Broker comparison
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Platforms, products and fees side by side.
Updated: October 2026
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Coinbase
KrakenSummary
Kraken has a higher rating of 4.4/5 compared to Coinbase (4.1/5). The minimum deposit is lower at Coinbase with 2 $. Coinbase is BaFin-regulated, while Kraken is supervised by FinCEN. Kraken has been in the market since 2011, making it the more experienced provider. On spreads, Coinbase offers Coinbase Advanced 0.40% maker / 0.60% taker (spot); approx. 0.5% spread on simple buy, while Kraken offers Trading fee 0.25% maker / 0.40% taker (Spot Pro).
CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
KrakenEstablished crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading
At a glance
| Criterion | Coinbase | Kraken |
|---|---|---|
| Platforms | Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced | Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App |
| Product types | Crypto, Staking, NFTs | Crypto, Staking, Futures |
| Options trading | No | No |
| Fee model | 0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple) | 0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker |
| Minimum deposit | 2 $ | 10 $ |
| Regulation | BaFin/FinCEN | FinCEN |
| More information | Details | Details |
Coinbase Web, Coinbase App, Coinbase Advanced
Kraken Web, Kraken Pro, Kraken App
Crypto, Staking, NFTs
Crypto, Staking, Futures
No
No
0.00% – 0.60% maker/taker (Advanced), up to 1.49% (Simple)
0.00% – 0.26% maker/taker
2 $
10 $
BaFin/FinCEN
FinCEN
Product access and costs depend on market, account and permissions.
Detailed comparison
Compare total costs, not just the order fee.
CoinbaseKrakenThe relevant costs depend on market, currency, order size and trading style.
Order type, venue and liquidity affect execution.
CoinbaseCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationKrakenCheck the provider’s execution policy and available order types for your account.
Provider informationCoinbaseKrakenCategories come from broker profiles. Check specific markets and permissions before deciding.
CoinbaseCoinbase Web · Coinbase App · Coinbase Advanced
Coinbase offers two platform levels: the simple Coinbase app and website enable straightforward crypto purchases with just a few clicks. Coinbase Advanced provides a professional trading view with order books, charting tools, and advanced order types at lower fees. The mobile app is particularly intuitively designed and integrates Coinbase Earn, portfolio tracking, and price alerts in one interface.
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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CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
KrakenEstablished crypto exchange with strong security and margin trading
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CoinbasePublicly traded US crypto exchange with easy-to-use interface
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