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Gate Europe vs WEEX

MiCA+PSD2 licensed Gate exchange for Europe with 269 spot pairsNewcomer with Apple Pay, 200x Leverage, and Aggressive Fee Discounts

Updated: June 2026

WEEX has been operating since 2018 and is one of the most established platforms in the industry. Gate Europe, founded in 2025, is 7 years younger and positions itself as "MiCA+PSD2 licensed Gate exchange for Europe with 269 spot pairs". Both exchanges cater to active crypto traders — but the differences in fees, coin selection, and regulation are significant.

Both Gate Europe and WEEX charge the same 0.10% spot taker fee. The difference shows in other areas: Gate Europe offers 0.1% maker/taker in the VIP 0 standard tier; lower than many global standard rates such as OKX 0.18%/0.30%, Bybit 0.10%/0.25% or Bitstamp 0.30%/0.40%; no futures fees in the EU offer, while WEEX provides Up to 70% discount when paying with WXT Token.

On the security front, Gate Europe offers MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926) with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund. WEEX provides Licenses USA (MSB)/Canada (MSB)/SVG; no MiCA license and backs it with 1,000 BTC + $10M USDT. Both platforms feature industry-standard security measures including 2FA, cold storage, and regular audits.

Gate Europe stands out with Spot Trading, Convert, Official crypto partner of Oracle Red Bull Racing in F1, while WEEX differentiates itself through Copy Trading, Launchpad, ETF Trading. In terms of coin selection, WEEX leads with 1700+ trading pairs compared to Gate Europe's 269 spot pairs.

Gate Europe
4.1
WEEX
4.0
⚡ Quick Verdict

WEEX wins the head-to-head comparison in 8 out of 11 categories (1x Gate Europe, 2x tie). However, Gate Europe has a higher overall rating (4.1 vs. 4).

Which Exchange Is Better for You?

🎓Beginners
🏆 Gate Europe

Gate Europe offers the easier onboarding experience, a polished mobile app and Help Center/Email.

💰Lowest Fees
⚖️ Tie

Identical spot fees of 0.10%. Compare futures fees and available discounts for the full picture.

🔒Maximum Security
🏆 Gate Europe

Gate Europe with MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926) and MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund insurance fund.

🪙Altcoin Selection
🏆 WEEX

WEEX lists 1700+ trading pairs — 1431+ more than Gate Europe.

👥Copy Trading
🏆 WEEX

Only WEEX offers copy trading. Gate Europe does not have this feature.

Comparison Table

CriteriaGate EuropeWEEX🏆
Spot Maker Fee0.10%0.00%WEEX
Spot Taker Fee0.10%0.10%
Futures Maker FeeN/A0.02%WEEX
Futures Taker FeeN/A0.08%WEEX
Max LeverageN/A200xWEEX
Trading Pairs269 spot pairs1700+WEEX
Copy TradingNoYes (Score 7)WEEX
Grid BotsNoNo
Insurance FundMiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund1,000 BTC + $10M USDTWEEX
KYCRequiredOptional up to 2 BTC/24hWEEX
Rating4.1/54/5Gate Europe

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Fees in Detail

Gate Europe

Spot Maker0.1%
Spot Taker0.1%
Futures MakerN/A
Futures TakerN/A
Discount0.1% maker/taker in the VIP 0 standard tier; lower than many global standard rates such as OKX 0.18%/0.30%, Bybit 0.10%/0.25% or Bitstamp 0.30%/0.40%; no futures fees in the EU offer

WEEX

Spot Maker0% 🏆
Spot Taker0.1%
Futures Maker0.02%
Futures Taker0.08%
DiscountUp to 70% discount when paying with WXT Token
Gate Europe or WEEX — which exchange is better?
WEEX wins the comparison in 8 out of 11 categories. Gate Europe takes 1 categories, with 2 ties. WEEX excels with over 1700 trading pairs — largest selection in comparison, while Gate Europe counters with mica+psd2 licensed exchange through malta's mfsa. The best choice depends on your individual priorities — both are reputable trading platforms.
Do Gate Europe and WEEX have the same fees?
Yes, both charge 0.10% spot taker fee (maker: 0.10%). Futures fees are also identical. The difference is in fee discounts: Gate Europe offers 0.1% maker/taker in the VIP 0 standard tier; lower than many global standard rates such as OKX 0.18%/0.30%, Bybit 0.10%/0.25% or Bitstamp 0.30%/0.40%; no futures fees in the EU offer, WEEX offers Up to 70% discount when paying with WXT Token.
Which exchange is safer — Gate Europe or WEEX?
Gate Europe offers MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926) with an insurance fund of MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund. WEEX provides Licenses USA (MSB)/Canada (MSB)/SVG; no MiCA license backed by 1,000 BTC + $10M USDT. Both feature 2FA, Anti-Phishing and cold storage for customer funds. Check our detailed exchange reviews for a full security breakdown.
WEEX or Gate Europe — which has more cryptocurrencies?
WEEX lists 1700+ trading pairs, while Gate Europe offers 269 spot pairs. If you want to trade a wide range of altcoins or get early access to new projects, WEEX is the better choice. Gate Europe focuses on a curated selection, which can be less overwhelming for beginners.
Can I use copy trading on Gate Europe like on WEEX?
No, Gate Europe does not currently offer copy trading. WEEX has a mature copy trading platform (score: 7/10) where you can automatically mirror successful traders. If copy trading matters to you, WEEX is the clear choice.
Which exchange is easier to use — Gate Europe or WEEX?
Gate Europe scores higher for beginners (7/10) thanks to an intuitive mobile app, easy deposit methods and Help Center/Email. WEEX (score: 6/10) is also usable but has a steeper learning curve. For absolute beginners, try our Exchange Finder quiz.