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AscendEX vs Backpack

Compare rates, fees, access, and key features side by side.

AscendEX

AscendEX

AscendEX is a global cryptocurrency exchange and financial platform that gives users a powerful way to earn, trade, and grow their crypto portfolios.A...

CIR score4.3
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Backpack

Backpack

Backpack Exchange, is a fully regulated cryptocurrency exchange built by the team behind the Solana-native Backpack Wallet and the Mad Lads NFT collec...

CIR score3.9

General

Platform
AscendEXlogo
Backpacklogo
Founded
AscendEX2018
Backpack2022
Headquarters
AscendEXSingapore
BackpackTokyo, Japan
Availability
AscendEXWorldwide, excluding US
BackpackWorldwide (lending unavailable in US, a few states restricted)

Fees & Financial

Bonus
AscendEXInvite code: UD4DBENEU
Backpack
Token
AscendEXASD
Backpack
Compounding
AscendEXYes
BackpackYes
Payouts
AscendEXDaily
Backpack
Fees
AscendEXVaries
Backpack
Lockup
AscendEXNone
BackpackUnbonding period applies
Maker Fee
AscendEX0.1
Backpack0.08
Taker Fee
AscendEX0.1
Backpack0.1

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
AscendEX
Backpack0.03%
BTC Max
AscendEX
Backpack
ETH Rate
AscendEX
Backpack0.24%
ETH Max
AscendEX
Backpack
Stablecoin Rate
AscendEX2.02%
Backpack

AscendEX

Review

Pros

  • Wide variety of coins

Cons

  • Best rates are tied to promotions

Backpack

Review

Pros

  • Fully regulated in multiple jurisdictions
  • Solana-native with strong ecosystem

Cons

  • Lending rates are dynamic and can be low
  • Newer platform