Bybit vs Kraken
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| Fee | Bybit | Kraken | Cheaper |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot maker | 0.1% | 0.4% | Bybit |
| Spot taker | 0.1% | 0.8% | Bybit |
| Futures maker | 0.02% | — | Tie |
| Futures taker | 0.055% | — | Tie |
| Trust score | 8.0 | 9.0 | Kraken |
| Founded | 2018 | 2011 | |
| Headquarters | Dubai, UAE | San Francisco, USA | |
| Registered users | — | — |
Bybit
Derivatives-first exchange that has grown a substantial spot market alongside its futures book.
Kraken
One of the longest-running exchanges, with a long regulatory track record in the US and EU.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, Bybit or Kraken?
Bybit is cheaper on spot taker fees: Bybit charges 0.1% against 0.8% on Kraken. Fees change often — the table on this page carries the date each figure was last checked.
What is Bybit's withdrawal fee for Bitcoin?
We do not currently publish a Bitcoin withdrawal fee for Bybit, because we have not verified one from an official source.
Is Bybit or Kraken safer?
Kraken scores higher on our trust score: Bybit 8.0 against Kraken 9.0 out of 10. The score weighs regulatory status, proof of reserves, security record, operating history and fund insurance.
Both columns are read from the same fee table that powers the calculator. Percentages are the standard tier — volume discounts and token holdings can lower them.