BITQ
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ETF Comparison
BITQ vs BLOK vs DAPP vs TKNZ: Which Fits Each Goal in 2026?
A side-by-side comparison of Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF, Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF, VanEck Digital Transformation ETF and T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF covering yield, cost, risk, and income potential.
Updated November 6, 2026
No track record yet. TKNZ launched within the last six months. The forward distribution rate is left blank until a payout is published.
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BLOK
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DAPP
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TKNZ
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Side-by-side snapshot
| Metric |  BITQ |  BLOK |  DAPP |  TKNZ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF | Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF | VanEck Digital Transformation ETF | T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF |
| Issuer | Bitwise Investments | Amplify ETFs | VanEck | T. Rowe Price |
| Last Close | $18.30 as of November 6, 2026 | $49.22 as of November 6, 2026 | $13.63 as of November 6, 2026 | $28.85 as of November 6, 2026 |
| Distribution rate | — | 0.16% | — | — |
| Trailing 12-month yield | — | 0.99% | — | — |
| Distribution Safety Score™ | — | 41 | — | — |
| Safety-Adjusted Yield | — | 0.07% | — | — |
| Expense ratio | 0.85% | 0.70% | 0.52% | 0.75% |
| AUM | $356M | $888M | $222M | $24.9M |
| Distribution frequency | None | Annual | None | Annual |
| Underlying index | — | Actively managed (no tracked index recorded) | MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index | Actively managed (no tracked index recorded) |
| Objective | Invests in companies participating in the crypto ecosystem. | Actively managed fund investing at least 80% of assets in equities of companies actively involved in the development and utilization of blockchain technologies, spanning crypto miners, exchanges, and enablers. Renamed from the Amplify Transformational Data Sharing ETF in October 2025. | Seeks to track, before fees and expenses, the price and yield performance of an index of companies that are positioned to benefit from the digital transformation of the economy, including digital asset infrastructure and blockchain technology companies. | Seeks long-term capital appreciation through actively managed exposure to a diversified portfolio of crypto assets and crypto-related investments. |
| Asset class | Equity | Equity | Equity | Crypto |
| Inception date | 04/27/2021 | 01/16/2018 | 04/12/2021 | 07/16/2026 |
| Beta | 3.35 | 2.47 | 3.76 | — |
| Last dividend | — | $0.07985 | — | — |
| Ex-dividend date | 12/30/2024 | 06/29/2026 | 12/23/2024 | — |
— Distribution rate, Safety-Adjusted Yield, last dividend, and ex-dividend date are not yet available because TKNZ launched July 2026; these fields will populate after the first distribution.
Total returns
100% reinvested · ex-date convention. Period returns use this fixed assumption, independent of chart settings. YTD and 1Y are cumulative period returns; 3Y, 5Y, and 10Y are annualized. The shared Since-start window is annualized only when it covers at least one year.
TKNZ tops the group over the year to date with a 17.23% total return, against BITQ at -9.78%, BLOK at -16.07% and DAPP at -21.48%. Figures are total returns: price change plus every distribution reinvested.
| Symbol | YTD cumulative | Since Jul 2026 | Volatility | Sharpe | Sortino | Max drawdown |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BITQ | -9.78% | -20.46% | 61.1% | -1.26 | -1.73 | -36.8% |
| BLOK | -16.07% | -20.04% | 42.5% | -1.77 | -2.30 | -28.9% |
| DAPP | -21.48% | -25.32% | 65.8% | -1.48 | -1.99 | -40.2% |
| TKNZ | 17.23% | 17.23% | 42.6% | 1.12 | 1.82 | -16.2% |
Total return with all distributions reinvested on the ex-dividend date (a modeling convention, not the cash-settlement date), split-adjusted, as of November 5, 2026. YTD and 1Y are cumulative period returns; 3Y, 5Y, and 10Y are annualized. The shared Since-start window is annualized only when it covers at least one year. “Since Jul 2026” measures every fund from July 16, 2026 — the start of shared available history — so all funds share one comparison window. Volatility is the annualized standard deviation of daily total returns over the shared window since Jul 2026. Sharpe and Sortino divide the annualized return in excess of the risk-free rate by, respectively, that volatility and the downside deviation (both over the shared window since Jul 2026) — higher is better. Max drawdown is the largest peak-to-trough total-return decline over the same window — shallower is better.
Not a distribution payer
BITQ (Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF) has no distribution rate on file and its distribution frequency is None. BITQ is not a payer. The blank yield is not a zero yield. DAPP (VanEck Digital Transformation ETF) has no distribution rate on file and its distribution frequency is None. DAPP is not a payer. The blank yield is not a zero yield.
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Projected income on $10K
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How the risk works
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- Crypto volatility. BITQ, BLOK, DAPP, and TKNZ sit on top of crypto-asset prices, which routinely swing far more than equities. A single drawdown can exceed a year of distributions, so income projections deserve extra skepticism here.
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ETFs13
Total AUM$6.71B
ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
Bitwise Investments is known for pioneering cryptocurrency and digital asset ETFs, bringing exposure to bitcoin, ethereum, and other blockchain-based assets to mainstream investors. The firm's fund lineup spans digital assets—including single-asset and diversified cryptocurrency funds—alongside income-focused strategies that blend traditional dividend approaches with digital asset themes. The issuer has established a distinctive niche in the crypto ETF space while maintaining a footprint in conventional income investing, offering investors varied exposure levels to both emerging digital asset classes and yield-generating strategies.
See our curated list of related YouTube videos on BITQ.
ETFs47
Total AUM$16.5B
ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
Amplify ETFs is known for offering specialized, thematic investment solutions across diverse market segments including digital assets, commodities, and dividend strategies. The issuer's lineup spans multiple fund families covering income-focused strategies, covered call approaches, commodity exposure, and thematic sectors such as cybersecurity, blockchain, gaming, and sustainable investing. Notable for tickers like BLOK (blockchain), HACK (cybersecurity), and DIVO (dividend), Amplify combines traditional income strategies with alternative themes and emerging asset classes, appealing to investors seeking both yield and exposure to innovation-driven sectors.
See our curated list of related YouTube videos on BLOK.
ETFs86
Total AUM$156B
ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
VanEck is known for offering specialized and thematic ETFs across a broad range of asset classes, from traditional equities and fixed income to alternatives and digital assets. The firm's lineup encompasses income-focused funds, sector strategies, commodity exposure, municipal bonds, and innovative thematic products covering areas like blockchain, artificial intelligence, and emerging markets. VanEck serves both income-oriented and growth-focused investors with a diversified product suite that extends beyond conventional equity and bond offerings.
See our curated list of related YouTube videos on DAPP.
ETFs39
Total AUM$34.6B
ETFs and AUM reflect what Dividend Vision tracks — the issuer's full lineup may be larger.
T. Rowe Price is a major asset manager known for building diversified, actively managed ETF portfolios across multiple asset classes and investment styles. Their fund lineup spans bond funds, dividend and income-focused strategies, broad equity exposure, international markets, and thematic equity themes, serving both income-seeking and growth-oriented investors. The issuer offers a substantial breadth of options with tickers like PABGX and PREIX, appealing to investors seeking professional portfolio management across traditional and specialized investment categories.
See our curated list of related YouTube videos on TKNZ.
Quick verdict
BITQ (Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF), BLOK (Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF), DAPP (VanEck Digital Transformation ETF), TKNZ (T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF) are ETFs that take different approaches.
BLOK has paid a 0.99% yield over the past 12 months; the others have not yet established a full distribution history.
DAPP is the cheapest with an expense ratio of 0.52%, compared to 0.70% for BLOK and 0.75% for TKNZ and 0.85% for BITQ.
BLOK has the most assets at $888M, but TKNZ only launched recently — AUM comparisons will become more meaningful as they build a track record.
Top-holdings overlap
Positions that appear in every fund's top 10. Issuers disclose only the largest weights, so this captures the overlap of the concentrated end of each book — not the full portfolios.
— shared positions
BITQ 0.0% of its top-10 weight
BLOK 0.0% of its top-10 weight
DAPP 0.0% of its top-10 weight
TKNZ top-10 holdings unavailable
Top-10 holdings unavailable for TKNZ — cannot compute overlap.
Deep dive
Yield & income
On a $10,000 investment at the rates paid over the past 12 months, BITQ pays no distribution (not a payer; a blank rate is not a zero yield); BLOK would pay about $99.00 a year; DAPP pays no distribution (not a payer; a blank rate is not a zero yield); TKNZ has no reported yield yet.
BITQ yield—
BLOK 12-month yield0.99%
DAPP yield—
TKNZ yield—
Cost & efficiency
Over 10 years on $10,000: BITQ costs ~$850, BLOK costs ~$700, DAPP costs ~$520, TKNZ costs ~$750 in fees (simplified, not compounded).
BITQ ER0.85%
BLOK ER0.70%
DAPP ER0.52%
TKNZ ER0.75%
Strategy & risk
BITQ is an ETF; BLOK is an actively managed ETF; DAPP tracks MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index with a crypto approach; TKNZ is an actively managed ETF built around digital assets exposure.
BITQ beta3.35
BLOK beta2.47
DAPP beta3.76
TKNZ beta—
Fund details
BITQ is managed by Bitwise Investments (launched 04/27/2021) with $356M in assets. BLOK is managed by Amplify ETFs (launched 01/16/2018) with $888M in assets. DAPP is managed by VanEck (launched 04/12/2021) with $222M in assets. TKNZ is managed by T. Rowe Price (launched 07/16/2026) with $24.9M in assets.
BITQ AUM$356M
BLOK AUM$888M
DAPP AUM$222M
TKNZ AUM$24.9M
Frequently asked questions
Which of BITQ, BLOK, DAPP, and TKNZ is best for dividend income?
It depends on your goals. BLOK currently offers the highest reported distribution yield, which means more income per dollar invested. However, a lower-yield fund may offer better total return or lower volatility, and BITQ and DAPP are not a payer, so a blank yield is not a zero yield. Consider your time horizon and risk tolerance.
What is the difference between BITQ, BLOK, DAPP, and TKNZ?
BITQ (Bitwise Crypto Industry Innovators ETF) is an ETF, issued by Bitwise Investments. BLOK (Amplify Blockchain Technology ETF) is an actively managed ETF, issued by Amplify ETFs. DAPP (VanEck Digital Transformation ETF) tracks MVIS Global Digital Assets Equity Index with a crypto approach, issued by VanEck. TKNZ (T. Rowe Price Active Crypto ETF) is an actively managed ETF built around digital assets exposure, issued by T. Rowe Price.
Can I hold BITQ, BLOK, DAPP, and TKNZ together?
Yes — nothing prevents holding them together. Whether the combination actually diversifies depends on how much the underlying exposures overlap, which isn't fully measurable from the data on this page; review each security's holdings, sector, and strategy before treating them as complementary.
Which has the lowest fees among BITQ, BLOK, DAPP, and TKNZ?
BITQ has an expense ratio of 0.85%, BLOK has an expense ratio of 0.70%, DAPP has an expense ratio of 0.52%, TKNZ has an expense ratio of 0.75%. Lower fees mean more of your investment returns stay in your pocket over time.
How much income does $10,000 generate in each?
At the rates paid over the past 12 months, $10,000 in BITQ has no distribution to estimate, because BITQ is not a payer and a blank rate is not a zero yield. $10,000 in BLOK would pay about $99.00 a year. $10,000 in DAPP has no distribution to estimate, because DAPP is not a payer and a blank rate is not a zero yield. $10,000 in TKNZ has no reported cash yet.
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BITQ vs BLOK vs DAPP vs TKNZ — at a glance
Generated November 1, 2026.
Figures quoted in this analysis are from its generation date and may lag the live snapshot table above, which always shows the latest data.
Overview
These four ETFs provide exposure to cryptocurrency and blockchain innovation through different lenses.
How they differ
The biggest difference is asset class. TKNZ holds crypto assets directly; the other three hold equities of companies in the blockchain and crypto space. That creates very different risk profiles and tax treatment.
Within the equity trio, BLOK and DAPP are the cheapest: 0.70% and 0.52% versus 0.85% for BITQ. BITQ and DAPP pay no distributions. TKNZ is also actively managed but the smallest of the four, with only $24.9M in assets versus $888M for BLOK.
Beta figures reveal market sensitivity differences among the equity funds.
BLOK: Fits investors who want active management of blockchain equities at a lower cost, value the annual distribution, and prefer a larger fund with 8 years of history in the space. DAPP's 3.76 amplifies sector downturns more than the others. A prolonged bear market could hammer valuations across the whole portfolio.
- Regulatory and adoption risk. These funds bet on government acceptance of crypto and blockchain technology. Adverse regulation—whether on mining, staking, exchange operations, or digital-asset classification—could impair underlying company earnings regardless of crypto price.
- TKNZ's minimal operational history. At 07/16/2026, TKNZ has almost no track record. Its portfolio composition, rebalancing discipline, and how it navigates volatility remain unproven, adding execution risk on top of asset-class risk.
Bottom line
If you want the lowest cost and passive exposure to a broader digital-transformation index, DAPP stands out at 0.52%. If you prefer active management within the blockchain-equity space and a longer fund history, BLOK's 0.70% and 8 years offer a middle ground. Past results do not predict future returns, especially in this volatile and evolving sector.
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