Figure vs Nexo
Higher LTV from a public company against a revolving line that re-lends collateral.
By Steven Han and Michael Song · Rates as of September 15, 2026 · Verified daily · Rates last changed July 15, 2026
Figure$115,400 loan, 40.8% LTV · Max LTV 75%
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What it costs over 12 months
Borrowing $115,400 at 40.8% LTV for one year. Interest and the origination fee, on standard published terms.
Figure costs $7,086 less over twelve months at this loan size, before any difference in how the two handle collateral.
The biggest structural difference is maximum LTV: Figure 75% versus Nexo 50%.
Full side-by-side on 16 terms below, including custody, rehypothecation and the margin-call cure window.
The bottom line
Figure starts far lower (around 10.0% vs near 18.9%), allows up to 75% LTV, and is run by a Nasdaq-listed company, though it holds collateral itself via Fireblocks MPC and does not rehypothecate. Nexo is an open revolving line that re-lends your pledged bitcoin. Choose Figure for the lower rate, higher leverage, and untouched collateral; choose Nexo only if an always-open line outweighs the cost and rehypothecation.
Conditional guidance, not a recommendation. The right pick depends on your loan size, LTV, state, and what you value most. Rates can change; the table below is the live source.
Figure vs Nexo, side by side
| Figure |  Nexo | |
|---|---|---|
| Effective APR$115,400 loan, 40.8% LTV, all-in | 9.76% | 15.9% |
| Starting APR | 9.76% | 15.9% |
| Origination fee | 0.85% | None |
| Liquidation fee | 2% | None stated |
| Rate type | Fixed | Fixed |
| Max LTV | 75% | 50% |
| Liquidation thresholdLTV at which collateral is sold | 90% | 83.3% |
| Custody model | Lender-held (Fireblocks) | Lender-held |
| Rehypothecation | No | Yes |
| Funding speed | Not published | Same day |
| Minimum loan | $5,000 | $50 |
| Maximum loan | No stated maximum | $2,000,000 |
| Loan terms | 12-month term | Not published |
| Prepayment | No prepayment penalty | Not published |
| Operating since | 2018 | 2018 |
| Availability | 40 states (excludes 10) | 48 states (excludes 2) |
| Learn more | Learn more |
Rates and fees
On a $115,400 at 40.8% LTV loan, Figure is the cheaper borrow: an all-in effective APR of about 9.76% versus 15.9% at Nexo, a gap of roughly 6.14 points before fees. Nexo charges no origination fee; Figure adds 0.85% up front, which matters most on shorter terms.
Custody and counterparty risk
Figure holds collateral via lender-held (Fireblocks), while Nexo uses lender-held. Nexo rehypothecates pledged Bitcoin (re-lends it); Figure does not, which means less exposure if the lender runs into trouble.
Leverage, limits, and speed
Figure allows the higher maximum LTV (75% vs 50%), so you can borrow more per Bitcoin, at the cost of a thinner buffer before a margin call if the price falls. Minimums differ: $5,000 at Figure versus $50 at Nexo.
Track record and availability
On availability, Figure is not available in 10 states, while Nexo excludes 2.
Strengths and trade-offs
Figure
- Publicly traded (Nasdaq: FIGR, $7.6B IPO Sept 2025)
- Decentralized MPC custody; no rehypothecation
- No hard credit check
- Same-day approval available for eligible borrowers; approval is not guaranteed
- Borrow against BTC, ETH or SOL, from a $5,000 minimum
- 2% processing fee applies to any collateral sold in a margin call or liquidation
- Excluded from DC, ID, IL, KY, MD, MS, SD, TX, VT and VA. New York borrowers are served by a separate entity, Figure Markets Credit LLC
- Liquidation Protection is optional, costs an additional fee, and is available in only ten states; it does not stop a liquidation if the loan becomes delinquent
Nexo
- Relaunched in the US in February 2026 via Bakkt after a 2022 exit
- One of the largest crypto lending platforms globally; Nexo reports 7M+ clients across 200+ jurisdictions since 2018
- Rates from 1.9% to 15.9% APR depending on NEXO token holdings and LTV
- 50% LTV on BTC, $50 to $2M, up to $200M for Nexo Private clients, no origination or monthly fees
- Partial liquidation model: rather than closing your full position if collateral value drops, Nexo repays part of the credit line from a portion of the collateral, keeping the rest of your position intact
- The 1.9% floor rate applies at qualifying NEXO token tiers and LTV; borrowers without NEXO holdings should expect a rate closer to 15.9%
- Not available to residents of New York or Washington. Nexo confirmed on 2026-08-03 that those two states are restricted and the credit line is otherwise available
- Borrowing against crypto is generally treated differently than selling it for tax purposes, but tax treatment depends on your individual situation and jurisdiction. This is not tax advice, so confirm with a tax professional before relying on it
About each lender
Figure
Publicly traded on Nasdaq (FIGR; $7.6B IPO Sept 2025). Figure offers Crypto Backed Loans against BTC, ETH and SOL via decentralized MPC custody with Fireblocks and no rehypothecation. No prepayment penalty. 12-month interest-only term, maximum initial LTV 75%, liquidation at 90% LTV, minimum loan $5,000. No hard credit check. Loans are made by Figure Lending LLC (NMLS 1717824), and to New York residents through Figure Markets Credit LLC (NMLS 2559612). Figure also offers Democratized Prime, a separate yield product paying up to 8.35% as of 21 July 2026.
Nexo
Nexo offers crypto-backed credit lines, letting you borrow against Bitcoin and over 100 other digital assets without selling, which generally avoids realizing a capital gain. It relaunched in the US in February 2026 in partnership with Bakkt as a regulated entity. Rates run from 1.9% to 15.9% APR and depend on your Wealth Club tier: the higher your NEXO token share and the lower your loan-to-value, the closer you get to the 1.9% floor. A borrower holding no NEXO tokens sits at the 15.9% end.
Frequently asked
Is Figure or Nexo cheaper?
On a $115,400 at 40.8% LTV loan, Figure is cheaper, with an all-in effective APR of about 9.76% versus 15.9%. Nexo also charges no origination fee, while Figure adds 0.85% up front.
Which has lower custody risk, Figure or Nexo?
Figure uses lender-held and Nexo uses lender-held. Check the rehypothecation row above, as re-lending of collateral adds counterparty risk.
Can I borrow more with Figure or Nexo?
Figure allows the higher maximum LTV (75% versus 50%), so you can borrow more per Bitcoin pledged. The trade-off is a thinner buffer before a margin call if Bitcoin's price drops.
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