Broker comparison

Bybit vs.
KuCoin

Which broker fits your needs?

Platforms, products and fees side by side.

Updated: October 2026

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Summary

Your goal decides.

Bybit has a higher rating of 4.2/5 compared to KuCoin (4/5). KuCoin has been in the market since 2017, making it the more experienced provider.

Crypto exchange focused on derivatives and copy trading

Crypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots

At a glance

The key differences

Criterion
PlatformsBybit Web, Bybit AppKuCoin Web, KuCoin App
Product typesCrypto, Derivatives, Futures, Options (Crypto), LaunchpadCrypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots
Options tradingNoNo
Fee model0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)
Minimum deposit0 $0 $
RegulationVariousVarious
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Platforms

Bybit

Bybit Web, Bybit App

KuCoin

KuCoin Web, KuCoin App

Product types

Bybit

Crypto, Derivatives, Futures, Options (Crypto), Launchpad

KuCoin

Crypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots

Options trading

Bybit

No

KuCoin

No

Fee model

Bybit

0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)

KuCoin

0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)

Minimum deposit

Bybit

0 $

KuCoin

0 $

Regulation

Bybit

Various

KuCoin

Various

More information

Bybit

Details

KuCoin

Details

Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.

Detailed comparison

Comparing fees

Compare total costs, not just the order fee.

0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)

Published fee
0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot)
Minimum deposit
0 $
Spread figure
Trading fee 0.10% maker/taker (spot), 0.02%/0.055% (derivatives)
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0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)

Published fee
0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS)
Minimum deposit
0 $
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The relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.

Execution quality

Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.

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Provider information

Check the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.

Provider information

Product range

CryptoDerivativesFuturesOptions (Crypto)Launchpad
CryptoFuturesStakingLendingTrading Bots

Categories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.

Trading platforms

Bybit Web · Bybit App

Bybit offers a powerful web platform and mobile app with professional charting tools, real-time order books, and diverse order types for spot and derivatives trading. The copy trading feature is seamlessly integrated. The platform provides clear switching between spot, derivatives, options, and P2P trading. The mobile app enables complete trading on the go with price alerts and portfolio management.

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KuCoin Web · KuCoin App

KuCoin offers the KuCoin Web platform and the KuCoin App. Both provide spot trading with advanced charting (TradingView-based), futures trading with up to 100x leverage, integrated trading bots (Grid, DCA, Smart Rebalance), staking, and lending. The platform supports various order types and offers a comprehensive dashboard for portfolio overview. The API enables automated trading.

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Regulation & security

Regulation does not prevent market losses. The relevant authority depends on the contracting entity.

Your investor profile

Who might it suit?

Crypto exchange focused on derivatives and copy trading

  • High liquidity in derivatives trading
  • Copy trading available
  • Over 500 cryptocurrencies
  • Not available in all countries
  • Regulatory status unclear in some regions

Crypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots

  • Over 700 cryptocurrencies
  • Integrated trading bots
  • No minimum deposit
  • Limited regulation
  • Not available in the US

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Your questions

Frequently asked questions

How do fees differ between Bybit and KuCoin?
Bybit: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (Spot). KuCoin: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker (discounts with KCS). Compare total costs for the specific market, product, currency and order size in the current fee schedule.
Which broker offers more products: Bybit or KuCoin?
Bybit offers Crypto, Derivatives, Futures, Options (Crypto), Launchpad. KuCoin offers Crypto, Futures, Staking, Lending, Trading Bots.
How are Bybit and KuCoin regulated?
The broker profiles list Various for Bybit and Various for KuCoin. Your account's contracting entity determines the applicable oversight and protection rules; check its current disclosures.
Is Bybit or KuCoin better for beginners?
Bybit lists a 0 $ minimum deposit and offers Bybit Web, Bybit App. KuCoin lists 0 $ and offers KuCoin Web, KuCoin App. Compare usability, available products and costs for your intended use.
Bybit vs KuCoin: Which broker is better overall?
The choice between Bybit (4.2/5, 1600 reviews) and KuCoin (4/5, 1100 reviews) depends on your needs. Bybit: Crypto exchange focused on derivatives and copy trading. KuCoin: Crypto exchange with wide altcoin selection and trading bots.

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