Compare Kraken vs Coinbase perpetuals: funding rates, fees, open interest, trading volume, liquidity, liquidation data and regulatory compliance updated in real-time.
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About | Kraken, founded in 2011 by Jesse Powell, is a top choice for US-based perpetuals traders, offering unmatched regulatory compliance. Headquartered in San Francisco, Kraken serves 10M+ users globally, providing spot, margin (up to 5x), futures trading, staking, and institutional-grade services. Licensed by major regulators including the US MSB and UK's FCA, Kraken secures funds through audited Proof of Reserves, SOC 2 certification, and ISO 27001 standards. | Coinbase, founded in 2012 by Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam, offers regulated crypto futures through Coinbase Financial Markets (CFM) for US traders, approved by the CFTC. Internationally, Coinbase provides perpetual futures via Coinbase Advanced, with 90+ markets, up to 20x leverage, and USDC settlement. Licensed globally (US, UK FCA, Germany BaFin), Coinbase secures funds through audited reserves, NASDAQ-listed transparency, and cold storage custody. |
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Spot Assets | 369 | 285 |
Perpetual Contracts | USDC and USDT | USDC only |
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Taker Fees | 0.05 % | 0.6 % |
Maker Fees | 0.02 % | 0.4 % |
Perpetual Contract Types | USDC and USDT | USDC only |
Available Leverage | 50x | 20x |
Regulation | Tier-1 Regulators including FCA (UK), BaFin (Germany), CySEC (Cyprus), DASP (France), MSB (USA & Canada), AUSTRAC (Australia), and 8 more | Tier-1 Regulators including FCA (UK), BaFin (Germany), BitLicense (New York), MAS (Singapore), AUSTRAC (Australia), and VASP (Multiple EU countries) |
Proof of Reserves | Yes No | Yes No |
Supported Countries | 150+ | 100 |
Total Users | 15 Million | 120 Million |
Headquarters | United Arab Emirates | San Francisco, United States |
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