{"id":"cmrad4vzp0023uku18lnmhu89","slug":"kraken-vs-crypto-com)","title":"Kraken vs Crypto.com","shortAnswer":"Kraken excels with lower trading fees (0.16-0.26%) and superior security reputation, while Crypto.com offers broader global accessibility, higher staking rewards (up to 14.5%), and more fiat on-ramp options across 178+ countries.","keyDifferences":[{"label":"Trading Fee Structure","winner":"a","entityAValue":"0.16-0.26% maker/taker","entityBValue":"0.10-0.40% maker/taker + card fees"},{"label":"Staking Reward Rate (Average)","winner":"b","entityAValue":"4-8% on select assets","entityBValue":"8-14.5% with CRO lock-up"},{"label":"Global Market Availability","winner":"b","entityAValue":"60+ countries","entityBValue":"178+ countries and territories"},{"label":"Security Breaches (Historical)","winner":"a","entityAValue":"0 major breaches reported","entityBValue":"2023 $30M security incident"},{"label":"Supported Fiat Currencies","winner":"b","entityAValue":"USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, JPY","entityBValue":"75+ fiat currencies"},{"label":"Minimum Account Balance","winner":"tie","entityAValue":"$0 (no minimum)","entityBValue":"$0 (no minimum)"},{"label":"Mobile App Rating (2026)","winner":"a","entityAValue":"4.6/5 stars (iOS/Android avg)","entityBValue":"4.4/5 stars (iOS/Android avg)"}],"verdict":"Choose Kraken if you prioritize low trading fees, maximum security, and a professional platform for serious traders. Choose Crypto.com if you need global accessibility, want higher staking returns with a loyalty program (CRO card), or prefer a more consumer-friendly interface with extensive fiat on-ramp options.","category":"finance","entities":[{"id":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","slug":"kraken","name":"Kraken","shortDesc":"US-based cryptocurrency exchange known for security and professional trading tools.","imageUrl":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/44/Le_Poulpe_Colossal.jpg/330px-Le_Poulpe_Colossal.jpg","entityType":"products","position":0,"pros":["Industry-leading 0.16% maker fee and 0.26% taker fee (lowest among major exchanges)","Unmatched security record with zero major breaches and 95% cold wallet storage","Advanced trading features including margin, futures, and spot trading","Fast fiat withdrawals (USD same-day ACH available)","4.6/5 mobile app rating with intuitive interface","CCSS Level 1 security certification"],"cons":["Limited to 60+ countries, blocked in several regions including New York (BitLicense restrictions)","Lower staking rewards (4-8%) compared to competitors","Steeper learning curve for beginners due to advanced features"],"bestFor":"Active traders, security-conscious investors, and professionals seeking lowest fees and advanced trading tools."},{"id":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","slug":"crypto-com","name":"Crypto.com","shortDesc":"Singapore-based exchange offering high staking rewards and global accessibility with branded card benefits.","imageUrl":null,"entityType":"products","position":1,"pros":["Operates in 178+ countries with 75+ supported fiat currencies for global reach","High staking rewards up to 14.5% APY with CRO token lock-up incentives","Branded Visa card with up to 8% cash back, Netflix/Spotify rebates","User-friendly interface optimized for beginners","Multiple payment methods including Apple Pay, Google Pay, bank transfers","Earn program offering rewards on holdings"],"cons":["Trading fees (0.10-0.40%) vary by volume; can exceed Kraken at baseline rates","Experienced $30M security breach in January 2023 affecting user trust","Geographic restrictions in certain jurisdictions (US state limitations exist)"],"bestFor":"Beginners seeking simplicity, global users in underbanked regions, and those wanting rewards through staking and card usage."}],"attributes":[{"id":"cmofcdq15000jcb194jx0dkl8","slug":"maker-fee","name":"Maker Fee","unit":"%","category":"Fees","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcdr15000pcb198hrsnz18","slug":"taker-fee","name":"Taker Fee","unit":"%","category":"Fees","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.26%","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmoe6n9hw00bhooj60r2xg5zt","slug":"monthly-active-users","name":"Monthly Active Users","unit":"millions","category":"User Base","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"~2.5 million","valueNumber":2.5,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Crypto.com","valueNumber":1.2,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmofcds95000zcb19xlk3y3dt","slug":"quarterly-trading-volume-2025","name":"Quarterly Trading Volume (2025)","unit":"billions USD","category":"Liquidity","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"$120B","valueNumber":120,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcdsx50015cb19hwwgsfce","slug":"supported-cryptocurrencies","name":"Supported Cryptocurrencies","unit":"count","category":"Assets","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"200+","valueNumber":200,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcdtl4001bcb19izddievh","slug":"ease-of-use","name":"Ease of Use","unit":null,"category":"UX","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Advanced/technical","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcdu97001hcb19s0x3e2kt","slug":"advanced-trading-features","name":"Advanced Trading Features","unit":null,"category":"Trading","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Professional-grade","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcdux6001ncb1964m2pknh","slug":"security-focus","name":"Security Focus","unit":null,"category":"Security","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Enterprise-grade institutional","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi713vr00n9achdp2oiftm6","slug":"daily-trading-volume","name":"Daily Trading Volume","unit":"USD Billions","category":"Liquidity & Scale","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":1.2,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi714os00nfachd0hluahwb","slug":"available-trading-pairs","name":"Available Trading Pairs","unit":"count","category":"Asset Selection","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":250,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi715i400nlachd043t4tiw","slug":"maker-fee","name":"Maker Fee","unit":"percentage","category":"Fees","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi716b300nrachdorcphniw","slug":"taker-fee","name":"Taker Fee","unit":"percentage","category":"Fees","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi7174600nxachd9ahc61es","slug":"us-regulatory-status","name":"US Regulatory Status","unit":null,"category":"Compliance","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken (FinCEN MSB registered)","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi717xb00o3achdpfym1sek","slug":"security-audit-frequency","name":"Security Audit Frequency","unit":"per year","category":"Security","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":4,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi718qi00o9achdn7rwm888","slug":"staking-assets-supported","name":"Staking Assets Supported","unit":"count","category":"Features","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":35,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmpi719jn00ofachdljs4mq65","slug":"mobile-app-rating","name":"Mobile App Rating","unit":"out of 5","category":"User Experience","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Kraken","valueNumber":4.6,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4u200f79zv7ucns4pui","slug":"maker-trading-fee","name":"Maker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Trading Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4u900fd9zv74amslxo2","slug":"taker-trading-fee","name":"Taker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Trading Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.26%","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4ug00fj9zv7s7kapqle","slug":"supported-cryptocurrencies","name":"Supported Cryptocurrencies","unit":"assets","category":"Features","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"85+","valueNumber":85,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4un00fp9zv747src4hk","slug":"ny-bitlicense-status","name":"NY BitLicense Status","unit":null,"category":"Regulatory Compliance","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Pending approval","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4uu00fv9zv7d5z0nxbl","slug":"staking-assets-available","name":"Staking Assets Available","unit":"count","category":"Earning Opportunities","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"20+","valueNumber":20,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4v100g19zv72774tnm4","slug":"maximum-staking-apy","name":"Maximum Staking APY","unit":"%","category":"Earning Opportunities","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Up to 12%","valueNumber":12,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4v900g79zv7aqtlq7je","slug":"margin-trading-available","name":"Margin Trading Available","unit":null,"category":"Advanced Features","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Yes","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqoxr4vf00gd9zv7nunghuna","slug":"usd-balance-insurance-fdic-","name":"USD Balance Insurance (FDIC)","unit":null,"category":"Security","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Not specified","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqp2famq01mf13o1zm4xtbzg","slug":"taker-trading-fee","name":"Taker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Pricing","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.26%","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"0.40%","valueNumber":0.4,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmqejqx3h00l74kk29mkz7m9m","slug":"cryptocurrencies-supported","name":"Cryptocurrencies Supported","unit":"coins","category":"Asset Selection","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"190","valueNumber":190,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"250","valueNumber":250,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmqhhvd7u004yygfg7uulel4h","slug":"maximum-staking-apy","name":"Maximum Staking APY","unit":"%","category":"Rewards","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"12%","valueNumber":12,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"20%","valueNumber":20,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmqp2fanq01mx13o1wqqdrejf","slug":"visa-card-cashback","name":"Visa Card Cashback","unit":"%","category":"Cards & Rewards","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0% (not offered)","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"8%","valueNumber":8,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmqp2fao001n313o1uf1z4gsl","slug":"us-regulatory-licenses","name":"US Regulatory Licenses","unit":null,"category":"Compliance","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"FinCEN MSB + 7 state licenses","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"No US banking license","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqp2faoj01nf13o1evsoqewf","slug":"account-minimum-deposit","name":"Account Minimum Deposit","unit":"USD","category":"Accessibility","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"No minimum","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"No minimum","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqp2famc01m913o1vxrl3w0o","slug":"maker-trading-fee","name":"Maker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Pricing","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"0.40%","valueNumber":0.4,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmr7vop1v004712bhzsy9a5gr","slug":"available-trading-pairs","name":"Available Trading Pairs","unit":"pairs","category":"Product Offering","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"90+","valueNumber":90,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmr7vop28004d12bhmjuxrfa1","slug":"us-state-money-transmitter-licenses","name":"US State Money Transmitter Licenses","unit":"states","category":"Regulatory","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"22 states","valueNumber":22,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmr7vop2k004j12bhl4ueurrv","slug":"ny-bitlicense-status","name":"NY BitLicense Status","unit":null,"category":"Regulatory","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":null,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"Not licensed","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmq4ff9g300103saoblkt7dlr","slug":"mobile-app-rating-ios-","name":"Mobile App Rating (iOS)","unit":"stars out of 5","category":"User Experience","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4.3/5","valueNumber":4.3,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"4.7/5","valueNumber":4.7,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmr7vop38004v12bhz468r35b","slug":"maximum-margin-leverage","name":"Maximum Margin Leverage","unit":"x","category":"Trading Features","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"5x leverage","valueNumber":5,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqejr4fv00n14kk2rm5y5ah1","slug":"year-founded","name":"Year Founded","unit":null,"category":"Background","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"2011","valueNumber":2011,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraa2pyw000bytw8i5ujuuig","slug":"maker-taker-trading-fees","name":"Maker/Taker Trading Fees","unit":"%","category":"Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%-0.26%","valueNumber":0.21,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmqekk015016c4kk2mzxbneuj","slug":"mobile-app-rating-ios-","name":"Mobile App Rating (iOS)","unit":"stars","category":"User Experience","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4.2/5","valueNumber":4.2,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraa2q02000tytw8cqzon1al","slug":"customer-support-response-time","name":"Customer Support Response Time","unit":"hours","category":"Support","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"2-4 hours","valueNumber":3,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraa2q0d000zytw89g2xj1nk","slug":"minimum-deposit","name":"Minimum Deposit","unit":"USD","category":"Accessibility","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"$10","valueNumber":10,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraa2q0p0015ytw8wed1v0g9","slug":"active-users","name":"Active Users","unit":"millions","category":"Market Position","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"8+ million","valueNumber":8,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmr58q44b0045v7o2dcz9szqk","slug":"average-staking-apy","name":"Average Staking APY","unit":"%","category":"Passive Income","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"3-7%","valueNumber":5,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraa2q1c001hytw82bsxqlge","slug":"withdrawal-fee-bitcoin-","name":"Withdrawal Fee (Bitcoin)","unit":"USD","category":"Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"$0.00-$1.00","valueNumber":0.5,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraamg1s00dxytw89jxawun5","slug":"daily-trading-volume","name":"Daily Trading Volume","unit":"USD trillions","category":"Liquidity & Volume","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"$850M","valueNumber":0.85,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraamg2i00e9ytw8gesixdzu","slug":"maker-fee-standard-tier-","name":"Maker Fee (Standard Tier)","unit":"percentage","category":"Fees & Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraamg2s00efytw8z7abt07c","slug":"taker-fee-standard-tier-","name":"Taker Fee (Standard Tier)","unit":"percentage","category":"Fees & Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.26%","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmppe1wvl02avjmndj3cmwale","slug":"customer-support-response-time","name":"Customer Support Response Time","unit":"hours","category":"Support","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4-6","valueNumber":5,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmq4634pb0010o53zhp0bvlpz","slug":"ios-app-rating","name":"iOS App Rating","unit":"stars out of 5","category":"User Experience","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4.6/5 (85K reviews)","valueNumber":4.6,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraamg3n00exytw8jephr4xd","slug":"supported-fiat-currencies","name":"Supported Fiat Currencies","unit":"currencies","category":"Accessibility","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"12+","valueNumber":12,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmraamg3x00f3ytw80nu77gre","slug":"maximum-leverage-futures-","name":"Maximum Leverage (Futures)","unit":"multiplier","category":"Advanced Trading","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"50x","valueNumber":50,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmrad4w2h0029uku18rc352gx","slug":"maker-trading-fee","name":"Maker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Fees & Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.16%","valueNumber":0.16,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"0.10-0.40%","valueNumber":0.25,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmrad4w38002fuku1b2uiiysk","slug":"taker-trading-fee","name":"Taker Trading Fee","unit":"%","category":"Fees & Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0.26%","valueNumber":0.26,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"0.10-0.40%","valueNumber":0.25,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmrad4w3i002luku1eedm8p3o","slug":"average-staking-reward","name":"Average Staking Reward","unit":"%","category":"Earning Opportunities","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4-8% APY","valueNumber":6,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"8-14.5% APY","valueNumber":11.25,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmrad4w3q002ruku1i05s9qzn","slug":"countries-territories-supported","name":"Countries & Territories Supported","unit":"count","category":"Accessibility","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"60+","valueNumber":60,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"178+","valueNumber":178,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmrad4w3z002xuku1tpc6yivy","slug":"security-incidents-5-year-history-","name":"Security Incidents (5-Year History)","unit":"breaches","category":"Security","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"0 major incidents","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"1 major incident ($30M loss)","valueNumber":1,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmrad4w480033uku13qgmf1xv","slug":"fiat-currency-support","name":"Fiat Currency Support","unit":"currencies","category":"Accessibility","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"5 major (USD, EUR, GBP, CAD, JPY)","valueNumber":5,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"75+ fiat currencies","valueNumber":75,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true}]},{"id":"cmqt29lc3000znnz1sfcs1hz1","slug":"mobile-app-rating","name":"Mobile App Rating","unit":"stars out of 5","category":"User Experience","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"4.6/5","valueNumber":4.6,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":true},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"4.4/5","valueNumber":4.4,"valueBoolean":null,"winner":false}]},{"id":"cmrad4w4o003fuku1bbrqm6uk","slug":"minimum-deposit-required","name":"Minimum Deposit Required","unit":"USD","category":"Fees & Costs","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcdnx70004cb193nc8ekx6","valueText":"$0","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null},{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"$0","valueNumber":0,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfko7005tcb19vo3qjkud","slug":"registered-users","name":"Registered Users","unit":"millions","category":"Adoption","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Crypto.com","valueNumber":100,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcedzs002bcb19zkuy4j0p","slug":"quarterly-trading-volume","name":"Quarterly Trading Volume","unit":"USD Billions","category":"Trading Activity","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Crypto.com","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfmge0067cb19rgozj7o7","slug":"staking-program-quality","name":"Staking Program Quality","unit":null,"category":"Features","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Comprehensive with high APY","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfn4e006dcb19tk3828tu","slug":"us-regulatory-status","name":"US Regulatory Status","unit":null,"category":"Compliance","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Compliant but expanding","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfnsf006jcb1911zh509o","slug":"user-interface-complexity","name":"User Interface Complexity","unit":null,"category":"UX","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":false,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Advanced features, steeper learning curve","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfogj006pcb19x15d2up4","slug":"additional-services","name":"Additional Services","unit":null,"category":"Features","dataType":"text","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Visa card, NFT, DeFi wallet, loans","valueNumber":null,"valueBoolean":null}]},{"id":"cmofcfp4j006vcb199ar3hg54","slug":"app-downloads-2024","name":"App Downloads (2024)","unit":"millions","category":"Adoption","dataType":"number","higherIsBetter":true,"values":[{"entityId":"cmofcfj09005ccb19cml3znsy","valueText":"Crypto.com","valueNumber":14.8,"valueBoolean":null}]}],"faqs":[{"question":"Which exchange has lower trading fees?","answer":"Kraken has the lowest baseline trading fees at 0.16% maker and 0.26% taker, making it ideal for frequent traders. Crypto.com's fees range from 0.10-0.40% depending on your 30-day trading volume, so high-volume traders on Crypto.com may pay less, but most casual users will pay more than Kraken's fixed rates."},{"question":"Is Kraken or Crypto.com safer?","answer":"Kraken has a superior security track record with zero major security breaches and 95% of funds stored in cold wallets with CCSS Level 1 certification. Crypto.com experienced a $30M security breach in January 2023, though they have since implemented enhanced security measures. Both now use industry-standard protocols, but Kraken's historical record is cleaner."},{"question":"Which offers better staking rewards?","answer":"Crypto.com offers significantly higher staking rewards, with rates up to 14.5% APY when locking CRO tokens. Kraken provides 4-8% APY on select assets. However, Crypto.com's higher returns come with lock-up periods and require holding their native CRO token, while Kraken offers more flexibility with shorter commitment periods."},{"question":"Can I use these exchanges in my country?","answer":"Crypto.com operates in 178+ countries and territories, making it the clear choice for global accessibility. Kraken operates in 60+ countries but is restricted in several regions, including New York (due to BitLicense requirements). Check your country's regulations, as both platforms comply with local laws where they operate."},{"question":"Which exchange is better for beginners?","answer":"Crypto.com is better for beginners due to its simple, mobile-first interface and additional benefits like the branded Visa card with cash back. Kraken suits traders wanting advanced tools (margin trading, futures, spot trading). Both have zero minimum deposits, but Crypto.com's rewards program and card benefits provide extra value for casual investors."}],"relatedComparisons":[{"slug":"kraken-vs-crypto-com","title":"Kraken vs Crypto.com","category":"software"},{"slug":"coinbase-vs-kraken)","title":"Coinbase vs Kraken","category":"finance"},{"slug":"coinbase-vs-kraken","title":"Coinbase vs Kraken","category":"products"},{"slug":"coinbase-vs-crypto-com","title":"Crypto.com vs Coinbase","category":"products"},{"slug":"binance-vs-kraken","title":"Binance vs Kraken","category":"finance"},{"slug":"kraken-vs-gemini","title":"Kraken vs Gemini","category":"finance"},{"slug":"kraken-vs-gemini)","title":"Kraken vs Gemini","category":"software"},{"slug":"binance-vs-kraken)","title":"Binance vs Kraken","category":"software"},{"slug":"bitcoin-vs-ethereum","title":"Bitcoin vs Ethereum","category":"economy"},{"slug":"netflix-vs-disney-plus","title":"Netflix vs Disney+","category":"companies"},{"slug":"us-economy-vs-china-economy","title":"US Economy vs China Economy","category":"economy"},{"slug":"stock-market-vs-real-estate","title":"Stock Market vs Real Estate","category":"economy"}],"relatedBlogPosts":[{"slug":"are-chase-and-capital-one-affiliated","title":"Are Chase and Capital One Affiliated?","excerpt":"No — Chase and Capital One are completely separate, competing companies with no shared ownership, no common parent, and no shared rewards program. Here's who owns each bank and how they actually compare.","category":"finance"},{"slug":"is-state-farm-or-farmers-cheaper-for-home","title":"Is State Farm or Farmers Cheaper for Home Insurance?","excerpt":"State Farm is generally cheaper than Farmers for home insurance — averaging $1,300–$1,500/year vs. $1,500–$1,800/year. But rates vary by state, home age, and risk profile. Here's when each insurer wins on price.","category":"finance"}],"metadata":{"metaTitle":"Kraken vs Crypto.com 2026: Fees, Security, Rewards","metaDescription":"Compare Kraken vs Crypto.com: 0.16% vs 0.10-0.40% fees, security records, staking rewards up to 14.5%, and global accessibility. Which exchange is best?","publishedAt":"2026-07-07T08:04:17.868Z","updatedAt":"2026-07-07T08:04:18.038Z","isAutoGenerated":true,"isHumanReviewed":false,"viewCount":0}}