Alternatives
Best BTCI Alternatives in 2026
Bitcoin income ETFs to consider alongside the NEOS Bitcoin High Income ETF.
Data updated August 2026 · 8 ETFs
Who this page is for
Best for
- BTCI holders comparing similar funds, fees, payouts, and strategy design
- Bitcoin investors comparing tax-aware index options with other income overlays
- Investors who will compare total return and NAV trend alongside distribution rate
Not a fit for
- Investors seeking the full upside and simple tracking of an unhedged spot Bitcoin fund
- Anyone treating a current distribution rate as guaranteed future income
- Investors choosing from headline yield alone without reviewing the underlying exposure
Analysis
BTCI turns Bitcoin volatility into monthly income through an options-based design. Alternatives such as BLOX, MAXI, YBIT, and YBTC differ in how they obtain Bitcoin exposure and how aggressively they sell upside. BITO provides a futures-based benchmark without the same income target, while MSTY and CONY are equity proxies whose company-specific risks can overwhelm the crypto theme. A larger payout can reflect richer option premium, more overwritten upside, or return of capital. That makes total return, NAV behavior, and the exposure vehicle more useful comparison points than the latest distribution alone.
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Top picks
Top 3 BTCI alternatives by assets under management.
Yield distribution
Expense ratio distribution
Income projection
Estimated income if the current average distribution rate of 41.18% held for a full year with share prices unchanged. Distribution rate is not total return—a fund can pay a large distribution while its share price falls—so treat these as an upper-bound illustration, not a forecast.
| Investment | Annual income | Monthly income | Weekly income |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $4,118 | $343 | $79 |
| $25,000 | $10,295 | $858 | $198 |
| $50,000 | $20,591 | $1,716 | $396 |
| $100,000 | $41,181 | $3,432 | $792 |
Issuer breakdown
Distribution of ETFs by fund issuer. Larger issuers often offer lower expense ratios and higher liquidity.
All 8 ETFs
| Ticker | Name | Issuer | Yield | Expense ratio | AUM | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITO | ProShares Bitcoin Strategy ETF | ProShares | 1.94% | 0.95% | $1.4B | Monthly |
| MSTY | YieldMax MSTR Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 93.32% | 0.99% | $757M | Weekly |
| CONY | YieldMax COIN Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 86.23% | 1.01% | $326M | Weekly |
| BLOX | Tidal Trust II - Nicholas Crypto Income ETF | Nicholas Wealth Management | 35.70% | 0.99% | $285M | Weekly |
| YBTC | Roundhill Bitcoin Covered Call Strategy ETF | Roundhill Investments | 30.83% | 0.95% | $126M | Weekly |
| YBIT | YieldMax Bitcoin Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 52.51% | 0.99% | $45M | Weekly |
| MAXI | Simplify Bitcoin Strategy PLUS Income ETF | Simplify ETFs | 4.12% | 1.31% | $25M | Monthly |
| BITY | Amplify Bitcoin 24% Premium Income ETF | Amplify ETFs | 24.80% | 0.65% | $12M | Monthly |
Frequently asked questions
What are the best btci alternatives?
This page lists the top 8 ETFs in this category ranked by key metrics. The list includes funds from issuers like ProShares, YieldMax, Nicholas Wealth Management, Roundhill Investments and more.
How often is this list updated?
The data on this page is refreshed regularly using the latest available distribution rates, expense ratios, and AUM figures. Last updated August 2026.
What is the average yield of these ETFs?
The average distribution yield across the 8 ETFs on this list is 41.18%. Individual yields range from 1.94% to 93.32%.
What is the closest alternative to BTCI?
BLOX and MAXI are among the closest income-oriented comparisons. YBIT and YBTC also target Bitcoin-linked payouts, but use different portfolio and option structures.
What should I compare when choosing a BTCI alternative?
Review spot, futures, or equity exposure; option coverage; distribution composition; tax treatment; fees; tracking; and total return during both rising and falling Bitcoin markets.
Does a higher-yielding BTCI alternative produce a better return?
Not necessarily. Distribution rate measures cash paid, not wealth created. Compare total return, NAV trend, fees, distribution composition, and the amount of upside surrendered by any options overlay.
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