Crypto exchanges compared: fees, products and risks
Four large exchanges side by side. Figures last checked 18 October 2026; fees change often and differ by country, so confirm on the exchange.
How we rank. Providers are listed alphabetically, not by commission. We read fees from the providers' own price lists where we could and say so when a figure comes from a comparison site. Some links are partner links and are labelled as ads. How we make money.
| Exchange | Spot fee | Products | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Binance | 0.10% maker and taker, 0.075% when paying fees in BNB | Spot, margin, futures, staking, lending, P2P | Active traders who want the widest choice of coins and low fees. |
| Bybit | around 0.1% (indicative) | Spot, margin, futures, staking, P2P | Derivatives and futures traders. |
| Coinbase | higher, check the price list (indicative) | Spot, staking, advanced trading | Beginners who want a regulated exchange with a simple interface. |
| Kraken | 0.16% maker and 0.26% taker, tiered by volume (indicative) | Spot, margin, futures, staking | People who want a well-regulated exchange and staking. |
Binance
The world's largest crypto exchange by trading volume
Bybit
A popular exchange for futures trading
Coinbase
The best-known US exchange, built for beginners
Kraken
An established exchange with a strong reputation for security
How to choose an exchange
- Check that it serves your country and what payment methods work there.
- Compare the real cost of a trade: the spot fee, the spread, and the fee on the deposit method you will use. Instant-buy buttons usually cost more than the order book.
- Read the security and regulatory history, not only the marketing. Keep on an exchange only what you are prepared to see unavailable for a while.
- Consider self-custody for long-term holdings.
Crypto assets are highly volatile and you can lose everything you invest. Exchanges can be hacked or fail. This is information, not investment advice.