LTC vs BTC for Middleman Trades: Which Wins?
Why Litecoin is the default cryptocurrency for marketplace middleman trades — speed, fees, and Ligit's 0%-fee policy.
Litecoin (LTC)
Pros
- ~2.5 min block time
- Pennies in network fees
- 0% Ligit middleman fee
- Widely supported
Cons
- Less brand recognition than BTC
Bitcoin (BTC)
Pros
- Universal recognition
- Most secure network
Cons
- ~10 min block time
- Higher network fees ($1–10)
- Slower confirmations cost everyone time
The verdict
LTC for middleman trades — 4x faster confirmations, near-zero fees, and Ligit eats the cost so middleman is genuinely free.
See how it plays out in practice: browse the marketplace, learn about the automatic middleman, or read the safety guide.