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Kraken vs Gemini

Compare rates, fees, access, and key features side by side.

Kraken

Kraken

Kraken is a leading digital asset exchange platform that was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.The platform allows use...

CIR score4.3
Popular9.5K recent views
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Gemini

Gemini

Gemini is a long-running centralized crypto exchange located in the United States. It offers staking and earn programs.Gemini StakingGemini Staking is...

CIR score4.2
Popular4.6K recent views

General

Platform
Krakenlogo
Geminilogo
Founded
Kraken2011
Gemini2014
Headquarters
KrakenSan Francisco, CA
GeminiNew York, NY
Availability
KrakenWorldwide
GeminiAll 50 US states and 60+ countries

Fees & Financial

Bonus
Kraken$10 BTC + 10% fee discount
Gemini$15 in BTC when you trade $100
Token
Kraken
GeminiGUSD
Compounding
KrakenNo
GeminiNo
Payouts
KrakenWeekly
Gemini
Fees
KrakenYes
GeminiYes
Lockup
Kraken
GeminiNone
Maker Fee
Kraken0.16
Gemini0.35
Taker Fee
Kraken0.26
Gemini0.35

Cryptocurrency Rates

BTC Rate
Kraken0.02%
Gemini
BTC Max
Kraken
Gemini
ETH Rate
Kraken1.86%
Gemini3%
ETH Max
Kraken
Gemini
Stablecoin Rate
Kraken4.08%
Gemini

Kraken

Review

Pros

  • Full exchange services

Cons

  • 15% fee from staking rewards

Gemini

Review

Pros

  • Full exchange services available
  • No minimums

Cons

  • Limited to ETH and SOL staking