitive to you.

It's also the bitcoin pair most traders have followed for years across financial news, analysis and market commentary, meaning familiarity could tip the scales in favor of BTCUSD. 

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BTCUSDT may suit you if:

You've previously traded on crypto-native exchanges, where the bitcoin/ether pair is typically among the highest-volume markets.

Because USDT is designed to track the US dollar, pricing remains very similar to BTCUSD, while using a stablecoin quote instead of fiat currency.

Some traders prefer viewing bitcoin through a stablecoin quote because it aligns with the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem they already use. So if that sounds like you, your choice becomes clearer. 

Watching both markets

Even if BTCUSD remains your primary instrument, BTCUSDT can offer another perspective.

Most of the time, the two markets move almost identically. That said, during periods of exceptionally high volatility, you might notice temporary differences between stablecoin pricing and fiat pricing.

Watching both instruments can therefore give you another layer of market context without changing the underlying asset that you're analysing.

How to start trading BTCUSDT on Exness Terminal and the Exness Trade app

Both BTCUSDT and BTCUSD are available on Exness Terminal and the Exness Trade app.

To start trading them: 

1. Create an account or log into your existing Personal Area. 
2. Verify your profile.
3. Create a trading account and choose your account type, currency, and platform.
4. Fund your account. 
5. Select BTCUSDT/BTCUSD from the instrument list and place your first trade. 

If you're new to cryptocurrency trading, consider opening a Demo trading account first to familiarise yourself with the instrument before trading live.

You can also use the Exness calculator to estimate margin requirements, trading costs and potential profit or loss before opening a position.

Why choose Exness Terminal or the Exness Trade app?

Exness Terminal is a web-based trading platform designed to offer a clean, intuitive user interface with top trading conditions. 

You can choose to trade on this web-based platform, which requires no installations, or download the app to get the same trading experience and conditions on your Android or iOS device. 

Some of the features you can look forward to on the platform are: 

• Advanced charting with 100+ built-in indicators, custom indicators, and 50+ drawing tools
• Integrated risk management features such as stop loss and take profit by money, percentage of equity, or price
• User-friendly, frictionless interface
• One-Click Trading 
• Efficient order management with options to close all, close profitable, or close losing orders with one action

To see a full breakdown of the platforms available at Exness, click here. 

When to trade BTCUSDT at Exness

BTCUSDT follows the official cryptocurrency trading schedule. You can find the trading hours for BTCUSDT and all other instruments in the Exness Help Center. 

Because cryptocurrency markets operate around the clock, bitcoin trading often continues outside traditional stock market hours. 

That said, instrument-specific trading schedules, maintenance windows, and rollover periods can vary, so check the latest trading hours before placing a trade.

Explore other cryptocurrency CFDs at Exness

BTCUSDT joins a growing range of cryptocurrency CFDs available at Exness.

Alongside BTCUSD and BTCUSDT, you can access a wide selection of crypto instruments, including Ethereum (ETHUSD) and other popular cryptocurrency markets.

Explore the full range of Exness crypto instruments to compare available markets and trading conditions.

FAQ

Is BTCUSDT the same as BTCUSD?

Not exactly. Both track the same underlying asset, bitcoin, but they use different quote currencies. BTCUSD is quoted in US dollars, while BTCUSDT is quoted in tether (USDT).

When would I choose BTCUSDT over BTCUSD, or the other way around?

BTCUSD may suit traders who prefer a familiar US-dollar reference point. BTCUSDT may suit traders who are accustomed to crypto-native exchanges or prefer following bitcoin against a stablecoin quote. Neither instrument replaces the other—they simply offer different ways to view the same market.

Does BTCUSDT have the same fees as BTCUSD at Exness?

Trading conditions depend on the instrument and account type. Before trading, check the latest commissions, spreads, rollover rules, and margin requirements in the Exness Help Center.

Is BTCUSDT available on all Exness account types?

Yes. BTCUSDT is available on all Exness platform-based account types: Standard, Pro, Raw Spread, and Zero. Exness platform accounts support cryptocurrency trading across all four account types, and BTCUSDT is one of the available crypto instruments.