{"id":453890,"date":"2022-07-12T15:14:11","date_gmt":"2022-07-12T14:14:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/?p=453890"},"modified":"2026-01-22T15:07:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T15:07:51","slug":"kraken-vs-coinbase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchange-reviews\/kraken-vs-coinbase","title":{"rendered":"Kraken vs Coinbase"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ukfcyfixeddisclaimer\" class=\"visible no-margin-top\" data-template=\"masthead-two-columns\">\n<div id=\"ukfcyfixeddisclaimerbody\" class=\"text-center fin-text-white\" data-nosnippet><strong>Don't invest unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. <u id=\"ukfcydscmdl\" onclick=\"ukfcyshowmodal();\">Take 2 mins to learn more<\/u>.<\/strong><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<style>\n@media (max-width: 767px) { .fixeddisclaimerbody { letter-spacing: -0.4px; } }\n@media (min-width: 1350px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 24px !important; } .gn svg.w-\\[16px\\].h-\\[9px\\] { margin-top: 24px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 1349px) and (min-width: 701px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 48px !important; } .gn svg.w-\\[16px\\].h-\\[9px\\] { margin-top: 48px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 700px) and (min-width: 481px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 68px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 480px) and (min-width: 381px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 86px !important; } }\n@media (max-width: 380px) { #page, #side-nav-container { padding-top: 102px !important; } }\n#ukfcyfixeddisclaimer { top: 0; left: 0; position: fixed; right: 0; width: 100%; z-index: 40001; text-align: center; }\n#ukfcyfixeddisclaimerbody { line-height: 1.2; background-color: #6c7881; overflow: hidden; letter-spacing: -0.2px; padding: 4px 3px 5px 3px; }\n#ukfcymodal { z-index: 40002; }\n#ukfcymodalclosereal { z-index: 40003; position: fixed; left: 0; right: 0; top: 0; bottom: 0; }\n#modal-content { z-index: 40004; }\n.gn .nav-slideout--active { top: auto !important; }\n.gn .fixed { position: static !important; }\n#ukfcydscmdl { cursor: pointer; }\n<\/style>\n\n\n<div class=\"docsModal\">\n<section class=\"luna-modal\" aria-hidden=\"false\" role=\"dialog\" id=\"ukfcymodal\" aria-labelledby=\"modal-heading\" aria-describedby=\"modal-content\" tabindex=\"-1\">\n<div class=\"luna-modal__content\">\n<button id=\"ukfcymodalclose\" class=\"luna-modal__close\" type=\"button\" aria-label=\"Close modal\">\n<svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#close\"><\/use><\/svg>\n<\/button>\n<div id=\"ukfcymodalclosereal\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"luna-modal__body\" id=\"modal-content\">\n<div class=\"luna-modal__wrapper\">\n\n<p><strong>Estimated reading time: 2 min<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p>Due to the potential for losses, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) considers this investment to be high risk.<\/p>\n\n<h4 id=\"modal-heading\">What are the key risks?<\/h4>\n\n<p>1. You could lose all the money you invest<\/p>\n\n<ul> \n<li>The performance of most cryptoassets can be highly volatile, with their value dropping as quickly as it can rise. You should be prepared to lose all the money you invest in cryptoassets.<\/li>\n<li>The cryptoasset market is largely unregulated. There is a risk of losing money or any cryptoassets you purchase due to risks such as cyber-attacks, financial crime and firm failure.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>2. You should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) doesn't protect this type of investment because it's not a 'specified investment' under the UK regulatory regime \u2013 in other words, this type of investment isn't recognised as the sort of investment that the FSCS can protect. Learn more by using the FSCS <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fscs.org.uk\/check\/investmentprotection-checker\">investment protection checker<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>The Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) will not be able to consider complaints related to this firm or Protection from the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) does not cover poor investment performance. If you have a complaint against an FCA regulated firm, FOS may be able to consider it. Learn more about FOS protection <a href=\"https:\/\/www.financialombudsman.org.uk\/consumers\">here<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>3. You may not be able to sell your investment when you want to<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>There is no guarantee that investments in cryptoassets can be easily sold at any given time. The ability to sell a cryptoasset depends on various factors, including the supply and demand in the market at that time.<\/li>\n<li>Operational failings such as technology outages, cyber-attacks and comingling of funds could cause unwanted delay and you may be unable to sell your cryptoassets at the time you want.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>4. Cryptoasset investments can be complex<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Investments in cryptoassets can be complex, making it difficult to understand the risks associated with the investment.<\/li>\n<li>You should do your own research before investing. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>5. Don't put all your eggs in one basket<\/p>\n\n<ul>\n<li>Putting all your money into a single type of investment is risky. Spreading your money across different investments makes you less dependent on any one to do well.<\/li>\n<li>A good rule of thumb is not to invest more than 10% of your money in high-risk investments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>If you are interested in learning more about how to protect yourself, visit the FCA's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fca.org.uk\/investsmart\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<p>For further information about cryptoassets, visit the FCA's website <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fca.org.uk\/investsmart\/crypto-basics\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<script>\nfunction ukfcyshowmodal() {\nvar infomodal = document.getElementById(\"ukfcymodal\");\ninfomodal.classList.add('is-visible');\ninfomodal.setAttribute(\"aria-hidden\", \"false\");\ndocument.getElementById(\"ukfcymodalclosereal\").addEventListener('click',function()\n{\nvar infomodal = document.getElementById(\"ukfcymodal\");\ninfomodal.classList.remove('is-visible');\ninfomodal.setAttribute(\"aria-hidden\", \"true\");\n});\n};\n<\/script>Kraken is the smaller of the 2 exchanges, with 9 million users compared to Coinbase\u2019s 98 million. Where Coinbase is known for its beginner-friendly approach, Kraken is more focused on advanced traders. With a number of Kraken\u2019s services not available in the UK, does it have enough on offer to compete with Coinbase?<h3>Round 1: Vital statistics<\/h3><div data-category=\"\" data-niche=\"GXFCY\" data-fieldset=\"vitalstatistics\" class=\"GXFCY vitalstatistics \">\n        <table class=\"i_infobox product_infobox\">\n        <tbody><tr><th><\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/kraken-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png\" alt=\"Kraken logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/coinbase-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png\" alt=\"Coinbase logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Overall rating<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><span class=\"luna-stars luna-stars__fill--80 luna-stars--yellow\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><span class=\"luna-stars luna-stars__fill--80 luna-stars--yellow\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Costs rating<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><span class=\"luna-stars luna-stars__fill--40 luna-stars--yellow\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><span class=\"luna-stars luna-stars__fill--80 luna-stars--yellow\">\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>FCA-registered<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--success luna-icon--medium\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#check\"><\/use><\/svg> <span class=\"table-popover\" style=\"line-height: 36px;\" rel=\"popover\" data-content=\"Crypto isn't regulated in the UK. The FCA has a register of companies that have passed checks for anti-money laundering. The list can be viewed at &lt;a href='https:\/\/register.fca.org.uk\/s\/search?predefined=CA' target='_blank'&gt;the FCA site&lt;\/a&gt;.\" title=\"FCA registration\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--success luna-icon--medium\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#check\"><\/use><\/svg> <span class=\"table-popover\" style=\"line-height: 36px;\" rel=\"popover\" data-content=\"Crypto isn't regulated in the UK. The FCA has a register of companies that have passed checks for anti-money laundering. The list can be viewed at &lt;a href='https:\/\/register.fca.org.uk\/s\/search?predefined=CA' target='_blank'&gt;the FCA site&lt;\/a&gt;.\" title=\"FCA registration\" data-original-title=\"\"><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Exchange location<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">UK\/US<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">US<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Offers a debit card<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--error luna-icon--medium\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#close\"><\/use><\/svg><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><svg class=\"luna-icon luna-icon--success luna-icon--medium\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#check\"><\/use><\/svg><\/td><\/tr><tr><th><\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":null,\"badges\":[\"finder_awards\"],\"productId\":\"508c660e-c2e9-4381-b137-368eac23bb3a\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/gx\/cryptocurrency\/kraken-exchange-uk-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=uk&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22infobox%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22vitalstatistics%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2225978%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22GXFCY%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22508c660e-c2e9-4381-b137-368eac23bb3a%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Kraken%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22453890%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22cryptocurrency%252Fexchange-reviews%252Fkraken-vs-coinbase%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22uk%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium has-margin-bottom-xsmall button--cta\" title=\"Go to Kraken's site\">Go to site<\/a><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":null,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4e5d1d07-20eb-4ce4-9979-8ac011b31cac\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/gx\/cryptocurrency\/coinbase-uk-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=uk&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22infobox%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22vitalstatistics%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2217163%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22GXFCY%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%224e5d1d07-20eb-4ce4-9979-8ac011b31cac%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Coinbase%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22453890%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22cryptocurrency%252Fexchange-reviews%252Fkraken-vs-coinbase%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22uk%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium has-margin-bottom-xsmall button--cta\" title=\"Go to Coinbase's site\">Go to site<\/a><\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table><\/div><p>Kraken is one of the crypto exchanges registered (as Payward Ltd) with the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). While crypto isn\u2019t regulated in the UK, it does mean that Kraken has passed checks for anti-money laundering and terrorism financing. Only crypto companies operating in the UK need to register. The FCA has banned crypto platforms from selling crypto derivatives to UK users. As a lot of Kraken\u2019s advanced trading services are focused on margin trading and futures, there is quite a lot of it that you won\u2019t be able to use as a UK resident. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Tie<\/p><h3>Round 2: Supported coins<\/h3><div data-category=\"\" data-niche=\"GXFCY\" data-fieldset=\"coin\" class=\"GXFCY coin \">\n        <table class=\"i_infobox product_infobox\">\n        <tbody><tr><th><\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/kraken-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png\" alt=\"Kraken logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/coinbase-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png\" alt=\"Coinbase logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Number of tradeable crypto assets<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">469<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">256<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table><\/div><p>Kraken and Coinbase are pretty evenly matched when it comes to coins. There is support for the major coins on both exchanges, but also a large number of niche coins. You are most likely to find what you need with either platform. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Tie <\/p><h3>Round 3: Supported fiat currencies<\/h3><div data-category=\"\" data-niche=\"GXFCY\" data-fieldset=\"fiat\" class=\"GXFCY fiat \">\n        <table class=\"i_infobox product_infobox\">\n        <tbody><tr><th><\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/kraken-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png\" alt=\"Kraken logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/coinbase-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png\" alt=\"Coinbase logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Number of supported fiat currencies<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">7<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">23<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table><\/div><p>Coinbase\u2019s size and global reach mean that it wins when it comes to the number of fiat currencies supported. Kraken does cover the popular ones \u2013 most importantly GBP \u2013 but Coinbase has more variety in the mix. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Coinbase<\/p><h3>Round 4: Fees<\/h3><div data-category=\"\" data-niche=\"GXFCY\" data-fieldset=\"fees\" class=\"GXFCY fees \">\n        <table class=\"i_infobox product_infobox\">\n        <tbody><tr><th><\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/kraken-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png\" alt=\"Kraken logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66f190d28c6bb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/uk\/cryptocurrency\/exchanges\/coinbase-exchange-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png\" alt=\"Coinbase logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/623097f3de10c.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Minimum deposits<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">\u00a31<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">\u00a350<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Deposit Fees<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Cash: Free up to \u00a321 depending on method of deposit<br>Cryptocurrency: Mostly free but requires a minimum balance to deposit<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">ACH: Free<br>Wire transfer: $10<br>SEPA: \u20ac0.15<br>SWIFT: Free<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Trading fee<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Instant buy: 1% plus spread<br>Maker fee: 0-0.25%<br>Taker fee: 0.08-0.4%<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Instant buy: Up to 3.99% plus spread<br>Maker fee: 0-0.6%<br>Taker fee: 0.05-1.2%<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Withdrawal Fees<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Cash: Free up to \u00a335 depending on method of withdrawal (min. withdrawal \u00a31)<br>Cryptocurrency: Minimum withdrawal requirement and flat-rate withdrawal fee that varies for each cryptocurrency<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">ACH: Free<br>Wire transfer: $25<br>SEPA: \u20ac0.15<br>SWIFT: \u00a31<\/td><\/tr><tr><th>Deposit methods<\/th><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Bank transfer,           Cryptocurrency,           Debit card,           PayPal,           Faster Payments (FPS),           Apple Pay,           Google Pay,          SWIFT<\/td><td class=\"i_infobox_data product_infobox_data\">Bank transfer,           Credit card,           Cryptocurrency,           Debit card,          PayPal<\/td><\/tr>\n        <\/tbody>\n        <\/table><\/div><p>Coinbase can be a bit confusing when it comes to fees. It\u2019s not particularly transparent, which makes it hard to know how much you\u2019ll pay for each transaction. Overall, its deposit fees are higher than Kraken\u2019s but its trading fees are lower. Kraken is quite pricey \u2013 charging a trading fee as well as a spread, which can add up quickly. However, both platforms have Pro versions which offer discounted fees for frequent traders. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Coinbase<\/p><h3>Round 5: Wallets<\/h3><p>Kraken doesn\u2019t provide a personal wallet service. Instead, it allows you to deposit funds into its corporate wallet while the funds are being exchanged or used for staking. In stark contrast, Coinbase has a self-custody wallet so you can remain in complete control of your cryptoassets. It\u2019s separate from the Coinbase exchange, although it is compatible to use with your Coinbase account. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Coinbase<\/p><h3>Round 6: Ease of Use<\/h3><p>Kraken is a solid choice for users who want to expand their knowledge of cryptocurrency. However, its UI is geared more towards advanced trading and can be overwhelming for a new trader who is unfamiliar with charting or some of the terminology. Coinbase is well-known for having a beginner-friendly interface and the volume on the exchange makes it easy to quickly buy or sell at any time. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Coinbase<\/p><h3>Round 7: Security<\/h3><p>The size and scale of both platforms mean that they\u2019re considered some of the most secure. Coinbase did experience a hack in October 2021, but all affected customers were reimbursed. Both have insurance in place and conduct regular security audits. Kraken slightly edges it, since it has never experienced a hack and the fact it is on the FCA\u2019s cryptoasset firm register. <\/p><p><b>Winner:<\/b> Kraken<\/p><h3>Verdict: Is Coinbase better than Kraken?<\/h3><p>Coinbase wins overall but they\u2019re both strong contenders. They have a wealth of educational resources and a good amount of supported coins, and are established enough to make buying and selling crypto easy. Coinbase just edges out Kraken, though, for its ease of use and more competitive fees. Kraken is more set up for advanced traders, so if you\u2019re a beginner this may be overwhelming. Added to this, UK users aren\u2019t eligible for some of its services, so you may find more value using Coinbase. <\/p><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--alt\"><div class=\"luna-card__block has-padding-small\"><p class=\"has-margin-bottom-xsmall\">*Cryptocurrencies aren't regulated in the UK and there's no protection from the Financial Ombudsman or the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Your capital is at risk. Capital gains tax on profits may apply.<\/p><p>Cryptocurrencies are speculative and investing in them involves significant risks - they're highly volatile, vulnerable to hacking and sensitive to secondary activity. The value of investments can fall as well as rise and you may get back less than you invested. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. This content shouldn't be interpreted as a recommendation to invest. Before you invest, you should get advice and decide whether the potential return outweighs the risks. 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