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Disentangling the 15 Top Rated Crypto Trading Platforms

Investing in cryptocurrency can be one of the most lucrative ventures. However a number of individuals are not quite sure of where to start, yet they have the interest of investing in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash and Dogecoin among others.

The first prudent step is to analyze the crypto exchange platforms and choose the one that best suits your desire.

15 best crypto exchanging Sites in 2021

  1. Coinbase: Coinbase is the most popular crypto exchange platform that is based in San Fransisco. Many people prefer Coinbase, because when you open an account with them you get a $5 bonus. The platform also offers a referral commission starting from $10. The site allows users to buy and sell bitcoin, Ethereum and Litecoin among other cryptocurrencies and charges some fee for the transactions.

  2. Gemini: Gemini was launched in 2014 by Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss and is one of the few crypto exchange platforms that guarantee high security on investment. The platform is popular because when you open a Gemini account and deposit $100, a bonus of $10 is granted.

  3. BlockFi: BlockFi is a crypto investment platform that allows the user to lend and earn interest on his or her digital assets. The user can also borrow against his or her holdings. You can use your bitcoin asset as collateral for a loan. Deposits attract up to 10 percent bonus of the investment value. 

  4. Kraken: The platform boasts of trust and confidence. This site allows you to trade in Doge among other high risk ventures. The platform is limited to US customers.

  5. Robinhood: The site offers free crypto exchange. The platform is quote similar to stock trading and there is no commission for buying or selling bitcoin. The platform only offers Bitcoin and Ethereum exchange. 

  6. eToro:  eToro is the world’s leading social trading platform that deals with both stocks and cryptocurrencies. Beginners in Bitcoin investment are advised to opt for this crypto investing platform. It offers a variety of exchanges in digital assets. It has a copy-trading system that allows you to learn from other users. Currently, eToro is providing a $50 bonus to new customers who invest over $1,000. The offer will expire on May 15, 2021.

  7. Bitcoin IRA: Bitcoin IRA allows one to exchange currency that is subjected to taxation. It is among the most secure platforms used by clients across the world. Their website uses a security service that protects it against online assault.

  8. Crypto.com: Crypto.com is based in Hong Kong and is the fastest growing crypto exchange platform that is accessible across the globe. The major problem of Crypto.com is that it is only accessed via a mobile app. It supports the following payment methods: Crypto, credit/ debit card and wire transfers.

  9. Binance: An exciting platform into currencies like Neo or Cardano. 

  10. Hodlnaut: Just like BlockFi, the platform lets you to lend your crypto holdings and earn interest in return. The site also offers digital asset loans.

  11. Coinmama: Coinmama is a crypto trading firm from Israel and offers instant bitcoin purchases with a variety of payment options. However, the site has a complicated fee structure.

  12. Bisq: The crypto investing platform contains decentralized features that enhance privacy and upholds anonymity when purchasing and selling bitcoin. The platform is hosted on a desktop application that allows you to exchange bitcoin for national currencies. However, it is not ideal for active traders due to slowed transaction processes.

  13. BitStamp: Bitstamp was launched in 2011 and is among the oldest crypto trading platforms. The site offers easy registration and has a less hostile exchange process. The transaction fee is lower, making it the most competitive site in the market.

  14. Changelly: Changelly supports more than 160 cryptocurrencies. It is among the fastest crypto exchanges and was found by Konstantine Gladych in 2013. Payment methods include credit/ debit card, crypto and bank transfer.

  15. Bitmex: The trading platform deals with over 5 crypto exchanges which include Bitcoin, Ethereum, Litecoin, Bitcoin Cash etc. Its trading fees are comparatively low and are determined by the type of cryptocurrency and fiat currencies involved in the transaction. It only supports Crypto payment method.


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