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Gate Europe vs WEEX

MiCA+PSD2 licensed Gate Europe spot, convert, staking and card offer — Newcomer with Apple Pay, 200x Leverage, and Aggressive Fee Discounts

Updated: September 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 Europe spot, convert, staking and card offer". 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 VIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff, while WEEX provides Up to 70% discount when paying with WXT Token.

Regulatory scope: Gate Europe: MiCA+PSD2 licensed exchange through Gate Technology Ltd in Malta (MFSA, CASP Authorisation ID GTEC-25238; Financial Institution Authorisation ID GTEC-25926). WEEX: Licenses USA (MSB)/Canada (MSB)/SVG; no MiCA license. Protection and reserve disclosures: Gate Europe: MiCA-regulated custody with segregated client assets; no publicly quantified EU insurance fund; WEEX: 1,000 BTC + $10M USDT.

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 EU spot offering.

Editorial CryptoExchangePicks Ratings

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

🪙Altcoin Selection
🏆 WEEX

WEEX lists 1700+ trading pairs — 1700+ 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 PairsEU spot offering1700+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
Editorial 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
DiscountVIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff

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 leads the editorial 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.
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 VIP0 spot: 0.10% maker / 0.10% taker; no publicly confirmed EU futures tariff, WEEX offers Up to 70% discount when paying with WXT Token.
Which exchange is safer — Gate Europe or WEEX?
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. WEEX: Licenses USA (MSB)/Canada (MSB)/SVG; no MiCA license; listed security measures: 2FA, Anti-Phishing, IP Whitelist; protection/reserve disclosure: 1,000 BTC + $10M USDT.
WEEX or Gate Europe — which has more cryptocurrencies?
WEEX lists 1700+ 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, 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.