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Head-to-head · verified October 2026

OKX vs Binance

A data-based head-to-head. Both are scored on the same public rubric, so this is a comparison, not an opinion.
By CoinVetted Research TeamFacts dated & sourcedLast verified: October 2026How we review

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Higher overall score

8.4/10
Excellent

OKX

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Runner-up

7.6/10
Good

Binance

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OKX vs Binance — key facts
Key factsOKXBinance
Maker fee0.08%0.1%
Taker fee0.1%0.1%
Founded20172017
Listed assets~350~400
KYC requiredYesYes
OKX vs Binance — scores by category
CategoryOKXBinanceWinner
Fees10.010.0Tie
Security8.57.0OKX
Regulation & Trust5.54.0OKX
Assets & Features9.09.0Tie
UX & Support10.010.0Tie
Overall8.47.6OKX

On headline trading costs, OKX has the lower maker fee (0.08% vs 0.1%). On our public rubric, OKX scores higher overall (8.4 vs 7.6 / 10). Neither ranking is pay-to-play: both are scored on the same criteria and the order follows the score.

Choose OKX if…

Among the lowest base spot fees (0.08% maker / 0.10% taker).

Choose Binance if…

Deepest liquidity and largest spot trading volume globally.

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