Binance vs Coinbase

Detailed comparison of Binance and Coinbase - fees, features, security, and more to help you choose the right exchange.

Overview Comparison

Metric Binance Coinbase
Rating 4.8/5 4.5/5
Trust Score 10/10 10/10
Maker Fee 0.1% 0.4%
Taker Fee 0.1% 0.6%
Supported Coins 350+ 200+
Founded 2017 2012
Headquarters Cayman Islands San Francisco, USA
Exchange Type centralized centralized

Features

Feature Binance Coinbase
Spot Trading
Futures Trading
Margin Trading
Staking
NFT Marketplace
Debit Card
P2P Trading

Security

Security Feature Binance Coinbase
Two-Factor Auth
Cold Storage
Insurance Fund
Regulated In France, Italy, Spain +5 USA, UK, EU +3
B

Binance Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Lowest trading fees in the industry (0.1%)
  • Largest selection of cryptocurrencies (350+)
  • Advanced trading features and tools
  • High liquidity for all major pairs

Cons

  • Complex interface may overwhelm beginners
  • Not available in the US (use Binance.US)
  • Customer support can be slow during high volume
C

Coinbase Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Most trusted US-based exchange
  • Publicly traded company (COIN)
  • FDIC insurance on USD balances
  • Very beginner-friendly interface

Cons

  • Higher fees than competitors
  • Limited cryptocurrency selection
  • No margin trading for retail

Our Verdict

Binance edges out Coinbase with a higher overall rating (4.8 vs 4.5). It also offers lower trading fees (0.1% vs 0.4%). Plus, it supports more cryptocurrencies (350+ vs 200+).

Quick Summary

Lower Fees Binance
More Coins Binance
Higher Rating Binance
Trust Score Tie