Cloud mining remains one of the most accessible ways to participate in Bitcoin mining. In 2025, two platforms often compared are 1BitUP and ECOS. Both position themselves as leaders in the market, but the difference comes down to ROI, fees, and flexibility.
Company Overview
1BitUP — A client-oriented cloud mining platform with active contracts ranging from 1 to 36 months. The platform stands out for no hidden fees, no withdrawal charges, and full access to gross mining revenue. Mobile apps are available for both iOS and Android.
ECOS — A cloud mining provider registered in Armenia. It offers mainly 60-month contracts, combined with service fees, withdrawal charges (0.0003 BTC), and a minimum withdrawal threshold of 0.001 BTC (~$110). These conditions can limit profitability and reduce flexibility for investors.
Calculations below are made for 12 months contracts, based and reward data from 1BITUP Calculator. Cloud Mining Calculator
ROI Scenarios
Scenario 1: BTC = $110,000
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1BitUP → Profit: +$23, ROI: 6.8%
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ECOS → Profit: +$3.8, ROI: 1.1%
➡️ 1BitUP delivers full revenue, while ECOS profits are almost nullified by service and withdrawal fees.
Scenario 2: BTC = $150,000
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1BitUP → Profit: +$153.1, ROI: 45.6%
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ECOS → Profit: +$133.9, ROI: 41.2%
➡️ Both grow with BTC price, but 1BitUP remains simpler and more transparent.
Scenario 3: BTC = $80,000
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1BitUP → Loss: −$75, ROI: −22.3% (funds intact, just wait for recovery).
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ECOS → 0%, because fees and thresholds wipe out profitability.
➡️ In a bearish scenario, 1BitUP investors can wait it out; ECOS investors face blocked funds and initial investment is wiped out..
Final Verdict
1BitUP proves to be more flexible and investor-friendly, with contract terms from 1–36 months, transparent structure, and no hidden costs.
ECOS, while established, locks investors into long 60-month contracts and introduces several limitations — service fees, withdrawal charges, and thresholds — that can erode real ROI.
For investors who value transparency, flexibility, and real profitability, 1BitUP is the clear choice in 2025.
