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AscendEX vs Krak

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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Krak

Krak

Krak is a new simple crypto-powered mobile payment app by the popular Kraken crypto exchange. It is designed to be a crypto-friendly alternative to Ve...

CIR score4.0

General

Platform
AscendEXlogo
Kraklogo
Founded
AscendEX2018
Krak2025
Headquarters
AscendEXSingapore
KrakSan Francisco, CA
Availability
AscendEXWorldwide, excluding US
KrakWorldwide

Fees & Financial

Bonus
AscendEXInvite code: UD4DBENEU
Krak$10 bonus after $10 deposit with code: CIR
Token
AscendEXASD
Krak
Compounding
AscendEXYes
KrakYes
Payouts
AscendEXDaily
KrakWeekly
Fees
AscendEXVaries
KrakNone
Lockup
AscendEXNone
KrakNone
Maker Fee
AscendEX0.1
Krak
Taker Fee
AscendEX0.1
Krak

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
AscendEX
Krak0.1%
BTC Max
AscendEX
Krak
ETH Rate
AscendEX
Krak1%
ETH Max
AscendEX
Krak
Stablecoin Rate
AscendEX2.02%
Krak2%

AscendEX

Review

Pros

  • Wide variety of coins

Cons

  • Best rates are tied to promotions

Krak

Review

Pros

  • Simple, fee-free and rewarding app to manage crypto payments
  • Pays interest rewards on most coins
  • No lock ups

Cons

  • Rates are modest
  • New app with limited features vs full Kraken