Broker comparison
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Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
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Coinbase
Crypto.comSummary
Coinbase has a higher rating of 4.1/5 compared to Crypto.com (4/5). Crypto.com offers 6 instrument types, while Coinbase offers 3. The minimum deposit is lower at Crypto.com with 1 $. Oversight: Coinbase: BaFin/FinCEN; Crypto.com: Various. Coinbase: No. Crypto.com: No (crypto derivatives available).
CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
Crypto.comComprehensive crypto platform with Visa card, DeFi and NFTs
At a glance
| Criterion | Coinbase | Crypto.com |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced | Crypto.com App, Crypto.com Exchange, DeFi Wallet |
| Product types | Crypto, Staking, NFTs | Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins, DeFi, NFTs, Staking |
| Options trading | No | No (crypto derivatives available) |
| Fee model | 0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple) | 0.075% Maker / 0.075% Taker (with CRO staking), standard 0.15% |
| Minimum deposit | 2 $ | 1 $ |
| Regulation | BaFin/FinCEN | Various |
| More information | Details | Details |
Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced
Crypto.com App, Crypto.com Exchange, DeFi Wallet
Crypto, Staking, NFTs
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins, DeFi, NFTs, Staking
No
No (crypto derivatives available)
0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple)
0.075% Maker / 0.075% Taker (with CRO staking), standard 0.15%
2 $
1 $
BaFin/FinCEN
Various
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
CoinbaseCrypto.comThe relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
Typical months at Coinbase and Crypto.com, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | Coinbase | Crypto.com |
|---|---|---|
| One BTC purchase of ≈ €1,000 | —Not verifiable: Advanced fee tiers shown only after login; help page lists no rates | €5Exchange spot Level 1 taker 0.50% × €1,000 (no CRO discount); app instant-buy spread unpublished |
| Custody and account fee per year | €0No custody or account fee | —Not verified |
Checked on 22 October 2026. Prices can change; the current fee schedule is what counts. Sources: help.coinbase.com · help.coinbase.com · crypto.com · help.crypto.com
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
CoinbaseCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationCrypto.comCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationCoinbaseCrypto.comCategories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
CoinbaseCoinbase 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 platformCrypto.comCrypto.com App · Crypto.com Exchange · DeFi Wallet
Crypto.com provides three main platforms: The Crypto.com App is the easiest entry point, enabling buying, selling, and staking of over 350 cryptocurrencies. The Crypto.com Exchange targets experienced traders with spot, margin, and derivatives trading featuring professional charting tools. The DeFi Wallet complements the offering as a non-custodial wallet for DeFi interactions.
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Coinbase Luxembourg S.A.
Crypto.com
Foris DAX MT Ltd, Malta
Regulation does not protect against market losses. What counts is the entity you sign the contract with.
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CoinbaseFor investors who want a well-known exchange with a MiCA licence from Luxembourg.
Crypto.comFor investors who want a crypto card and a broad app offer; in the EU through Foris DAX MT in Malta with a MiCA licence.
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CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
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