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Bybit Europe vs OKX Europe
MiCA-regulated Bybit EU platform with spot, margin, Earn and card — EU-Regulated Top Exchange with Proof of Reserves and Web3 Wallet
Updated: June 2026
OKX Europe has been operating since 2017 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Bybit Europe, founded in 2025, is 8 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.
Both Bybit Europe and OKX Europe charge the same 0.10% spot taker fee. The difference shows in other areas: Bybit Europe offers Spot fees from 0.1% maker/taker; futures fees are not part of the EU offer, while OKX Europe provides Spot with an opened X-Perps account: Regular 0.08% maker / 0.10% taker; without an X-Perps account: 0.20% maker / 0.35% taker.
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. OKX Europe provides MiCA-regulated via OKX Europe in Malta; passporting across the EEA and backs it with $35.4B USD Proof of Reserves. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.
Bybit Europe stands out with Spot Trading, Margin, Bybit Card, while OKX Europe differentiates itself through Regulated X-Perps, Web3 Wallet, DEX Aggregator. In terms of coin selection, OKX Europe leads with 300+ trading pairs compared to Bybit Europe's EU spot/margin offer.
OKX Europe wins the head-to-head comparison in 6 out of 11 categories (1x Bybit Europe, 4x tie). However, Bybit Europe has a higher overall rating (4.3 vs. 4.2).
Which Exchange Is Better for You?
Bybit Europe offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Email/Ticket.
Identical spot fees of 0.10%. Compare futures fees and available discounts for the full picture.
OKX Europe with MiCA-regulated via OKX Europe in Malta; passporting across the EEA and $35.4B USD Proof of Reserves insurance fund.
OKX Europe lists 300+ trading pairs — 300+ more than Bybit Europe.
Comparison Table
| Criteria | Bybit Europe | OKX Europe | 🏆 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spot Maker Fee | 0.10% | 0.08% | OKX Europe |
| Spot Taker Fee | 0.10% | 0.10% | — |
| Futures Maker Fee | N/A | 0.02% | OKX Europe |
| Futures Taker Fee | N/A | 0.05% | OKX Europe |
| Max Leverage | N/A | 10x | OKX Europe |
| Trading Pairs | EU spot/margin offer | 300+ | OKX Europe |
| Copy Trading | No | No | — |
| 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 | $35.4B USD Proof of Reserves | OKX Europe |
| KYC | Required | Required (Gov-ID + Facial Recognition) | — |
| Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.2/5 | Bybit Europe |
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