Binance0.10% maker/taker (discounts with BNB)
- Published fee
- 0.10% maker/taker (discounts with BNB)
- Minimum deposit
- 10 $
- Spread figure
- Trading fee 0.10% maker/taker (spot, 0.075% with BNB discount)
Broker comparison
Binance vs.
Kraken
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonBinance
KrakenVS
Summary
Your goal decides
Kraken has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Binance (4.3/5). Binance offers 5 instrument types, while Kraken offers 3. Oversight: Binance: Various; Kraken: FinCEN. Binance: No. Kraken: No. Kraken has been in the market since 2011, making it the more experienced provider.
BinanceWorld's largest crypto exchange with comprehensive ecosystem
KrakenEstablished crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Binance | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Binance Web, Binance App, Binance Desktop | Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App |
| Product types | Crypto, Futures, Staking, Launchpad, NFTs | Crypto, Staking, Futures |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | 0.10% maker/taker (discounts with BNB) | 0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker |
| Minimum deposit | 10 $ | 10 $ |
| Regulation | Various | FinCEN |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Binance
Binance Web, Binance App, Binance Desktop
Kraken
Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App
Product types
Binance
Crypto, Futures, Staking, Launchpad, NFTs
Kraken
Crypto, Staking, Futures
Options trading
Binance
No
Kraken
No
Fee model
Binance
0.10% maker/taker (discounts with BNB)
Kraken
0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker
Minimum deposit
Binance
10 $
Kraken
10 $
Regulation
Binance
Various
Kraken
FinCEN
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
BinanceKraken0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker
- Published fee
- 0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker
- Minimum deposit
- 10 $
- Spread figure
- Trading fee 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker (Spot Pro)
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at Binance and Kraken, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | Binance | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| One BTC purchase of ≈ €1,000 | 1 USDTSpot regular taker 0.10% × ≈1,000 USDT (0.075% if paid in BNB) | €8Kraken Pro tier 1 taker 0.80% × €1,000 |
| Custody and account fee per year | €0No custody or account fee | €0No custody or account fee |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: binance.com · kraken.com
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
BinanceCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationKrakenCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
BinanceCryptoFuturesStakingLaunchpadNFTs
KrakenCryptoStakingFutures
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
BinanceBinance Web · Binance App · Binance Desktop
Binance offers a comprehensive web platform, desktop app, and mobile app with professional charting tools, order books, and a wide variety of order types. The platform integrates spot, futures, margin, and P2P trading in one interface. Binance Earn, Launchpad, and the NFT marketplace are directly accessible. The user interface can be overwhelming for beginners but offers a simplified mode for newcomers.
Explore platformKrakenKraken Web · Kraken Pro · Kraken App
Kraken offers three platform levels: the simple Kraken web interface for quick buys and sells, Kraken Pro with professional charting tools, order book, and advanced order types, and the Kraken App for mobile trading. Kraken Pro supports limit, market, stop-loss, and take-profit orders. The platform integrates staking, margin trading, and futures directly into the trading interface.
Explore platformBinance
Varies by country (local Binance entities); no MiCA-authorised entity
- Supervisor
- No EU supervisor, no MiCA licence
Kraken
Payward Global Solutions Ltd (Ireland)
- Supervisor
- Central Bank of Ireland (MiCA CASP)
Regulation does not protect against market losses. What counts is the entity you sign the contract with.
Your investor profile
Who might it suit?
BinanceFor traders who mainly want low fees and many trading pairs — without a MiCA licence.
- Largest liquidity worldwide
- Over 350 cryptocurrencies
- Low trading fees
- Regulatory uncertainties in multiple countries
- Platform can be overwhelming
KrakenFor investors in the EU who want a licensed exchange: Kraken is MiCA-authorised in Ireland. On the base tier trading costs more than at Binance.
- Over 200 cryptocurrencies
- Strong focus on security
- Margin and futures trading
- User interface less intuitive
- Fiat deposit fees depending on method
Find the broker that fits
Binance oder Kraken?
Side by side. Decided with knowledge.
See the differences that matter, and the Academy lessons that explain them.
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- Fees
- Platform
- Regulation
- Matching lessons
Two brokers. Many options. Your call.
Binance and Kraken do not earn the same way
The table shows what they cost. These lessons show how they earn, which is what the difference is made of.
Who is on the other side?
Whether your order leaves the building or stops at the desk
Open the lesson →Where the price comes from
How several bank quotes become one spread on your screen
Open the lesson →Reading the disclosures
Which entity you actually contract with, and what it committed to
Open the lesson →Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between Binance and Kraken?
Binance: 0.10% maker/taker (discounts with BNB). Kraken: 0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker. Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Binance or Kraken?
Binance offers Crypto, Futures, Staking, Launchpad, NFTs. Kraken offers Crypto, Staking, Futures.
How are Binance and Kraken regulated?
The broker profiles list Various for Binance and FinCEN for Kraken. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Binance or Kraken better for beginners?
Binance lists a 10 $ minimum deposit and offers Binance Web, Binance App, Binance Desktop. Kraken lists 10 $ and offers Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Binance vs Kraken: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Binance (4.3/5, 3500 reviews) and Kraken (4.4/5, 2200 reviews) depends on your needs. Binance: World's largest crypto exchange with comprehensive ecosystem. Kraken: Established crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading.
How do spreads compare between Binance and Kraken?
Binance offers typical spreads of Trading fee 0.10% maker/taker (spot, 0.075% with BNB discount). Kraken offers Trading fee 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker (Spot Pro). Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Your next step
Your next step
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