How Much Is a Galaxy Worth on TikTok?
The Galaxy is one of the most recognisable gifts on TikTok LIVE — a swirling animation that fills the screen and signals serious viewer support. But how much does a Galaxy actually cost in Canadian dollars, and how much of that money reaches the creator? This guide breaks down the Galaxy's coin cost, its real-world CAD value, TikTok's coin pricing in Canada, the diamonds-to-payout pipeline, and how the Galaxy compares to other popular gifts.
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What the Galaxy Gift Costs in Coins and CAD
The Galaxy gift costs 1,000 TikTok coins. At the current approximate coin rate of US$0.0105 per coin, that works out to roughly US$10.50. Convert to Canadian dollars at the prevailing ~1.37 USD/CAD exchange rate, and the Galaxy costs approximately CA$14.39 to send.
In practice, the exact CAD price a viewer pays depends on how they purchased their coins. TikTok sells coins in bundles — 65 coins for about CA$0.99, up to 16,500 coins for roughly CA$219.99 — and the per-coin cost drops slightly as the bundle size increases. Buying in larger bundles means each Galaxy costs a fraction less. Still, the CA$14–$15 range is a reliable ballpark for a single Galaxy gift in 2026.
To convert any TikTok gift to its exact CAD value based on its coin count, use our TikTok gift value calculator — select "Galaxy" from the dropdown or enter 1,000 coins manually.
How TikTok Coin Pricing Works in Canada
TikTok coins are the in-app currency viewers use to purchase gifts. Canadian users buy coins through the TikTok app using Apple Pay, Google Pay, or a linked credit/debit card. Prices are displayed in Canadian dollars and include applicable taxes.
The base rate is approximately US$0.0105 per coin (around CA$0.0144), but the effective rate shifts with bundle size:
- Small bundles (65–330 coins): highest per-coin cost, roughly CA$0.015 per coin.
- Medium bundles (660–3,303 coins): moderate discount, roughly CA$0.014 per coin.
- Large bundles (6,607–16,500 coins): lowest per-coin cost, roughly CA$0.013 per coin.
Apple and Google each take a 30% commission on in-app purchases, which is baked into TikTok's coin prices. This is why coins bought on desktop (where the app-store cut does not apply) are sometimes marginally cheaper. Canadian viewers looking to get the most value from their gifts should buy the largest bundle they are comfortable with and, when possible, purchase through the web rather than the mobile app.
Coin prices can shift when TikTok updates its pricing tiers or when the CAD/USD exchange rate moves significantly. The figures above reflect mid-2026 pricing. For a quick conversion of any coin amount to Canadian dollars, use our TikTok coins to CAD converter.
What the Creator Actually Receives (Diamonds to CAD Payout)
When a viewer sends a Galaxy gift, TikTok does not pass the full CA$14.39 to the creator. The platform takes a cut — roughly 50% — and converts the remainder into diamonds, TikTok's creator-side currency.
Here is how the payout pipeline works:
- Viewer sends 1,000 coins (the Galaxy gift) during a LIVE stream.
- TikTok converts coins to diamonds after deducting its platform fee. The creator receives approximately 500 diamonds (the exact ratio has historically hovered near 50%, though TikTok does not publish the formula publicly).
- Diamonds accumulate in the creator's account. Once the balance exceeds TikTok's minimum withdrawal threshold (typically around US$5–$10 equivalent), the creator can cash out.
- Payout is deposited to the creator's linked payment method — usually PayPal or a direct bank transfer — in Canadian dollars if the creator's account is set to CAD.
For a single Galaxy gift, the creator receives approximately CA$7.20 (about US$5.25) after TikTok's cut. That makes the Galaxy a meaningful gift — one Galaxy is worth more to the creator than roughly 7,000 individual Rose gifts (1 coin each).
Curious how the payout changes for different gifts? Our gift value calculator shows the creator's net share for any TikTok gift.
Popular TikTok Gifts Compared
The Galaxy sits in the mid-range of TikTok's gift hierarchy. Here is how it stacks up against other commonly sent gifts:
| Gift | Coins | Cost (CAD) | Creator receives (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose | 1 | ~CA$0.01 | ~CA$0.007 |
| Finger Heart | 5 | ~CA$0.07 | ~CA$0.04 |
| Hand Heart | 100 | ~CA$1.44 | ~CA$0.72 |
| Gift Box | 500 | ~CA$7.19 | ~CA$3.60 |
| Galaxy | 1,000 | ~CA$14.39 | ~CA$7.20 |
| Drama Queen | 5,000 | ~CA$71.93 | ~CA$35.96 |
| Lion | 29,999 | ~CA$431.39 | ~CA$215.69 |
| Universe | 34,999 | ~CA$503.28 | ~CA$251.64 |
All values are approximate, based on the ~US$0.0105-per-coin rate and a ~1.37 USD/CAD exchange rate. The creator's share assumes TikTok's standard ~50% platform fee. Use our TikTok gift value calculator to check the latest value for any gift.
The Galaxy is popular because it hits a sweet spot: it is expensive enough to make a visual impact (the full-screen animation) and to signal real support, but not so expensive that most viewers cannot afford it. For creators, receiving a Galaxy during a LIVE is a strong engagement signal — both financially and algorithmically, since high-gift streams tend to get pushed to more viewers.
Why the Galaxy Matters for Canadian Creators
LIVE gifting is one of the most direct monetisation paths on TikTok in Canada, especially for creators who have not yet hit the 10,000-follower threshold for the Creator Rewards Program. You only need 1,000 followers to go live, and gifts start flowing from the first stream. For a deeper look at what each follower milestone unlocks — including LIVE and Creator Rewards eligibility — see our guide to TikTok earnings in Canada.
The Galaxy, at CA$7.20 net to the creator, can add up quickly during an active stream. A creator who receives 10 Galaxy gifts in a single session earns roughly CA$72 — and that does not count the smaller gifts (Roses, Hearts, Gift Boxes) that typically accompany the bigger ones.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Galaxy on TikTok?
The Galaxy gift costs 1,000 TikTok coins, which is approximately US$10.50 or CA$14.39. It is one of the mid-tier gifts available during TikTok LIVE streams.
How much does a Galaxy gift cost in Canadian dollars?
At current coin rates (approximately US$0.0105 per coin, ~1.37 USD/CAD), the Galaxy gift costs about CA$14.39 to send. The creator who receives it keeps roughly half — around CA$7.20 — after TikTok's platform fee.
How much does the creator receive from a Galaxy gift?
TikTok takes roughly 50% of every gift's value. After the platform cut, the creator receives approximately CA$7.20 (about US$5.25) from a single Galaxy gift. Diamonds are credited to the creator's balance and can be withdrawn once the minimum payout threshold is reached.
Is the Galaxy the most expensive TikTok gift?
No. The Galaxy sits in the mid-range. More expensive gifts include TikTok Stars (3,000 coins), Drama Queen (5,000 coins), Interstellar (10,000 coins), Planet (15,000 coins), Lion (29,999 coins), and Universe (34,999 coins).
How many TikTok coins do you need for a Galaxy?
You need exactly 1,000 TikTok coins to send a Galaxy gift. Coins are purchased in-app through bundles, with prices varying slightly by region and platform (iOS vs. Android).