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CEX.IO

CEX.IO

CEX.IO is a cryptocurrency exchange known for offering a user-friendly experience for buying, trading, and earning crypto. It supports spot trading, s...

Kraken

Kraken

Kraken is a leading digital asset exchange platform that was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.The platform allows use...

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General

Platform
CEX.IO logo
Kraken logo
Founded
CEX.IO 2013
Kraken 2011
Headquarters
CEX.IO UK
Kraken San Francisco, CA
Availability
CEX.IO Worldwide, earn programs not available in US
Kraken Worldwide

Fees & Financial

Bonus
CEX.IO
Kraken Up to $200 bonus with code: g8474kwz
Token
CEX.IO
Kraken
Compounding
CEX.IO No
Kraken No
Payouts
CEX.IO Daily
Kraken Weekly
Fees
CEX.IO
Kraken Yes
Lockup
CEX.IO
Kraken
Maker Fee
CEX.IO 0.15
Kraken 0.16
Taker Fee
CEX.IO 0.25
Kraken 0.26

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
CEX.IO 0.25%
Kraken 0.02%
BTC Max
CEX.IO 4%
Kraken
ETH Rate
CEX.IO 2%
Kraken 2.31%
ETH Max
CEX.IO 6%
Kraken
Stablecoin Rate
CEX.IO 4%
Kraken 4.08%

Pros

  • Solid platform with dedication to Earn programs
  • Good crypto interest rates

Cons

  • Earn and staking programs unavailable in the US

Pros

  • Offers on and off-chain staking
  • Full exchange services

Cons

  • Rate will vary (Kraken takes a flat 15% from staking rewards)