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Coinbase
Coinbase is the largest US-listed crypto exchange and a default choice for first-time buyers in regulated markets. Its Advanced Trade product offers materially lower fees than the simple buy/sell flow.
98
Evidence score / 100
Security & operating profile
4.9
Security & operating profile
4.4
Liquidity
4.7
Ease of use
Licensing references
- ✓NYDFS BitLicense
- ✓CFTC FCM (Coinbase Derivatives)
- ✓MiCA EU
Base fees
0.400%
Spot maker
0.600%
Spot taker
0.020%
Futures maker
0.050%
Futures taker
Advantages
- ✓NASDAQ-listed parent
- ✓Strongest US regulatory posture
- ✓Best-in-class onboarding UX
Known trade-offs
- !Highest fees among major venues on simple buy/sell
- !Limited derivatives outside the US
Reference data is older than 30 days — verify the latest local rules. Data verified: 2026-06-10. Decision support, not investment advice.