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CEX.IO iconCEX.IO

4.6/5 

CEX.IO is a long-running cryptocurrency exchange with easy fiat access and a simple and reliable trading experience. The platform supports a wide range of direct payment methods, making it convenient for users who want to buy and sell crypto without third-party gateways or P2P markets. With spot and margin trading, staking, a crypto debit card, strong regulatory focus, and a beginner-friendly interface, CEX.IO offers a balanced experience for everyday crypto users. While it may not have the lowest fees or the most advanced trading tools, its focus on compliance and ease of use makes it a great option for users who want basic investing tools at low cost and with high safety.

Beginner Friendly
Features
Fees
Safety
Volume & Altcoins
Spot fees
Maker (minimum): 0.15%
Taker (maximum): 0.25%
Futures fees
No futures market
Discounts & bonuses
No referral fee discount
VIP fee levels available
Welcome rewards: $200
Safety
Launch year: 2013
Users: 15 million
No Proof of Reserves
Licenses
Licenses & registrations: 3
(United States (36 money transmitter licenses in 30+ states), Lithuania, Spain)
Altcoins
Spot trading pairs: 300
No futures market
Trading volume
24h spot BTC: ₿ 647
Spot Top 100
No futures market
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CoinEx iconCoinEx

4.4/5 

CoinEx provides a simple user experience with a broad selection of trading and earning features. It offers hundreds of cryptocurrencies, spot and futures markets, staking, savings products, trading bots, copy trading, and Web3 wallet support, making it suitable for both casual and experienced users. The platform’s optional KYC model, competitive futures fees, accessible VIP system, and strong security measures are some of its biggest advantages. While fiat support is limited, CoinEx remains a flexible choice for users who value privacy, altcoin variety, and a feature-rich trading environment.

Beginner Friendly
Features
Fees
Safety
Volume & Altcoins
Spot fees
Maker (minimum): 0.2%
Taker (maximum): 0.2%
Futures fees
Maker (minimum): 0.03%
Taker (maximum): 0.05%
Discounts & bonuses
Referral fee discount: 10%
VIP fee levels available
Welcome rewards: $100
Safety
Launch year: 2017
Users: 10 million
Insurance fund: 33 million USD
Has Proof of Reserves
Licenses
Licenses & registrations: None
Altcoins
Spot trading pairs: 900
Futures trading pairs: 100
Trading volume
24h spot BTC: ₿ 454
Spot Top 35
Futures Top 30
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PrimeXBT iconPrimeXBT

4.1/5 

PrimeXBT is a derivatives-focused trading platform that combines crypto futures and CFDs with a broad selection of traditional markets, including forex, commodities, indices, and stocks. It stands out for its competitive futures fees, clean trading interface, optional KYC, and good support for local fiat payment methods across multiple regions. While the exchange does not offer spot trading, staking, or passive investment products, it provides a streamlined experience for experienced traders looking for leveraged exposure across crypto and traditional assets.

Beginner Friendly
Features
Fees
Safety
Volume & Altcoins
Spot fees
No spot market
Futures fees
Maker (minimum): 0.01%
Taker (maximum): 0.045%
Discounts & bonuses
No referral fee discount
VIP fee levels available
Welcome rewards: $3,410
Safety
Launch year: 2018
Users: 1 million
No Proof of Reserves
Licenses
Licenses & registrations: 4
(Seychelles, South Africa, El Salvador, Mauritius)
Altcoins
No spot market
Futures trading pairs: 150
Trading volume
No spot market
Futures Top 100