Binance vs KuCoin Trading Fees
Fee comparison between Binance and KuCoin — futures and spot maker/taker rates, token discounts, altcoin access, and which exchange suits your trading style.
Binance
Advantages
- Lower futures taker fee: 0.040% vs 0.060%
- Higher max leverage: 125× vs 100×
- Better liquidity on all major pairs
- Stronger regulatory standing
Disadvantages
- Higher spot maker fee: 0.100% vs 0.080%
- Weaker token discount: BNB 10% vs KCS 20%
- Restricted in more regions
KuCoin
Advantages
- Lower spot maker fee: 0.080% vs 0.100%
- Stronger KCS discount: 20% vs BNB's 10%
- Larger altcoin selection: 700+ pairs
- Available in regions where Binance is restricted
Disadvantages
- Higher futures taker fee: 0.060% vs 0.040%
- Lower max leverage: 100× vs 125×
- Lower liquidity on major pairs
Fee Reference
FeatureBinanceKuCoin
Futures maker fee0.020%0.020%
Futures taker fee0.040%0.060%
Spot maker fee0.100%0.080%
Spot taker fee0.100%0.100%
Exchange token discountBNB (10%)KCS (20%)
After token discount (futures taker)0.036%0.048%
Max futures leverage125×100×
BTC futures liquidityIndustry leadingGood
Altcoin selectionWideVery wide (700+)
Regulatory standingHigh (Binance.US for US)Moderate