MEXC vs KuCoin Trading Fees
Fee comparison between MEXC and KuCoin — MEXC's zero maker fee structure vs KuCoin's KCS discount. Which is cheaper for spot and futures trading?
MEXC
Advantages
- Zero futures maker fee
- Futures taker fee 0.010% vs 0.060%
- Zero spot maker fee
- Spot taker fee 0.050% vs 0.100%
- Higher max leverage: 200× vs 100×
Disadvantages
- No exchange token discount
- Lower liquidity on some pairs
- Less established brand
KuCoin
Advantages
- KCS token discount: 20% fee reduction on all trades
- Larger altcoin selection: 700+ pairs
- Longer track record and established brand
- Better liquidity on altcoin pairs
Disadvantages
- Higher fees across all categories
- Lower max leverage: 100× vs 200×
Fee Reference
FeatureMEXCKuCoin
Futures maker fee0.000%0.020%
Futures taker fee0.010%0.060%
Spot maker fee0.000%0.080%
Spot taker fee0.050%0.100%
Exchange token discountNoneKCS (20%)
After KCS discount (futures taker)0.010%0.048%
Max futures leverage200×100×
Altcoin selectionVery wideVery wide (700+)
Copy tradingYesYes
Platform maturity / track recordModerateEstablished