OKX vs Coinbase
A data-based head-to-head. Because both are scored on the same public rubric, this is a comparison, not an opinion.
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| Key facts | OKX | Coinbase |
|---|---|---|
| Maker fee | 0.08% | 0.4% |
| Taker fee | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Founded | 2017 | 2012 |
| Listed assets | ~350 | ~330 |
| KYC required | Yes | Yes |
| Category | OKX | Coinbase | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fees | 10.0 | 4.0 | OKX |
| Security | 8.5 | 8.0 | OKX |
| Regulation & Trust | 6.0 | 10.0 | Coinbase |
| Assets & Features | 9.0 | 8.9 | OKX |
| UX & Support | 10.0 | 10.0 | Tie |
| Overall | 8.5 | 8.1 | OKX |
On headline trading costs, OKX has the lower maker fee (0.08% vs 0.4%). On our public rubric, OKX scores higher overall (8.5 vs 8.1 / 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 Coinbase if…
Publicly listed, US-regulated and audited — strong transparency and compliance posture.
Read the full OKX review or Coinbase review.