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Kraken iconKraken

4.4/5 

Kraken is one of the most established crypto exchanges, known for its strong security standards, regulatory compliance, and reliable trading infrastructure. The platform offers a wide range of crypto markets alongside expanding TradFi options, including real stocks, futures, and tokenized equities, giving users access to multiple asset classes in one place. With deep liquidity, strong fiat support, advanced trading tools, and a long operating history, Kraken remains a trusted choice for users who value stability, transparency, and professional-grade features.

Beginner Friendly
Features
Fees
Safety
Volume & Altcoins
Spot fees
Maker (minimum): 0.4%
Taker (maximum): 0.8%
Futures fees
Maker (minimum): 0.02%
Taker (maximum): 0.05%
Discounts & bonuses
No referral fee discount
VIP fee levels available
Welcome rewards: $100
Safety
Launch year: 2013
Users: 15 million
Has Proof of Reserves
Licenses
Licenses & registrations: 16
(United States, Canada, Argentina, Australia, Bermuda, Belgium, Cyprus (MiFID), France, Germany, Ireland (MiCA & VASP), Italy, Poland, Netherlands, Spain, United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates)
Altcoins
Spot trading pairs: 750
Futures trading pairs: 300
Trading volume
24h spot BTC: ₿ 11,419
Spot Top 15
Futures Top 15
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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
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CoinW iconCoinW

3.7/5 

CoinW is a globally accessible exchange focused on providing a broad trading experience with competitive fees, over 400 spot trading pairs, futures markets with up to 200x leverage, and a wide range of extra features. The platform stands out with tools like copy trading, trading bots, staking, GemW on-chain token access, and optional KYC that allows users to trade with fewer restrictions. While it lacks direct fiat support and some transparency features found on larger regulated exchanges, CoinW offers a strong combination of low costs, feature variety, and unrestricted access for active crypto traders.

Beginner Friendly
Features
Fees
Safety
Volume & Altcoins
Spot fees
Maker (minimum): 0.1%
Taker (maximum): 0.1%
Futures fees
Maker (minimum): 0.02%
Taker (maximum): 0.06%
Discounts & bonuses
Referral fee discount: 20%
VIP fee levels available
Welcome rewards: $2,000
Safety
Launch year: 2017
Users: 8 million
No Proof of Reserves
Licenses
Licenses & registrations: 4
(United States, Canada, Lithuania, St. Vincent and Grenadines)
Altcoins
Spot trading pairs: 450
Futures trading pairs: 250
Trading volume
24h spot BTC: ₿ 12,277
Spot Top 30
Futures Top 20