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Backpack EU vs Bybit Europe

MiCA-regulated Backpack EU platform with spot and perpetual futures focusMiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, Earn and card

Updated: July 2026

Backpack EU has been operating since 2022 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Bybit Europe, founded in 2025, is 3 years younger and positions itself as "MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, Earn and card". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.

Both Backpack EU and Bybit Europe 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 Bybit Europe provides Spot fees from 0.1% maker/taker; futures fees are not part of the EU offer.

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. Bybit Europe provides MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA) and backs it with MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.

Backpack EU stands out with Perpetual Futures, Mobile App, Wallet Ecosystem, while Bybit Europe differentiates itself through Margin, Earn, Bybit Card.

Backpack EU
3.9
Bybit Europe
4.3
⚡ Quick Verdict

Backpack EU wins the head-to-head comparison in 3 out of 11 categories (1x Bybit Europe, 7x tie). However, Bybit Europe has a higher overall rating (4.3 vs. 3.9).

Which Exchange Is Better for You?

🎓Beginners
🏆 Bybit Europe

Bybit Europe offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Email/Ticket.

💰Lowest Fees
⚖️ Tie

Identical spot fees of 0.10%. Compare futures fees and available discounts for the full picture.

🔒Maximum Security
🏆 Bybit Europe

Bybit Europe with MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA) and MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer insurance fund.

🪙Altcoin Selection
⚖️ Tie

Both exchanges offer a comparable coin selection with Selected spot and perp markets trading pairs each.

Comparison Table

CriteriaBackpack EUBybit Europe🏆
Spot Maker Fee0.08%0.10%Backpack EU
Spot Taker Fee0.10%0.10%
Futures Maker Fee0.02%N/ABackpack EU
Futures Taker Fee0.05%N/ABackpack EU
Max LeverageEU perpetuals availableN/A
Trading PairsSelected spot and perp marketsEU spot/margin offer
Copy TradingNoNo
Grid BotsNoNo
Insurance FundMiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fundMiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer
KYCRequiredRequired
Rating3.9/54.3/5Bybit Europe

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Fees in Detail

Backpack EU

Spot Maker0.08% 🏆
Spot Taker0.1%
Futures Maker0.02%
Futures Taker0.05%
DiscountSpot from 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker; EU perpetuals from 0.02% maker / 0.05% taker

Bybit Europe

Spot Maker0.1%
Spot Taker0.1%
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
DiscountSpot fees from 0.1% maker/taker; futures fees are not part of the EU offer
Backpack EU or Bybit Europe — which exchange is better?
Backpack EU wins the comparison in 3 out of 11 categories. Bybit Europe takes 1 categories, with 7 ties. Backpack EU excels with mica/casp entry via trek technologies sia in latvia, while Bybit Europe counters with mica-regulated via austria (fma). The best choice depends on your individual priorities — both are reputable trading platforms.
Do Backpack EU and Bybit Europe have the same fees?
Yes, both charge 0.10% spot taker fee (maker: 0.08%). Futures fees are also identical. The difference is in fee discounts: Backpack EU offers Spot from 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker; EU perpetuals from 0.02% maker / 0.05% taker, Bybit Europe offers Spot fees from 0.1% maker/taker; futures fees are not part of the EU offer.
Which exchange is safer — Backpack EU or Bybit Europe?
Backpack EU offers MiCA-regulated via Trek Technologies SIA in Latvia with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund. Bybit Europe provides MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA) backed by MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer. Both feature 2FA, Wallet Infrastructure and cold storage for customer funds. Check our detailed exchange reviews for a full security breakdown.
Which exchange is easier to use — Backpack EU or Bybit Europe?
Bybit Europe scores higher for beginners (7/10) thanks to an intuitive mobile app, easy deposit methods and Help Center/Email/Ticket. Backpack EU (score: 5/10) is also usable but has a steeper learning curve. For absolute beginners, try our Exchange Finder quiz.