Zcash (ZEC) to Ethereum Classic (ETC): Rate, Chart and Comparison

Live Zcash to Ethereum Classic rate, converter, price history, volatility and a side-by-side comparison of both coins. Ready to swap? Open the exchange form.

Rate updated: Oct 26, 2026, 16:28

Minimum: 0.39073 ZEC ≈ $479.07
Receiving network: Ethereum Classic
24h rate change: +1.31%

You send

ZEC

You get 162.2149

ETC

Go to exchange

Rate: 1 ZEC = 162.2149 ETC
Minimum: 0.39073 ZEC
Maximum: 8,160 ZEC

The amount you get is estimated at the current rate.

Right now Crystal-Trade gives 162.2149 ETC for 1 ZEC, and 1 ETC equals 0.00616466 ZEC. According to market data, the ZEC to ETC rate rose by 1.31% over the last 24 hours. Over the week it rose by 10.69%.

Over the last 7 days the rate moved between 145.6391 and 165.2643 ETC — a range of 13.48%. You can exchange from 0.39073 to 8,160 ZEC. That is roughly $479.07 or more.

By market cap, Zcash ranks #10 ($20.85 B) and Ethereum Classic ranks #70 ($1.19 B). The correlation of daily ZEC and ETC price changes over the last 90 days is 0.53 (moderate).

Why exchange ZEC to ETC

Access to the Ethereum Classic ecosystemEthereum Classic pays network fees on Ethereum Classic and gives access to its apps, tokens and DeFi.
DiversificationThe 90-day correlation of daily ZEC and ETC changes is 0.53 (moderate): the lower it is, the more the swap reduces your portfolio’s dependence on a single coin.

How much is 1 ZEC in ETC today

1 ZEC = 162.2149 ETC

1 ETC = 0.00616466 ZEC

How much ETC you get for ZEC

ZEC	ETC	≈ USD
0.5	81.1075	$613.04
1	162.2149	$1,226.08
2	324.4298	$2,452.16
10	1,622.15	$12,260.80
20	3,244.3	$24,521.60
50	8,110.75	$61,304.00

How much ZEC you need to get ETC

ETC	ZEC	≈ USD
100	0.616466	$755.84
200	1.2329	$1,511.67
500	3.0823	$3,779.18
2,000	12.3293	$15,116.74
5,000	30.8233	$37,791.84
10,000	61.6466	$75,583.68

ZEC to ETC rate chart

7 days30 days90 days1 year

high 165.2643 ETClow 145.6391 ETC

Oct 19, 2026, 16:33Oct 26, 2026, 16:33

high 175.2701 ETClow 143.7387 ETC

Sep 26, 2026, 03:00Oct 26, 2026, 03:00

high 195.3319 ETClow 68.9821 ETC

Jul 28, 2026, 03:00Oct 26, 2026, 03:00

high 195.3319 ETClow 19.6813 ETC

Oct 27, 2025, 03:00Oct 26, 2026, 03:00

24 hours: +1.31%
7 days: +10.69%
7-day high: 165.2643 ETC
7-day low: 145.6391 ETC
Range: 13.48%

CoinGecko market data as of Oct 26, 2026, 16:10. The exchange rate may differ from the market rate. How we calculate the data

ZEC/ETC volatility and changes

Period	High	Low	Average	Change
24 hours	163.5414	160.2644	161.5033	+1.31%
7 days	165.2643	145.6391	156.5134	+10.69%
30 days	175.2701	143.7387	153.1699	−1.32%
90 days	195.3319	68.9821	126.6819	+130.47%

Values are in ETC per 1 unit of the currency you send, based on market data.

ZEC to ETC rate over the last 7 days

Date	Daily close	Daily change
Oct 26, 2026	161.6759 ETC	+2.77%
Oct 25, 2026	157.3212 ETC	+3.32%
Oct 24, 2026	152.2646 ETC	−3.68%
Oct 23, 2026	158.0758 ETC	−2.89%
Oct 22, 2026	162.7729 ETC	+2.88%
Oct 21, 2026	158.2092 ETC	+6.91%
Oct 20, 2026	147.9848 ETC	+1.51%

Crystal-Trade rate ZEC → ETC by day

Date	Crystal-Trade rate	Market rate
Oct 26, 2026	163.4324 ETC	164.404
Oct 25, 2026	162.644 ETC	162.1747
Oct 24, 2026	157.8901 ETC	157.2206
Oct 23, 2026	153.2296 ETC	152.8939
Oct 22, 2026	157.2174 ETC	157.5462
Oct 21, 2026	165.2017 ETC	165.947
Oct 20, 2026	159.3936 ETC	159.9698
Oct 19, 2026	148.1187 ETC	148.419
Oct 18, 2026	144.9189 ETC	144.8435
Oct 17, 2026	144.9229 ETC	144.2581
Oct 16, 2026	144.3528 ETC	143.7793
Oct 15, 2026	153.2342 ETC	153.868
Oct 14, 2026	143.4066 ETC	142.1228
Oct 13, 2026	150.4413 ETC	150.7623

The Crystal-Trade rate is recorded every hour; the table shows the last value of each day. The market rate is the ratio of the two coins' prices on CoinGecko at the same time. How we calculate the data

ZEC and ETC market data

Zcash ZEC

Price: $1,226.08
24h change: +1.26%
7d change: +8.8%
Market cap: $20.85 B
24h volume: $719.12 M
Market cap rank: #10
Circulating supply: 17 M ZEC
All-time high: $3,191.93

Ethereum Classic ETC

Price: $7.52
24h change: −0.05%
7d change: −2.13%
Market cap: $1.19 B
24h volume: $41.88 M
Market cap rank: #70
Circulating supply: 158.82 M ETC
All-time high: $167.09

CoinGecko data as of Oct 26, 2026, 16:10.

Zcash vs Ethereum Classic

	Zcash (ZEC)	Ethereum Classic (ETC)
Ticker	ZEC	ETC
Type	native blockchain coin	native blockchain coin
Launched	2016	2015
Created by	Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn	—
Consensus	Proof of Work (Equihash)	Proof of Work (Etchash)
Block time	~1.3 min	—
Max supply	21 M ZEC	—
Transaction privacy	optional	public transactions
Circulating supply	17 M ZEC	158.82 M ETC
Market cap	$20.85 B	$1.19 B
Market cap rank	#10	#70

90-day correlation of daily ZEC and ETC price changes: 0.53 — moderate.

What to know about Zcash and Ethereum Classic

Zcash (ZEC)

Zcash (ZEC) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2016 by the team led by Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn. It was the first widely used coin to apply zero-knowledge proofs, allowing transactions that are verified without revealing their details.

Sending and receiving ZEC

Transparent addresses start with t1, while unified and shielded addresses start with u1 or zs. Many exchanges accept only transparent addresses, so check which type the recipient supports before sending.

Ethereum Classic (ETC)

Ethereum Classic (ETC) is the original Ethereum chain that continued unchanged after the 2016 split, when most of the community moved to a new chain to reverse the DAO hack.

Where to store Ethereum Classic

ETC is supported by major multi-currency and hardware wallets.

How to exchange Zcash to Ethereum Classic

Enter the ZEC amount in the calculator (minimum 0.39073 ZEC) and click “Go to exchange”.
Enter your ETC wallet address on the Ethereum Classic network and your contact details.
Send exactly the specified amount of ZEC on the Zcash network to the details shown in the order.
Once the transfer is confirmed, Ethereum Classic is sent to your address. You can track the order on its status page.

Exchange ZEC to ETC

What to check before exchanging ZEC to ETC

The recipient address must be on the Ethereum Classic network: funds sent on another network may be lost.
The amount sent must be at least 0.39073 ZEC.
Copy the whole address and check the first and last characters after pasting.
Funds go through an AML check; high-risk transfers may be held until the check is complete.

ZEC to ETC exchange FAQ

How much is 1 ZEC in ETC today?

As of Oct 26, 2026, 16:28, the exchange rate is 1 ZEC = 162.2149 ETC. It updates automatically; the calculator always shows the latest value. At market prices that is about $1,219.86.

What are the minimum and maximum amounts for ZEC to ETC?

The minimum is 0.39073 ZEC and the maximum is 8,160 ZEC. The minimum is roughly $479.07.

Why is there a minimum amount for ZEC to ETC?

The minimum (0.39073 ZEC) keeps network fees and order processing from eating a noticeable share of the exchange. Double-check the amount before sending.

Are there extra fees when exchanging ZEC to ETC?

The amount you get is calculated at the exchange rate shown in the calculator. The network fee for sending ZEC is paid by the sender and depends on the wallet and network load.

How long does a ZEC to ETC exchange take?

The order is processed once the ZEC transfer gets the required number of confirmations on the Zcash network. Timing depends on network load. A new block on Zcash arrives roughly every 1.3 min.

Which network will I receive ETC on?

Ethereum Classic is sent on the Ethereum Classic network. Provide a ETC wallet address.

What happens if the rate changes during the exchange?

The final amount is set in the order when it is created. If the payment arrives after the order expires or in a different amount, it may be recalculated at the current rate, so send the exact amount without delay.

How has the ZEC to ETC rate changed over the last month?

Over 30 days the rate fell by 1.32%: low 143.7387, high 175.2701, average 153.1699 ETC per 1 ZEC.

Can a ZEC to ETC exchange be traced?

Transfers on public blockchains are visible in block explorers. Privacy coins hide transaction details: Monero does it by default, Zcash and Dash optionally.

Do I need to register to exchange ZEC to ETC?

No, you only need to enter the receiving details and contact information in the order.

Can I exchange ETC back to ZEC?

There is no ETC → ZEC direction right now. See other ETC pairs below.