Binance review: fees, products and risks
The world's largest crypto exchange by trading volume. Facts checked 18 October 2026.
Best for
Active traders who want the widest choice of coins and low fees.
Watch out for
More complex for beginners, and the regulatory history is worth reading before you deposit.
Fees and facts
- Spot trading fee
- 0.10% maker and taker, 0.075% when paying fees in BNB
- About the fee
- From Binance's official fee schedule for regular users.
- Payments
- Cards, SEPA and P2P; available fiat methods depend on your country
- Products
- Spot, margin, futures, staking, lending, P2P
- Regulation
- Licensed or registered in several jurisdictions; availability depends on where you live
Security and regulatory history
In 2023 Binance pleaded guilty to US anti-money-laundering and sanctions charges and agreed to a settlement of about $4.3 billion. The company has also had security incidents in the past.
Pros
- Among the lowest spot fees
- Largest choice of coins
- Deep liquidity
- Comprehensive trading tools
Cons
- Complex for beginners
- Troubled history with regulators
- Fiat deposit and withdrawal costs vary by method
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