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Bybit Europe vs Gate Europe

MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, bots, Earn and card — MiCA+PSD2 licensed Gate Europe spot, convert, staking and card offer

Updated: September 2026

Bybit Europe and Gate Europe are among the most popular crypto exchanges for active traders. Bybit Europe positions itself as "MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, bots, Earn and card", while Gate Europe competes with "MiCA+PSD2 licensed Gate Europe spot, convert, staking and card offer". Where do the key differences lie — and which platform is the better fit for your needs?

When it comes to fees, Gate Europe has the edge: 0.10% spot taker fee compared to 0.25% at Bybit Europe. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $15 per transaction. Additional perk at Gate Europe: VIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff.

Regulatory scope: Bybit Europe: MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA). Gate Europe: MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926). Protection and reserve disclosures: Bybit Europe: MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer; Gate Europe: MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund.

Bybit Europe stands out with Spot Margin, Spot Grid, DCA Bot, while Gate Europe differentiates itself through Convert, Staking, Official crypto partner of Oracle Red Bull Racing in F1. In terms of coin selection, Bybit Europe leads with 133+ spot pairs trading pairs compared to Gate Europe's EU spot offering.

Editorial CryptoExchangePicks Ratings

Bybit Europe
4.3
Gate Europe
4.1
⚡ Quick Verdict

Bybit Europe wins the head-to-head comparison in 4 out of 11 categories (1x Gate Europe, 6x tie).

Which Exchange Is Better for You?

🎓Beginners
⚖️ Tie

Both exchanges are beginner-friendly with intuitive interfaces and responsive support.

💰Lowest Fees
🏆 Gate Europe

Gate Europe charges 0.10% spot taker fee plus VIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff.

🔒Maximum Security
🏆 Bybit Europe

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

🪙Altcoin Selection
🏆 Bybit Europe

Bybit Europe lists 133+ spot pairs trading pairs — 133+ more than Gate Europe.

🤖Grid Bots
🏆 Bybit Europe

Only Bybit Europe offers grid bots (Spot Grid, DCA Bot).

Comparison Table

CriteriaBybit EuropeGate Europe🏆
Spot Maker Fee0.10%0.10%—
Spot Taker Fee0.25%0.10%Gate Europe
Futures Maker FeeN/AN/A—
Futures Taker FeeN/AN/A—
Max Leverage10x spot marginN/ABybit Europe
Trading Pairs133+ spot pairsEU spot offeringBybit Europe
Copy TradingNoNo—
Grid BotsYes (2 Types)NoBybit Europe
Insurance FundMiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offerMiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund—
KYCRequiredRequired—
Editorial Rating4.3/54.1/5Bybit Europe

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Fees in Detail

Bybit Europe

Spot Maker0.1%
Spot Taker0.25%
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
DiscountVIP0 crypto spot/spot-margin: 0.10% maker / 0.25% taker; scheduled to become 0.25% / 0.25% on 5 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC

Gate Europe

Spot Maker0.1%
Spot Taker0.1% 🏆
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
DiscountVIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff
Bybit Europe or Gate Europe — which exchange is better?
Bybit Europe leads the editorial comparison in 4 out of 11 categories. Gate Europe takes 1 categories, with 6 ties. Bybit Europe excels with mica-regulated via austria (fma), while Gate Europe counters with mica+psd2 licensed exchange through malta's mfsa. The best choice depends on your individual priorities.
How much can I save at Gate Europe compared to Bybit Europe on fees?
Gate Europe charges 0.10% spot taker fee vs. Bybit Europe's 0.25%. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $15 per transaction. Additional fee note for Gate Europe: VIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff. Futures fees: compare futures rates on the detail pages.
Which exchange is safer — Bybit Europe or Gate Europe?
Bybit Europe: MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA); listed security measures: 2FA, Anti-Phishing, KYC; protection/reserve disclosure: MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer. Gate Europe: MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926); listed security measures: 2FA, Anti-Phishing, MFSA supervision; protection/reserve disclosure: MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund.
Bybit Europe or Gate Europe — which has more cryptocurrencies?
Bybit Europe lists 133+ spot pairs trading pairs, while Gate Europe offers EU spot offering. If you want to trade a wide range of altcoins or get early access to new projects, Bybit Europe is the better choice. Gate Europe focuses on a curated selection, which can be less overwhelming for beginners.
Does Gate Europe offer grid bots like Bybit Europe?
No. Bybit Europe offers 2 bot types (Spot Grid, DCA Bot) for automated trading. Gate Europe does not have this feature. Grid bots work best in sideways markets and can trade 24/7.
Which exchange is easier to use — Bybit Europe or Gate Europe?
Bybit Europe scores higher for beginners (7/10) thanks to an intuitive mobile app, easy deposit methods and 24/7 Support/Support Ticket. Gate Europe (score: 7/10) is also usable but has a steeper learning curve. For absolute beginners, try our Exchange Finder quiz.