
Backpack EU vs Bitget
MiCA-regulated Backpack EU platform with spot and perpetual futures focus — Copy Trading & Derivatives Powerhouse with Strong Insurance Fund
Updated: July 2026
Bitget has been operating since 2018 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Backpack EU, founded in 2022, is 4 years younger and positions itself as "MiCA-regulated Backpack EU platform with spot and perpetual futures focus". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.
Both Backpack EU and Bitget charge the same 0.10% spot taker fee. The difference shows in other areas: Backpack EU offers Spot from 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker; EU perpetuals from 0.02% maker / 0.05% taker, while Bitget provides Exclusive VIP 1 Pack via CryptoExchangePicks.com + 20% discount with BGB.
On the security front, Backpack EU offers MiCA-regulated via Trek Technologies SIA in Latvia with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund. Bitget provides Licensed in multiple jurisdictions and backs it with $665M USD. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.
Backpack EU stands out with Spot Trading, Perpetual Futures, Mobile App, while Bitget differentiates itself through Copy Trading, Demo, Grid Bots. In terms of coin selection, Bitget leads with 900+ trading pairs compared to Backpack EU's Selected spot and perp markets.
Bitget wins the head-to-head comparison in 7 out of 11 categories (2x Backpack EU, 2x tie).
Which Exchange Is Better for You?
Bitget offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and 24/7 Live Chat/Email/Ticket.
Identical spot fees of 0.10%. Compare futures fees and available discounts for the full picture.
Bitget with Licensed in multiple jurisdictions and $665M USD insurance fund.
Bitget lists 900+ trading pairs — 900+ more than Backpack EU.
Only Bitget offers copy trading. Backpack EU does not have this feature.
Only Bitget offers grid bots (Spot Grid, Futures Grid, DCA Bot).
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Backpack EU | Bitget | 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot Maker Fee | 0.08% | 0.10% | Backpack EU |
| Spot Taker Fee | 0.10% | 0.10% | — |
| Futures Maker Fee | 0.02% | 0.02% | — |
| Futures Taker Fee | 0.05% | 0.06% | Backpack EU |
| Max Leverage | EU perpetuals available | 125x | Bitget |
| Trading Pairs | Selected spot and perp markets | 900+ | Bitget |
| Copy Trading | No | Yes (Score 10) | Bitget |
| Grid Bots | No | Yes (3 Types) | Bitget |
| Insurance Fund | MiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund | $665M USD | Bitget |
| KYC | Required | Optional up to 20 BTC/24h | Bitget |
| Rating | 3.9/5 | 4.5/5 | Bitget |
Bonus via CryptoExchangePicks
Backpack EU via CryptoExchangePicks
No bonus available
Bitget via CryptoExchangePicks
VIP 1 Pack + 400 USDT
VIP 1 Trial Pack + 400 USDT in Vouchers (200 USDT Futures + 200 USDT Grid)
Fees in Detail
Backpack EU
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