Bitvavo0.03% – 0.25% trading fee
- Published fee
- 0.03% – 0.25% trading fee
- Minimum deposit
- 1 €
- Spread figure
- Trading fee 0.15% maker / 0.25% taker (spot)
Broker comparison
Bitvavo vs.
Coinbase
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonBitvavo
CoinbaseVS
Summary
Your goal decides
Bitvavo has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to Coinbase (4.1/5). Coinbase offers 3 instrument types, while Bitvavo offers 1. The minimum deposit is lower at Bitvavo with 1 €. Oversight: Bitvavo: DNB Netherlands; Coinbase: BaFin/FinCEN. Bitvavo: No. Coinbase: No.
BitvavoDutch crypto exchange with low fees and easy-to-use interface
CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | Bitvavo | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Bitvavo Web, Bitvavo App | Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced |
| Product types | Crypto | Crypto, Staking, NFTs |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | 0.03% – 0.25% trading fee | 0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple) |
| Minimum deposit | 1 € | 2 $ |
| Regulation | DNB Netherlands | BaFin/FinCEN |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
Bitvavo
Bitvavo Web, Bitvavo App
Coinbase
Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced
Product types
Bitvavo
Crypto
Coinbase
Crypto, Staking, NFTs
Options trading
Bitvavo
No
Coinbase
No
Fee model
Bitvavo
0.03% – 0.25% trading fee
Coinbase
0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple)
Minimum deposit
Bitvavo
1 €
Coinbase
2 $
Regulation
Bitvavo
DNB Netherlands
Coinbase
BaFin/FinCEN
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
BitvavoCoinbase0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple)
- Published fee
- 0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple)
- Minimum deposit
- 2 $
- Spread figure
- Coinbase Advanced 0.40% maker / 0.60% taker (spot); approx. 0.5% spread on simple buy
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at Bitvavo and Coinbase, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | Bitvavo | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| One BTC purchase of ≈ €1,000 | €2.50Taker 0.25% (€0+ tier, EUR markets) × €1,000 | —Not verifiable: Advanced fee tiers shown only after login; help page lists no rates |
| Custody and account fee per year | €0No custody or account fee on the fee page; SEPA deposit free | €0No custody or account fee |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: bitvavo.com · help.coinbase.com · help.coinbase.com
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
BitvavoCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationCoinbaseCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
BitvavoCrypto
CoinbaseCryptoStakingNFTs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
BitvavoBitvavo Web · Bitvavo App
Bitvavo offers a clear web platform and mobile app designed for simplicity and fast transactions. The platform provides real-time quotes, basic charting features, various order types (market, limit, stop-limit), and a portfolio overview. The staking feature is directly integrated into the platform. The user interface is particularly optimized for beginners but also offers experienced traders the necessary functionality.
Explore platformCoinbaseCoinbase Web · Coinbase App · Coinbase Advanced
Coinbase offers two platform levels: the simple Coinbase app and website enable straightforward crypto purchases with just a few clicks. Coinbase Advanced provides a professional trading view with order books, charting tools, and advanced order types at lower fees. The mobile app is particularly intuitively designed and integrates Coinbase Earn, portfolio tracking, and price alerts in one interface.
Explore platformBitvavo
Bitvavo B.V. (Netherlands)
- Supervisor
- AFM (MiCAR CASP licence)
Coinbase
Coinbase Luxembourg S.A.
- Supervisor
- CSSF Luxembourg (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?
BitvavoDutch crypto exchange with low fees and easy-to-use interface
- Very low trading fees
- DNB-regulated in the Netherlands
- Over 200 cryptocurrencies
- Crypto trading only
- Limited advanced order types
CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
- Publicly traded company (NASDAQ)
- BaFin license for Germany
- Very user-friendly
- High fees in simple mode
- Limited advanced trading features
Find the broker that fits
Bitvavo oder Coinbase?
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.
Bitvavo and Coinbase 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 Bitvavo and Coinbase?
Bitvavo: 0.03% – 0.25% trading fee. Coinbase: 0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Bitvavo or Coinbase?
Bitvavo offers Crypto. Coinbase offers Crypto, Staking, NFTs.
How are Bitvavo and Coinbase regulated?
The broker profiles list DNB Netherlands for Bitvavo and BaFin/FinCEN for Coinbase. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Bitvavo or Coinbase better for beginners?
Bitvavo lists a 1 € minimum deposit and offers Bitvavo Web, Bitvavo App. Coinbase lists 2 $ and offers Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Bitvavo vs Coinbase: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Bitvavo (4.2/5, 1200 reviews) and Coinbase (4.1/5, 2500 reviews) depends on your needs. Bitvavo: Dutch crypto exchange with low fees and easy-to-use interface. Coinbase: Publicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface.
How do spreads compare between Bitvavo and Coinbase?
Bitvavo offers typical spreads of Trading fee 0.15% maker / 0.25% taker (spot). Coinbase offers Coinbase Advanced 0.40% maker / 0.60% taker (spot); approx. 0.5% spread on simple buy. Tighter spreads reduce trading costs especially for active trading.
Your next step
Your next step
BitvavoDutch crypto exchange with low fees and easy-to-use interface
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Before you pick a broker
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