Coinbase vs Bybit

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

Overview Comparison

Metric Coinbase Bybit
Rating 4.5/5 4.4/5
Trust Score 10/10 9/10
Maker Fee 0.4% 0.1%
Taker Fee 0.6% 0.1%
Supported Coins 200+ 300+
Founded 2012 2018
Headquarters San Francisco, USA Dubai, UAE
Exchange Type centralized centralized

Features

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

Security

Security Feature Coinbase Bybit
Two-Factor Auth
Cold Storage
Insurance Fund
Regulated In USA, UK, EU +3 Dubai, Cyprus, Kazakhstan
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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
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Bybit Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Excellent for derivatives trading
  • Low fees (0.1% spot)
  • Up to 100x leverage on futures
  • Copy trading feature

Cons

  • Not available in US
  • Newer exchange (less track record)
  • Can be complex for beginners

Our Verdict

Coinbase edges out Bybit with a higher overall rating (4.5 vs 4.4).

Quick Summary

Lower Fees Bybit
More Coins Bybit
Higher Rating Coinbase
Trust Score Coinbase