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BitMart vs Kraken
Altcoin-focused exchange with futures, copy trading and CryptoExchangePicks bonus — The regulated veteran with strong security, 1,200+ spot pairs and EU futures
Updated: September 2026
Kraken has been operating since 2011 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. BitMart, founded in 2017, is 6 years younger and positions itself as "Altcoin-focused exchange with futures, copy trading and CryptoExchangePicks bonus". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.
When it comes to fees, BitMart has the edge: 0.25% spot taker fee compared to 0.80% at Kraken. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $55 per transaction. For futures trading, Kraken offers the better rates. Additional perk at BitMart: 25% discount when paying fees with BMX Token.
Regulatory scope: BitMart: No confirmed EU/MiCA regulation. Kraken: MiCA-regulated via Kraken EU subsidiaries licensed by the Central Bank of Ireland. Protection and reserve disclosures: BitMart: No public insurance fund known; Kraken: Kraken Security Labs, cold storage and proof-of-reserves approach; no quantified public insurance fund.
BitMart stands out with Copy Trading, Grid Bots, LaunchPrime, while Kraken differentiates itself through Staking, Earn. In terms of coin selection, BitMart leads with 1700+ trading pairs compared to Kraken's 1,200+ crypto pairs.
Editorial CryptoExchangePicks Ratings
BitMart wins the head-to-head comparison in 6 out of 11 categories (4x Kraken, 1x tie). BitMart offers lower fees. However, Kraken has a higher overall rating (4.3 vs. 3.8).
Which Exchange Is Better for You?
Kraken offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Support Center/In-App Chat; situational in-app voice support.
BitMart charges 0.25% spot taker fee plus 25% discount when paying fees with BMX Token.
Kraken: MiCA-regulated via Kraken EU subsidiaries licensed by the Central Bank of Ireland. Protection/reserve disclosure: Kraken Security Labs, cold storage and proof-of-reserves approach; no quantified public insurance fund.
BitMart lists 1700+ trading pairs — 1698.8+ more than Kraken.
Only BitMart offers copy trading. Kraken does not have this feature.
Only BitMart offers grid bots (Grid Bot, Copy Trading, AI Hub).
Comparison Table
| Criteria | BitMart | Kraken | 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot Maker Fee | 0.25% | 0.40% | BitMart |
| Spot Taker Fee | 0.25% | 0.80% | BitMart |
| Futures Maker Fee | 0.04% | 0.02% | Kraken |
| Futures Taker Fee | 0.06% | 0.05% | Kraken |
| Max Leverage | 100x | 10x | BitMart |
| Trading Pairs | 1700+ | 1,200+ crypto pairs | BitMart |
| Copy Trading | Yes (Score 7) | No | BitMart |
| Grid Bots | Yes (3 Types) | No | BitMart |
| Insurance Fund | No public insurance fund known | Kraken Security Labs, cold storage and proof-of-reserves approach; no quantified public insurance fund | Kraken |
| KYC | Required for full use and campaign bonus | Yes | — |
| Editorial Rating | 3.8/5 | 4.3/5 | Kraken |
Bonus via CryptoExchangePicks
BitMart via CryptoExchangePicks
Up to 550 USDT
Up to 550 USDT rewards: 50 USDT futures voucher + up to 500 USDT futures trading bonus
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Spin up to $2,500
Spin to Win: up to $2,500, subject to regional rollout and daily/30-day limits
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