Market and limit-stop orders: which to choose when trading crypto?

Have you ever been confused about the difference between a market stop order and a stop-limit order? Here’s the gist:

Market stop order — it’s like a “hot button.” As soon as the asset drops to your target price, the order is executed instantly at the best available market price. Pro: guaranteed execution. Con: you might get a worse price due to slippage, especially in volatile markets.

Stop-limit order — this is a more controlled approach. First, it waits for the stop price, then turns into a limit order. It will only execute if the market reaches your limit price. Pro: precise price. Con: it might not execute at all if the market doesn’t go your way.

When to choose which?

• Market stop → when you need guaranteed execution (stop losses)
• Stop-limit → when you’re picky about the price (especially on low-liquidity pairs)

Tip: analyze support/resistance levels, check volatility. On crypto markets, everything moves fast — the right order strategy can save you money.