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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...

Coinbase

Coinbase

Coinbase is one of the most popular centralized crypto exchanges. In Feb. 2026, Coinbase added the option to earn USDC rewards in BTC (with require...

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General

Platform
CEX.IO logo
Coinbase logo
Founded
CEX.IO 2013
Coinbase 2012
Headquarters
CEX.IO UK
Coinbase Wilmington, DE
Availability
CEX.IO Worldwide, earn programs not available in US
Coinbase 100+ countries

Fees & Financial

Bonus
CEX.IO
Coinbase
Token
CEX.IO
Coinbase
Compounding
CEX.IO No
Coinbase No
Payouts
CEX.IO Daily
Coinbase Varies
Fees
CEX.IO
Coinbase Yes
Lockup
CEX.IO
Coinbase None
Maker Fee
CEX.IO 0.15
Coinbase 0.5
Taker Fee
CEX.IO 0.25
Coinbase 0.5

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
CEX.IO 0.25%
Coinbase
BTC Max
CEX.IO 4%
Coinbase
ETH Rate
CEX.IO 3%
Coinbase 1.89%
ETH Max
CEX.IO 6%
Coinbase
Stablecoin Rate
CEX.IO 4%
Coinbase 0%

Unique Pros

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

Key Cons

  • Earn and staking programs unavailable in the US

Unique Pros

  • Full exchange functionality
  • Popular, highly trusted
  • Publicly traded company

Key Cons