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Bullish Europe vs WhiteBIT EU

BaFin-licensed MiCA exchange with an institutional trading focusMiCA-regulated WhiteBIT EU structure with 0.1% spot fees

Updated: July 2026

WhiteBIT EU has been operating since 2018 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Bullish Europe, founded in 2021, is 3 years younger and positions itself as "BaFin-licensed MiCA exchange with an institutional trading focus". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.

When it comes to fees, Bullish Europe has the edge: 0.03% spot taker fee compared to 0.10% at WhiteBIT EU. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $7 per transaction. Additional perk at Bullish Europe: Bullish advertises no maker fees and 0-0.03% taker fees for individual accounts; market and tier dependent.

On the security front, Bullish Europe offers MiCA-regulated via Bullish Europe GmbH in Germany (BaFin) with an insurance fund of Full-reserve and custody focus; no quantified public insurance fund. WhiteBIT EU provides MiCA-regulated via WB-Shields Innovations GmbH in Austria and backs it with MiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.

Bullish Europe stands out with Institutional Liquidity, Automated Market Making, while WhiteBIT EU differentiates itself through Earn, Card. In terms of coin selection, WhiteBIT EU leads with 300+ trading pairs compared to Bullish Europe's Selected markets.

Bullish Europe
3.9
WhiteBIT EU
4.0
⚡ Quick Verdict

Bullish Europe and WhiteBIT EU are neck and neck with 2 categories won each and 7x tie. The choice depends on your priorities: fees, features, or regulation.

Which Exchange Is Better for You?

🎓Beginners
🏆 WhiteBIT EU

WhiteBIT EU offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Support.

💰Lowest Fees
🏆 Bullish Europe

Bullish Europe charges 0.03% spot taker fee plus Bullish advertises no maker fees and 0-0.03% taker fees for individual accounts; market and tier dependent.

🔒Maximum Security
🏆 Bullish Europe

Bullish Europe with MiCA-regulated via Bullish Europe GmbH in Germany (BaFin) and Full-reserve and custody focus; no quantified public insurance fund insurance fund.

🪙Altcoin Selection
🏆 WhiteBIT EU

WhiteBIT EU lists 300+ trading pairs — 300+ more than Bullish Europe.

Comparison Table

CriteriaBullish EuropeWhiteBIT EU🏆
Spot Maker Fee0.00%0.10%Bullish Europe
Spot Taker Fee0.03%0.10%Bullish Europe
Futures Maker FeeN/AN/A
Futures Taker FeeN/AN/A
Max LeverageN/AN/A
Trading PairsSelected markets300+WhiteBIT EU
Copy TradingNoNo
Grid BotsNoNo
Insurance FundFull-reserve and custody focus; no quantified public insurance fundMiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund
KYCRequiredRequired
Rating3.9/54/5WhiteBIT EU

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Fees in Detail

Bullish Europe

Spot Maker0% 🏆
Spot Taker0.03% 🏆
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
DiscountBullish advertises no maker fees and 0-0.03% taker fees for individual accounts; market and tier dependent

WhiteBIT EU

Spot Maker0.1%
Spot Taker0.1%
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
DiscountStandard spot fees are 0.1% maker / 0.1% taker; VIP discounts available
Bullish Europe or WhiteBIT EU — which exchange is better?
Bullish Europe and WhiteBIT EU are neck and neck with 2 categories won each. Bullish Europe excels with mica/casp entry via bullish europe gmbh in germany, while WhiteBIT EU counters with mica/casp entry via wb-shields innovations gmbh in austria. The decision comes down to your priorities.
How much can I save at Bullish Europe compared to WhiteBIT EU on fees?
Bullish Europe charges 0.03% spot taker fee vs. WhiteBIT EU's 0.10%. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $7 per transaction. Through CryptoExchangePicks, Bullish Europe also offers Bullish advertises no maker fees and 0-0.03% taker fees for individual accounts; market and tier dependent. Futures fees: compare futures rates on the detail pages.
Which exchange is safer — Bullish Europe or WhiteBIT EU?
Bullish Europe offers MiCA-regulated via Bullish Europe GmbH in Germany (BaFin) with an insurance fund of Full-reserve and custody focus; no quantified public insurance fund. WhiteBIT EU provides MiCA-regulated via WB-Shields Innovations GmbH in Austria backed by MiCA-regulated custody; no quantified public insurance fund. Both feature 2FA, Cold Storage and cold storage for customer funds. Check our detailed exchange reviews for a full security breakdown.
WhiteBIT EU or Bullish Europe — which has more cryptocurrencies?
WhiteBIT EU lists 300+ trading pairs, while Bullish Europe offers Selected markets. If you want to trade a wide range of altcoins or get early access to new projects, WhiteBIT EU is the better choice. Bullish Europe focuses on a curated selection, which can be less overwhelming for beginners.
Which exchange is easier to use — Bullish Europe or WhiteBIT EU?
WhiteBIT EU scores higher for beginners (7/10) thanks to an intuitive mobile app, easy deposit methods and Help Center/Support. Bullish Europe (score: 4/10) is also usable but has a steeper learning curve. For absolute beginners, try our Exchange Finder quiz.