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Coinbase
Coinbase Snapshot
Pros
- Full exchange functionality
- Popular, highly trusted
- Publicly traded company
Cons
- Relatively low rates compared to other Coinbase alternatives
- Only a few supported assets
Earn Rates
Check Yield data below to understand the source of these returns.
Pending US CLARITY ACT regulation specifies you cannot earn yield solely by holding stablecoins.
Max Rate Requirements
Coinbase One required for USDC rewards
Trading Fees
- Maker Fee
- 0.5%
- Taker Fee
- 0.5%
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Coinbase Calculator
Estimates are based on Coinbase current APY. Rates are subject to change.
How Coinbase Generates Yield
Yield Mechanics
- Staking
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Proof-of-Stake Rewards
Rewards earned for helping secure the blockchain network and validate transactions.
- Exchange
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Internal Exchange Business
Yield paid from the platform's operational revenue, including trading fees, market-making spreads, and interest charged to margin traders.
Risk & Custody
- Custody Model
- Custodial / Third Party
- Track Record
- Operational since 2012
Flexibility & Access
- Lockups
- None
- Access
- 100+ countries
Yield methods listed are based on best known platform data. Please note that a single platform may utilize different methods depending on the specific asset, product, or jurisdiction. Platforms may also update their yield strategies at any time.
Coinbase Review
Coinbase is one of the most popular centralized crypto exchanges.
Coinbase Earn is Coinbase's interest-bearing product. They offer staking-as-a-service on supported assets and, more specifically, interest on USDC (Circle), ETH and SOL. In late 2025, rewards for USDC now requires a Coinbase One subscription.
Learn about the Coinbase One Card, Coinbase's credit card.
Coinbase Overview
Coinbase One
Coinbase One is an optional paid subscription add-on. Coinbase One includes lower trading fees, higher withdrawal limits, enhanced customer support with dedicated account representatives. It also, more importantly, is required to earn rewards on USDC.
Coinbase FAQ
Is Coinbase available in the USA?
Yes, Coinbase is available in the USA.
Does Coinbase pay compound yield?
No, yield is not compounded at Coinbase.
How often do you receive payouts?
Varies
Does Coinbase require a lockup period?
No, Coinbase does not require a lockup period. You can withdraw your funds at any time.
Does Coinbase pay interest on Bitcoin?
No, Coinbase does not currently pay interest on Bitcoin.
Does Coinbase pay interest on Ethereum?
Yes, Coinbase pays 1.89% APY on Ethereum.
Does Coinbase pay rewards on stablecoins?
Yes, Coinbase pays 0% APY on stablecoins like USDC.
Does Coinbase pay interest on Solana?
Yes, Coinbase pays 5.08% APY on Solana (SOL).
What are Coinbase's withdrawal fees?
Yes
What are Coinbase's trading fees?
Coinbase charges a 0.5% maker fee and 0.5% taker fee.
Does Coinbase offer a sign-up bonus?
Yes, Get up to $200 after first trade
When was Coinbase founded?
Coinbase was founded in 2012.
Where is Coinbase headquartered?
Coinbase is headquartered in Wilmington, DE.
Where is Coinbase available?
100+ countries
Coinbase One Card
- Compounds
- No
- Payouts
- Varies
- Withdraw Fees
- Yes
- Lockups
- None
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Wilmington, DE
- Availability
- 100+ countries
