Broker comparison
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Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
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Bitstamp
KrakenSummary
Kraken has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Bitstamp (4.1/5). Bitstamp offers 4 instrument types, while Kraken offers 3. The minimum deposit is lower at Bitstamp with 0 €. On spreads, Bitstamp offers Trading fee 0.00% maker / 0.30% taker (up to $1,000/30 days), volume-tiered discounts, while Kraken offers Trading fee 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker (Spot Pro).
BitstampOne of the oldest crypto exchanges in Europe with EU regulation
KrakenEstablished crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading
At a glance
| Criterion | Bitstamp | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Bitstamp Web, Bitstamp App, Bitstamp Pro | Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App |
| Product types | Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins, Staking | Crypto, Staking, Futures |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | 0.30% Maker / 0.40% Taker (base), discounts from $10,000 volume | 0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker |
| Minimum deposit | 0 € | 10 $ |
| Regulation | CSSF | FinCEN |
| More information | Details | Details |
Bitstamp Web, Bitstamp App, Bitstamp Pro
Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Altcoins, Staking
Crypto, Staking, Futures
No
No
0.30% Maker / 0.40% Taker (base), discounts from $10,000 volume
0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker
0 €
10 $
CSSF
FinCEN
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
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BitstampKrakenThe relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
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Provider informationKrakenCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationBitstampKrakenCategories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
BitstampBitstamp Web · Bitstamp App · Bitstamp Pro
Bitstamp offers a clean web platform, a mobile app for iOS and Android, and Bitstamp Pro for advanced traders. The web interface is intentionally kept simple and is excellent for beginners. Bitstamp Pro adds advanced charting features, various order types, and real-time order book data for more professional trading strategies.
Explore platformKrakenKraken Web · Kraken Pro · Kraken App
Kraken offers three platform levels: the simple Kraken web interface for quick buys and sells, Kraken Pro with professional charting tools, order book, and advanced order types, and the Kraken App for mobile trading. Kraken Pro supports limit, market, stop-loss, and take-profit orders. The platform integrates staking, margin trading, and futures directly into the trading interface.
Explore platformRegulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.
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BitstampOne of the oldest crypto exchanges in Europe with EU regulation
KrakenEstablished crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading
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BitstampOne of the oldest crypto exchanges in Europe with EU regulation
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