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HTX vs KuCoin

Reviewed by Stanislav Dzhambazov · Updated 7 Sep 2026

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FeeHTXKuCoinCheaper
Spot maker 0.2% 0.1% KuCoin
Spot taker 0.2% 0.1% KuCoin
Futures maker Tie
Futures taker Tie
Trust score 6.0 7.0 KuCoin
Founded 2013 2017
Headquarters Seychelles Seychelles
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HTX

One of the original major exchanges, rebranded from Huobi in 2023.

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KuCoin

Known for listing smaller-cap assets earlier than the larger venues.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper, HTX or KuCoin?

KuCoin is cheaper on spot taker fees: HTX charges 0.2% against 0.1% on KuCoin. Fees change often — the table on this page carries the date each figure was last checked.

What is HTX's withdrawal fee for Bitcoin?

HTX charges 0.00005 BTC to withdraw Bitcoin, as last checked on 7 September 2026.

Is HTX or KuCoin safer?

KuCoin scores higher on our trust score: HTX 6.0 against KuCoin 7.0 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.