VS
Bybit Europe vs MEXC
MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, Earn and card — The Altcoin Machine with 0% Maker Fees and Massive Selection
Updated: June 2026
MEXC has been operating since 2018 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Bybit Europe, founded in 2025, is 7 years younger and positions itself as "MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, Earn and card". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.
When it comes to fees, MEXC has the edge: 0.05% spot taker fee compared to 0.10% at Bybit Europe. On a $10,000 trade, that's a saving of $5 per transaction. Additional perk at MEXC: 10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + MX Token discounts.
On the security front, Bybit Europe offers MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA) with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer. MEXC provides No MiCA license; on the ESMA non-compliance list (AFM warning, Sept 2025) and backs it with $657M USD. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.
Bybit Europe stands out with Spot Trading, Margin, Earn, while MEXC differentiates itself through Launchpad, ETF Trading, DeFi Vault. In terms of coin selection, MEXC leads with 2600+ trading pairs compared to Bybit Europe's EU spot/margin offer.
MEXC wins the head-to-head comparison in 10 out of 11 categories (0x Bybit Europe, 1x tie). MEXC offers lower fees.
Which Exchange Is Better for You?
Bybit Europe offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Email/Ticket.
MEXC charges 0.05% spot taker fee plus 10% fee rebate on Spot & Futures via CryptoExchangePicks.com + MX Token discounts.
Bybit Europe with MiCA-regulated via Bybit EU GmbH in Austria (FMA) and MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer insurance fund.
MEXC lists 2600+ trading pairs — 2600+ more than Bybit Europe.
Only MEXC offers copy trading. Bybit Europe does not have this feature.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Bybit Europe | MEXC | 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot Maker Fee | 0.10% | 0.00% | MEXC |
| Spot Taker Fee | 0.10% | 0.05% | MEXC |
| Futures Maker Fee | N/A | 0.00% | MEXC |
| Futures Taker Fee | N/A | 0.02% | MEXC |
| Max Leverage | N/A | 200x | MEXC |
| Trading Pairs | EU spot/margin offer | 2600+ | MEXC |
| Copy Trading | No | Yes (Score 7) | MEXC |
| Grid Bots | No | No | — |
| Insurance Fund | MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; the global derivatives insurance fund is not part of the EU futures offer | $657M USD | MEXC |
| KYC | Required | Optional up to 30k USDT/24h | MEXC |
| Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.4/5 | MEXC |
Bonus via CryptoExchangePicks
Bybit Europe via CryptoExchangePicks
No bonus available
MEXC via CryptoExchangePicks
10% Fee-Back + 8,000 USDT
10% fee rebate + up to 8,000 USDT welcome bonus
Fees in Detail
Bybit Europe
MEXC
Bybit Europe or MEXC — which exchange is better?
How much can I save at MEXC compared to Bybit Europe on fees?
Which exchange is safer — Bybit Europe or MEXC?
MEXC or Bybit Europe — which has more cryptocurrencies?
Can I use copy trading on Bybit Europe like on MEXC?
Which exchange is easier to use — Bybit Europe or MEXC?
Not sure which exchange?
Check out our category rankings