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Bitpanda vs BloFin

Austrian broker and Fusion venue with three MiCAR licensesDerivatives Specialist with 150x Leverage, VIP Program, and Copy Trading

Updated: September 2026

Bitpanda has been operating since 2014 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. BloFin, founded in 2019, is 5 years younger and positions itself as "Derivatives Specialist with 150x Leverage, VIP Program, and Copy Trading". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.

When it comes to fees, BloFin has the edge: 0.10% spot taker fee compared to 0.25% at Bitpanda. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $15 per transaction. Additional perk at BloFin: 10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + VIP program.

Regulatory scope: Bitpanda: MiCA-regulated with licenses in Germany, Austria and Malta. BloFin: MSB License USA/VASP License South Korea. Protection and reserve disclosures: Bitpanda: No quantified public insurance fund or comparable current proof-of-reserves total was publicly verified; BloFin: Separate protection fund.

Bitpanda stands out with Broker Services, Bitpanda Fusion, Spot Margin, while BloFin differentiates itself through Copy Trading, Demo Trading, Trading Bots. In terms of coin selection, BloFin leads with 700+ trading pairs compared to Bitpanda's 2,000+ Fusion pairs across 12+ venues.

Editorial CryptoExchangePicks Ratings

Bitpanda
3.8
BloFin
4.1
⚡ Quick Verdict

BloFin wins the head-to-head comparison in 10 out of 11 categories (0x Bitpanda, 1x tie). BloFin offers lower fees.

Which Exchange Is Better for You?

🎓Beginners
🏆 Bitpanda

Bitpanda offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center.

💰Lowest Fees
🏆 BloFin

BloFin charges 0.10% spot taker fee plus 10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + VIP program.

🔒Maximum Security
🏆 Bitpanda

Bitpanda: MiCA-regulated with licenses in Germany, Austria and Malta. Protection/reserve disclosure: No quantified public insurance fund or comparable current proof-of-reserves total was publicly verified.

🪙Altcoin Selection
🏆 BloFin

BloFin lists 700+ trading pairs — 698+ more than Bitpanda.

👥Copy Trading
🏆 BloFin

Only BloFin offers copy trading. Bitpanda does not have this feature.

🤖Grid Bots
🏆 BloFin

Only BloFin offers grid bots (Spot Grid, Futures Grid, DCA Bot).

Comparison Table

CriteriaBitpandaBloFin🏆
Spot Maker Fee0.25%0.10%BloFin
Spot Taker Fee0.25%0.10%BloFin
Futures Maker FeeN/A0.02%BloFin
Futures Taker FeeN/A0.06%BloFin
Max Leverage10x spot margin150xBloFin
Trading Pairs2,000+ Fusion pairs across 12+ venues700+BloFin
Copy TradingNoYes (Score 8)BloFin
Grid BotsNoYes (3 Types)BloFin
Insurance FundNo quantified public insurance fund or comparable current proof-of-reserves total was publicly verifiedSeparate protection fund
KYCYesOptional up to 20k USDT/24hBloFin
Editorial Rating3.8/54.1/5BloFin

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Up to EUR 200 combined

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BloFin via CryptoExchangePicks

10% Fee-Back + 5,000 USDT

10% fee rebate + up to 5,000 USDT welcome bonus

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Fees in Detail

Bitpanda

Spot Maker0.25%
Spot Taker0.25%
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
Discount20% discount when paying with VSN; Fusion entry tier is one 0.25% fee

BloFin

Spot Maker0.1% 🏆
Spot Taker0.1% 🏆
Futures Maker0.02%
Futures Taker0.06%
Discount10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + VIP program
Bitpanda or BloFin — which exchange is better?
BloFin leads the editorial comparison in 10 out of 11 categories. Bitpanda takes 0 categories, with 1 ties. BloFin excels with 10% fee rebate on spot & futures via cryptoexchangepicks.com, while Bitpanda counters with three micar licenses in germany, austria and malta. The best choice depends on your individual priorities.
How much can I save at BloFin compared to Bitpanda on fees?
BloFin charges 0.10% spot taker fee vs. Bitpanda's 0.25%. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $15 per transaction. Additional fee note for BloFin: 10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + VIP program. Futures fees: compare futures rates on the detail pages.
Which exchange is safer — Bitpanda or BloFin?
Bitpanda: MiCA-regulated with licenses in Germany, Austria and Malta; listed security measures: 2FA, Device Management; protection/reserve disclosure: No quantified public insurance fund or comparable current proof-of-reserves total was publicly verified. BloFin: MSB License USA/VASP License South Korea; listed security measures: 2FA, Anti-Phishing, IP Whitelist; protection/reserve disclosure: Separate protection fund.
BloFin or Bitpanda — which has more cryptocurrencies?
BloFin lists 700+ trading pairs, while Bitpanda offers 2,000+ Fusion pairs across 12+ venues. If you want to trade a wide range of altcoins or get early access to new projects, BloFin is the better choice. Bitpanda focuses on a curated selection, which can be less overwhelming for beginners.
Can I use copy trading on Bitpanda like on BloFin?
No, Bitpanda does not currently offer copy trading. BloFin has a mature copy trading platform (score: 8/10) where you can automatically mirror successful traders. If copy trading matters to you, BloFin is the clear choice.
Which exchange is easier to use — Bitpanda or BloFin?
Bitpanda scores higher for beginners (10/10) thanks to an intuitive mobile app, easy deposit methods and Help Center. BloFin (score: 6/10) is also usable but has a steeper learning curve. For absolute beginners, try our Exchange Finder quiz.
Which exchange has the better welcome bonus — Bitpanda or BloFin?
Bitpanda: Up to EUR 200 combined. BloFin: 10% Fee-Back + 5,000 USDT (exclusive via CryptoExchangePicks). Check the official conditions before registering; eligibility can depend on region, account status, opt-in, deposits or trading volume.