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Bitvavo vs Levex
Dutch MiCA-regulated exchange with strong EUR markets and low spot fees — Web3 Exchange with VIP Program, Low Futures Fees, and Bonus System
Updated: July 2026
Bitvavo has been operating since 2018 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Levex, founded in 2023, is 5 years younger and positions itself as "Web3 Exchange with VIP Program, Low Futures Fees, and Bonus System". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.
When it comes to fees, Levex has the edge: 0.10% spot taker fee compared to 0.25% at Bitvavo. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $15 per transaction. Additional perk at Levex: 30 days VIP 5 via CryptoExchangePicks link — reduced Maker/Taker fees.
On the security front, Bitvavo offers MiCA-regulated as a CASP via Bitvavo B.V. in the Netherlands with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no quantified public insurance fund. Levex provides Registered in St. Vincent & Grenadines and backs it with Separate fund. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.
Bitvavo stands out with Spot Trading, Staking, Recurring Buys, while Levex differentiates itself through 30 days VIP 5 for new users, Low Futures Fees.
Levex wins the head-to-head comparison in 5 out of 11 categories (2x Bitvavo, 4x tie). Levex offers lower fees. However, Bitvavo has a higher overall rating (4.4 vs. 2.8).
Which Exchange Is Better for You?
Bitvavo offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Email.
Levex charges 0.10% spot taker fee plus 30 days VIP 5 via CryptoExchangePicks link — reduced Maker/Taker fees.
Bitvavo with MiCA-regulated as a CASP via Bitvavo B.V. in the Netherlands and MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no quantified public insurance fund insurance fund.
Bitvavo lists 350+ trading pairs — 50+ more than Levex.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Bitvavo | Levex | 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot Maker Fee | 0.15% | 0.10% | Levex |
| Spot Taker Fee | 0.25% | 0.10% | Levex |
| Futures Maker Fee | N/A | 0.02% | Levex |
| Futures Taker Fee | N/A | 0.06% | Levex |
| Max Leverage | N/A | 100x | Levex |
| Trading Pairs | 350+ | 300+ | Bitvavo |
| Copy Trading | No | No | — |
| Grid Bots | No | No | — |
| Insurance Fund | MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no quantified public insurance fund | Separate fund | — |
| KYC | Required | Yes | — |
| Rating | 4.4/5 | 2.8/5 | Bitvavo |
Bonus via CryptoExchangePicks
Bitvavo via CryptoExchangePicks
No bonus available
Levex via CryptoExchangePicks
600 USDT + VIP 5
30 days VIP 5 + 600 USDT Bonus
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