KuCoin vs Bybit

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

Overview Comparison

Metric KuCoin Bybit
Rating 4.2/5 4.4/5
Trust Score 8/10 9/10
Maker Fee 0.1% 0.1%
Taker Fee 0.1% 0.1%
Supported Coins 700+ 300+
Founded 2017 2018
Headquarters Seychelles Dubai, UAE
Exchange Type centralized centralized

Features

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

Security

Security Feature KuCoin Bybit
Two-Factor Auth
Cold Storage
Insurance Fund
Regulated In Not specified Dubai, Cyprus, Kazakhstan
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KuCoin Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Largest selection of altcoins (700+)
  • Early access to new tokens
  • Low trading fees
  • Trading bot features

Cons

  • No regulatory licenses
  • Was hacked in 2020 (funds recovered)
  • Not available in US officially
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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

Bybit edges out KuCoin with a higher overall rating (4.4 vs 4.2).

Quick Summary

Lower Fees Tie
More Coins KuCoin
Higher Rating Bybit
Trust Score Bybit