KuCoin0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)
- Published fee
- 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)
- Minimum deposit
- 0 $
Broker comparison
KuCoin vs.
OKX
Which broker fits your needs?
Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Checked on 22 October 2026
See comparisonKuCoin
OKXVS
Summary
Your goal decides
OKX has a higher rating of 4.1/5 compared to KuCoin (4/5). The minimum deposit is lower at KuCoin with 0 $. Oversight: KuCoin: Various; OKX: Various. KuCoin: No. OKX: No.
KuCoinCrypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots
OKXGlobal crypto exchange with Web3 wallet and comprehensive ecosystem
At a glance
The key differences
| Criterion | KuCoin | OKX |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | KuCoin Web, KuCoin App | OKX Web, OKX App, OKX Web3 Wallet |
| Product types | Crypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots | Crypto, Futures, Options (Crypto), DeFi, NFTs |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS) | 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot) |
| Minimum deposit | 0 $ | 10 $ |
| Regulation | Various | Various |
| More information | Details | Details |
Platforms
KuCoin
KuCoin Web, KuCoin App
OKX
OKX Web, OKX App, OKX Web3 Wallet
Product types
KuCoin
Crypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots
OKX
Crypto, Futures, Options (Crypto), DeFi, NFTs
Options trading
KuCoin
No
OKX
No
Fee model
KuCoin
0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)
OKX
0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)
Minimum deposit
KuCoin
0 $
OKX
10 $
Regulation
KuCoin
Various
OKX
Various
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Comparing fees
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
KuCoinOKX0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)
- Published fee
- 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)
- Minimum deposit
- 10 $
The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Worked out
What does it actually cost?
Typical months at KuCoin and OKX, priced from their published fee schedules. Spreads, FX and exchange fees come on top depending on the venue.
| Scenario | KuCoin | OKX |
|---|---|---|
| One BTC purchase of ≈ €1,000 | €1KuCoin EU VIP 0 spot taker 0.1% × €1,000 | €3.50OKX EEA Regular, spot-only account: taker 0.350% × €1,000 (0.10% if X-Perps account opened) |
| 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: kucoin.com · okx.com
Execution quality
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
KuCoinCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationOKXCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationProduct range
KuCoinCryptoFuturesStakingLendingTrading Bots
OKXCryptoFuturesOptions (Crypto)DeFiNFTs
Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
Trading platforms
KuCoinKuCoin Web · KuCoin App
KuCoin offers the KuCoin Web platform and the KuCoin App. Both provide spot trading with advanced charting (TradingView-based), futures trading with up to 100x leverage, integrated trading bots (Grid, DCA, Smart Rebalance), staking, and lending. The platform supports various order types and offers a comprehensive dashboard for portfolio overview. The API enables automated trading.
Explore platformOKXOKX Web · OKX App · OKX Web3 Wallet
OKX offers the OKX Web platform, the OKX App, and the OKX Web3 Wallet. The web platform and app provide advanced charting with TradingView integration, real-time order books, various order types, and tools for spot, margin, futures, and options trading. The Web3 wallet is directly integrated into the app, enabling access to over 50 blockchains, DEX aggregation, and NFT trading.
Explore platformKuCoin
KuCoin EU Exchange GmbH (Austria)
- Supervisor
- FMA Austria (MiCA CASP)
OKX
OKX Europe Ltd (Malta)
- Supervisor
- MFSA (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?
KuCoinCrypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots
- Over 700 cryptocurrencies
- Integrated trading bots
- No minimum deposit
- Limited regulation
- Not available in the US
OKXGlobal crypto exchange with Web3 wallet and comprehensive ecosystem
- Integrated Web3 wallet
- Low trading fees
- Over 300 cryptocurrencies
- Not available in the US
- Regulatory uncertainties
Find the broker that fits
KuCoin oder OKX?
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.
KuCoin and OKX 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.
Your questions
Frequently asked questions
How do fees differ between KuCoin and OKX?
KuCoin: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS). OKX: 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: KuCoin or OKX?
KuCoin offers Crypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots. OKX offers Crypto, Futures, Options (Crypto), DeFi, NFTs.
How are KuCoin and OKX regulated?
The broker profiles list Various for KuCoin and Various for OKX. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is KuCoin or OKX better for beginners?
KuCoin lists a 0 $ minimum deposit and offers KuCoin Web, KuCoin App. OKX lists 10 $ and offers OKX Web, OKX App, OKX Web3 Wallet. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
KuCoin vs OKX: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between KuCoin (4/5, 1100 reviews) and OKX (4.1/5, 1300 reviews) depends on your needs. KuCoin: Crypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots. OKX: Global crypto exchange with Web3 wallet and comprehensive ecosystem.
Your next step
Your next step
KuCoinCrypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots
Open accountRead reviewOKXGlobal crypto exchange with Web3 wallet and comprehensive ecosystem
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Before you pick a broker
The guides worth reading before your first trade, whichever of the two you choose.