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Nexo

Nexo

Nexo is one of the most popular crypto earn platforms, calling itself a digital assets wealth platform. A minimum of $5,000 USD worth of assets is req...

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...

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General

Platform
Nexo logo
CEX.IO logo
Founded
Nexo 2017
CEX.IO 2013
Headquarters
Nexo Switzerland
CEX.IO UK
Availability
Nexo Worldwide
CEX.IO Worldwide, earn programs not available in US

Fees & Financial

Bonus
Nexo Up to $500 USDC with $50,000 deposit in a 3, 6, or 12-month Fixed Term
CEX.IO
Token
Nexo NEXO
CEX.IO
Compounding
Nexo Yes
CEX.IO No
Payouts
Nexo Daily
CEX.IO Daily
Fees
Nexo Limited free withdrawls per month
CEX.IO
Lockup
Nexo None or 1 month
CEX.IO
Maker Fee
Nexo 0.2
CEX.IO 0.15
Taker Fee
Nexo 0.2
CEX.IO 0.25

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
Nexo 4%
CEX.IO 0.25%
BTC Max
Nexo 5.5%
CEX.IO 4%
ETH Rate
Nexo 5%
CEX.IO 3%
ETH Max
Nexo 6.5%
CEX.IO 6%
Stablecoin Rate
Nexo 8%
CEX.IO 4%

Pros

  • Good rates for all coins deposited
  • Popular platform
  • 1-5 free withdrawal per month depending on loyalty tier

Cons

  • $5,000 minimum deposit
  • Best rates require earning in NEXO token

Pros

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

Cons

  • Earn and staking programs unavailable in the US