CAN WE COMPARE BITCOIN AND CRYPTO

[Cryptomultiplier]

You are making things complicated. Crypto is a general term while bitcoin is that type of crypto. Yes, there are different kind of crypto, but others just have different use cases, but Bitcoin can do it all too, it's not designed but we can if we want to. IMO, there's no limitation to what bitcoin can do so I think you're just comparing BTC to its DNA where in fact, that idea was just a seed of BTC so it doesn't make sense to compare to each other. We can compare yes but there's no point, why? those came from the OG, the comparison is only valid if it did not come from the OG and it's a unique idea in the same category.

Irrespective of what others have been saying, I value the varying opinions and can say that crypto includes Eth, Sol, and the others that can handle smart contracts, NFTs and DeFi.  Crypto is more of utility based platforms as compared to Bitcoin. The future of decentralized Internet, finance, gaming rests with Crypto.

Bitcoin is however, digital gold of which acts as a reserve asset incase you fancy having a digital savings account and that ranks with stocks and bonds in 2026 on a balance sheet.
Only 21million Bitcoin will be mined as programmed from launch, hence why major investors and institutions like Blackrock, are striving to hold much more of it.
No government can print anymore than the intended 21million limit of Bitcoin, nor has control over it because it is on a Blockchain.

[lionheart78]

You are making things complicated. Crypto is a general term while bitcoin is that type of crypto. Yes, there are different kind of crypto, but others just have different use cases, but Bitcoin can do it all too, it's not designed but we can if we want to.

Bitcoin, at its current code setup, cannot do all the features the whole cryptocurrency have.  If we look at the current specifics of all created cryptocurrencies, we can see which feature Bitcoin won't be able to do.  One major example is being a privacy coin like monero.  Bitcoin is created to be pseudo anonymous, and it needs to have a hardfork if Bitcoin is to be madea privacy coins.

IMO, there's no limitation to what bitcoin can do so I think you're just comparing BTC to its DNA where in fact, that idea was just a seed of BTC so it doesn't make sense to compare to each other. We can compare yes but there's no point, why? those came from the OG, the comparison is only valid if it did not come from the OG and it's a unique idea in the same category.

I highly agree, since Bitcoin is a code, any developer can modify that code to enable it to do anything, but the main concern here is whether the concensus will approve the changes.  About the comparison, I think it can be compared.  Father and son are always compared.  Since the son, although he comes from a fathermay have a different traits that may come from the mother or develop as the son grows up.  In short, whenever there are two entity, it us unevitable to have them compared.

[Cleanslate_]

They are all cryptocurrency but what differentiate Bitcoin from other cryptocurrencies is it's volatility, store of value, high decentralization and security, censorship, prof-of-work and most especially having a fixed market supply cap of 21 million which is limited and scares that makes it more unique from others

[Female King]

The subject is complicated because bitcoin and crypto is thesame thing, crypto is a general name given which includes shitcoins in it and also bitcoin so the subject question could have been can we compare bitcoin and altcoins or shitcoins? Well bitcoin can't be compare with any other coin as long as the crypto space is in a existence bitcoin is above all it's not like other bump and dump coin in the cryptocurrency market.

[Razmirraz]

Yes we can compare Bitcoin and crypto, but it helps to be clear about what that means Bitcoin vs crypto
Bitcoin is a single cryptocurrency the first and most well known one crypto, A broad tearm that includes Bitcoin plus thousands of other coins like Ethereum, Solana, BNB, etc.

Simply put, Bitcoin is a single cryptocurrency, while crypto is a simpler term that can be easily understood by the general public which includes Bitcoin and thousands of other coins. The reason for the difference of opinion between Bitcoin and Crypto is because some people see Bitcoin as a unique asset that is different from other cryptos such as Altcoin and Shitcoin, while others define crypto universally, including all things related to cryptography, including Bitcoin.
In my opinion, the reason for the difference of opinion between the two is because they consider Bitcoin to have clearer value and purpose, while altcoins are more speculative and vulnerable to manipulation. The design and technology of both are also very different, Bitcoin is simpler and proven, while others often have more complex designs and technology and most of them are unproven.

[Ayers]

You are making things complicated. Crypto is a general term while bitcoin is that type of crypto. Yes, there are different kind of crypto, but others just have different use cases, but Bitcoin can do it all too, it's not designed but we can if we want to. IMO, there's no limitation to what bitcoin can do so I think you're just comparing BTC to its DNA where in fact, that idea was just a seed of BTC so it doesn't make sense to compare to each other. We can compare yes but there's no point, why? those came from the OG, the comparison is only valid if it did not come from the OG and it's a unique idea in the same category.

It can be confidently stated that Bitcoin is the best currency, and the best and safest investment in the cryptocurrency industry. However, Bitcoin is not flexible enough to do everything that altcoins can do, and Bitcoin also has limitations. Let's be realistic.

Bitcoin cannot execute smart contracts like ETH or Solana. It also cannot process transactions as fast or cheaply as XRP or Solana. Bitcoin transactions are public and transparent, while XMR, ZEC or Dash can hide addresses and transaction history, which significantly enhances privacy.

Bitcoin is the king of the industry, but each coin has different application, use cases and problem solving possibilities.

[Taskford]

You will make everything so complicated especially that there are scam crypto's using Bitcoin's fame to attract newbie investors.

We have seen lots of shitcoins out there declare their token as the next Bitcoin. That's why its not good to compare or even name Bitcoin as crypto, so we can avoid confusion and people will go straight on Bitcoin.

Some may debate that Bitcoin is a cryptocurrency and won't argue with them since somehow they are right with this, but Bitcoin is unique and its far to move the same with those shitcoins listed on the market.

[Bwyz1]

Bitcoin is the first cryptocurrency that is related to cryptography. After Bitcoin, we have seen many cryptocurrencies, some of which are decentralized, some centralized and some involved in scams.
You may hear that some people don't agree that Bitcoin is crypto, like instead of crypto, they just say Bitcoin, or some will not acknowledge Bitcoin as crypto, like Bitcoin is only Bitcoin. Since you are in a Bitcoin forum, don't be surprised to encounter people like this.

[coinlary]

Bitcoin is actually a cryptocurrency, but ever since the word cryptocurrency started to be used for scamming, it's much better to separate the word Bitcoin from cryptocurrency. We all still know it's a cryptocurrency, but we don't call it cryptocurrency unless you're trying to use it in a particular discussion.
You yourself should know better what the crypto space dominated (in quatity) by altcoins and shitcoins is saying these days.

[ThemePen]

Difference between Bitcoin and crypto is main thing to any buyer, as it separates between Digital Gold and rest of the world, which is useful tech. You correctly pointed out that while Bitcoin is very safe, boss less item with set amount of 21 million, most other cryptos are technology new businesses on fast growth and smart agreements. This is more appealing in long term as Bitcoin is better way to keep value, while altcoins are more dangerous and make more money with extra things such as gaming or DeFi. Secial spot of Bitcoin can be further shown by fact that it is even trusted and used by big groups as legal money in some countries or it is altcoins which tend to depend more on market ways. I will agree here that Bitcoin is crypto and not all crypto is Bitcoin it is separating between tsafe keeping of riches and test technology.

[hero_the_bossman]

Bitcoin is actually a cryptocurrency, but ever since the word cryptocurrency started to be used for scamming, it's much better to separate the word Bitcoin from cryptocurrency. We all still know it's a cryptocurrency, but we don't call it cryptocurrency unless you're trying to use it in a particular discussion.
You yourself should know better what the crypto space dominated (in quatity) by altcoins and shitcoins is saying these days.

Depends on the context of the convo.. But I do not put so much emphasis on it  too.

Call Bitcoin what you want, it's still Bitcoin.

[Chibit01]

Bitcoin is actually a cryptocurrency, but ever since the word cryptocurrency started to be used for scamming, it's much better to separate the word Bitcoin from cryptocurrency. We all still know it's a cryptocurrency, but we don't call it cryptocurrency unless you're trying to use it in a particular discussion.
You yourself should know better what the crypto space dominated (in quatity) by altcoins and shitcoins is saying these days.

Since fiat have been used all this while for money laundering and all criminals activities have it been changed to another thing, and if you are to make the separation that way don’t you think bitcoin have been one of their favorite used coin by this scammers because they can decide to convert it to something else, people just like to keep Bitcoin aside from altcoins but there is really no perfect way for that all of them are crypto currency it’s not something we will start debating about but Bitcoin is on different level from those controlled centralized altcoins.

[Johnlomape]

Bitcoin is actually a cryptocurrency, but ever since the word cryptocurrency started to be used for scamming, it's much better to separate the word Bitcoin from cryptocurrency. We all still know it's a cryptocurrency, but we don't call it cryptocurrency unless you're trying to use it in a particular discussion.
You yourself should know better what the crypto space dominated (in quatity) by altcoins and shitcoins is saying these days.

Since fiat have been used all this while for money laundering and all criminals activities have it been changed to another thing, and if you are to make the separation that way don’t you think bitcoin have been one of their favorite used coin by this scammers because they can decide to convert it to something else, people just like to keep Bitcoin aside from altcoins but there is really no perfect way for that all of them are crypto currency it’s not something we will start debating about but Bitcoin is on different level from those controlled centralized altcoins.

There is freedom in using Bitcoin and the government can not come and take away your Bitcoin from your wallet because it does not have a centre control like we have with fiat currencies where the government can freeze your coins and you will have nothing to do than to go to court and hire lawyer that will fight your case for you.
The reason why scammers are switching to Bitcoin for their scam businesses than any other cryptocurrency is because they have nothing to be afraid and the government can not access their funds in their wallet unless it is hacked through careless management.

[Silikiem]

Bitcoin is actually a cryptocurrency, but ever since the word cryptocurrency started to be used for scamming, it's much better to separate the word Bitcoin from cryptocurrency. We all still know it's a cryptocurrency, but we don't call it cryptocurrency unless you're trying to use it in a particular discussion.
You yourself should know better what the crypto space dominated (in quatity) by altcoins and shitcoins is saying these days.

Truth be told, all coins belong to a family called cryptocurrency, and bitcoin is included among this coins. But among these coins, bitcoin have really distinguished itself in terms of it’s growth, consistency and stability and also it’s potential value. Lots of crypto are seen as shitcoins which never performs well, they have been pump and dump coins and looks to have mislead investors into investing in it without anything to show for it even when held for years. But bitcoin have proved itself to be the most valuable asset and In order not to associate it with all these other cryptocurrencies that are shitcoins investors like to be specific and call it bitcoin straight up and not crypto.

[dzungmobile]

I totally agree with you. Bitcoin really stands apart from all the other coins out there - it’s the original, the most secure, and it doesn’t need fancy branding or marketing slogans to prove its value. All those rival coins have come and gone, but Bitcoin keeps doing its thing steadily. Calling it “digital gold” might sound cool, but honestly, just calling it Bitcoin is enough - that name already means something. Still, to be fair, I’ve got to give some credit to those Bitcoin forks - they actually helped me make some profit, and I’m grateful for that!

Bitcoin is the best and strongest cryptocurrency and it does not need to claim that, shill that with any marketing propaganda. It's a truly decentralized project and there is no centralized entity to think of, make decision of running any marketing program for Bitcoin. The community can do their own different favorite things that all contribute to make Bitcoin adoption growing more but in most natural ways.

Bitcoin did not need any crowfunding while a second biggest cryptocurrency Ethereum needed it in its earliest development days. Many years later, Bitcoin is still decentralized while Ethereum is centralized since its start and has become more centralized after migrating from PoW to PoS.

[TheUltraElite]

We may try to make some comparison just for clarity purpose, because till this time, many have not been fully aware of the difference between bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies often referred to as altcoins.

Actually the people who have been using bitcoin for long understand the difference between altcoins and bitcoin but new users are often attracted to altcoins more than bitcoin. The people who have understood that bitcoin does not have a central authority to control it while many altcoins are centralized will always try to avoid altcoins no matter what short term gains they offer.

Bitcoin is also censorship resistant, people cannot stop the use of bitcoin by imposing a ban. The network will still run unless some internet shutdown occurs or electricity is cut off.

[Awaklara]

Actually the people who have been using bitcoin for long understand the difference between altcoins and bitcoin but new users are often attracted to altcoins more than bitcoin.

Currently, people who are new to crypto, including Bitcoin, are doing so through exchanges. These platforms show many assets that can be traded and invested in as options. Without knowing the basic information about the coins they are going to buy, their overall interest in crypto is focused on the exchange, not on any specific coin. That is what makes their interest in altcoins higher than in Bitcoin.

[hd49728]

Actually the people who have been using bitcoin for long understand the difference between altcoins and bitcoin but new users are often attracted to altcoins more than bitcoin. The people who have understood that bitcoin does not have a central authority to control it while many altcoins are centralized will always try to avoid altcoins no matter what short term gains they offer.

Bitcoin is also censorship resistant, people cannot stop the use of bitcoin by imposing a ban. The network will still run unless some internet shutdown occurs or electricity is cut off.

Before learning anything about Bitcoin and altcoins, people can simply look at Cryptocurrency market data snapshot in past years and see how Bitcoin has been strong by staying there for years while most altcoins lost their top ranks, disappeared, died or scammed exit.

This fact is already enough to tell them about high dangerous risk of altcoins, even including top altcoins.

They can stop right there and focus on Bitcoin only or they can do more research about altcoins, just to know more and feel more fearful with altcoins.

Currently, people who are new to crypto, including Bitcoin, are doing so through exchanges. These platforms show many assets that can be traded and invested in as options. Without knowing the basic information about the coins they are going to buy, their overall interest in crypto is focused on the exchange, not on any specific coin. That is what makes their interest in altcoins higher than in Bitcoin.

Bitcoin is an asset as it is valuable and strong while altcoins are mostly not assets. They are more accurately to see as liabilities because they're shitcoins and have low or zero value.

Focusing on Bitcoin for investment, even trading is good while focusing on altcoins is bad because with either investment or trading with them, you will have very higher chance of losing money, even most or all your money.

[Callido]

Since fiat have been used all this while for money laundering and all criminals activities have it been changed to another thing, and if you are to make the separation that way don’t you think bitcoin have been one of their favorite used coin by this scammers because they can decide to convert it to something else, people just like to keep Bitcoin aside from altcoins but there is really no perfect way for that all of them are crypto currency it’s not something we will start debating about but Bitcoin is on different level from those controlled centralized altcoins.

Bitcoin is not a privacy coin, with the popular use of centralized exchanges to trade, one can easily trace who is behind most transactions. Once the money leaves the wallet balance and is moved to a CEX, the identity behind that wallet can be known if real actions are taken, in a case of big money laundering.

Any other cryptocurrency can be used for money laundering as well, not just Bitcoin, what about Monero.

[Awaklara]

Bitcoin is an asset as it is valuable and strong while altcoins are mostly not assets. They are more accurately to see as liabilities because they're shitcoins and have low or zero value.

Focusing on Bitcoin for investment, even trading is good while focusing on altcoins is bad because with either investment or trading with them, you will have very higher chance of losing money, even most or all your money.

That's true, but most beginner mistakes come from not knowing that. They see how the exchange shows altcoins with high increases, as well as those who join channels and groups recommending coins to buy or trade. Without that kind of knowledge, what they do is follow advice to buy unknown altcoins. Of course, the chances of losing money are also high, and their way of thinking will start to change as they experience more losses.