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Bitvavo

Bitvavo

Bitvavo is a cryptocurrency exchange founded in 2018, serving over 1.5 million users across the European Union. The platform offers a user-friendly in...

Gemini

Gemini

Gemini is a long-running centralized crypto exchange located in the United States. It offers staking and earn programs. Gemini Staking Gemini St...

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General

Platform
Bitvavo logo
Gemini logo
Founded
Bitvavo 2018
Gemini 2014
Headquarters
Bitvavo Netherlands
Gemini New York, NY
Availability
Bitvavo EU only
Gemini All US states and Singapore

Fees & Financial

Bonus
Bitvavo
Gemini $15 in BTC when you trade $100
Token
Bitvavo
Gemini GUSD
Compounding
Bitvavo Yes
Gemini No
Payouts
Bitvavo Weekly
Gemini
Fees
Bitvavo Varies
Gemini Yes
Lockup
Bitvavo None
Gemini None
Maker Fee
Bitvavo 0.25
Gemini 0.35
Taker Fee
Bitvavo 0.25
Gemini 0.35

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
Bitvavo 0.51%
Gemini
BTC Max
Bitvavo
Gemini
ETH Rate
Bitvavo 1.01%
Gemini 3%
ETH Max
Bitvavo
Gemini
Stablecoin Rate
Bitvavo
Gemini

Unique Pros

  • EU-regulated
  • User-friendly with 350+ tradeable assets

Key Cons

  • Some earn rates are low

Unique Pros

  • Full exchange services available
  • No minimums

Key Cons

  • Limited to ETH and SOL staking
  • US-focused