How Crypto Arbitrage Works

Crypto arbitrage is the practice of buying a cryptocurrency on one exchange where the price is lower and selling it on another exchange where the price is higher. The difference — called the "spread" — is your profit.

A Real-World Example

For example, if USDT is trading at 1,020 ARS on Binance and 1,045 ARS on a local exchange, you could buy on Binance and sell on the local exchange for a 2.4% spread. In practice, you need to account for trading fees (usually 0.1% per trade), withdrawal fees, and transfer time between exchanges.

How Cambialo's Arbitrage Scanner Works

Cambialo's arbitrage scanner does this comparison automatically across all tradeable exchanges, showing you real-time opportunities. It only compares exchanges where you can actually execute trades — not info-only data sources. Each opportunity shows estimated fees and net profit so you know if it's actually worth executing.

Risks to Consider

Arbitrage opportunities in crypto are real but fleeting. Prices can change in seconds, and large spreads often correct quickly. Always verify prices on the actual exchange before executing a trade. Transfer times between exchanges can eat into your profits if prices move against you.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Cryptocurrency trading involves significant risk.