Crypto
BTC/USD Spread Comparison
Bitcoin CFDs are the most expensive instrument by spread in dollar terms, ranging from $5 at low-cost brokers to $50 or more at standard retail accounts. The spread also moves with volatility. Note: BTC/USD CFDs are not available to UK retail traders (FCA ban since January 2021).
Brokers tracked
9
Cheapest spread
12.01 USD
Most expensive
52 USD
Cost gap
4.3x
BTC/USD Spreads by Broker
Data: Sep 17, 2026| # | Broker | Market | Account | Spread (USD) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | IC Markets | Australia | Raw | 12.01USD | variable |
| 2 | BlackBull Markets | Worldwide | Standard | 13USD | variable |
| 3 | CMC Markets | Australia | Standard | 15USD | variable |
| 4 | ThinkMarkets | Australia | Standard | 15USD | variable |
| 5 | Axi | Australia | Pro | 18USD | variable |
| 6 | AvaTrade | Worldwide | Standard | 30.98USD | variable |
| 7 | XM | Worldwide | Standard | 40USD | variable |
| 8 | easyMarkets | Worldwide | Standard | 45USD | fixed |
| 9 | IG Markets | Australia | Standard | 52USD | variable |
Spreads are indicative and updated daily from broker pricing pages. Raw/ECN accounts include commission. Standard accounts are commission-free.
Why the BTC/USD spread matters
A $5 vs $50 spread on BTC means one broker costs 10x more per trade. On a $10,000 position with 1x leverage, the expensive broker charges 0.5% to enter and exit. That alone exceeds the daily range on most low-volatility days.
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