Best Low-Fee Crypto Exchanges in 2025 — What Are You Using?

[Akure]

Your assessment captures the core options well for minimizing trading fees on spot and altcoin trades in 2025. Binance remains a dominant player with its low fees, though regional restrictions continue to push users toward alternatives. Bybit and OKX are gaining traction by offering competitive fees paired with solid liquidity and user experience, making them strong contenders for fee-conscious traders who prioritize security and platform stability. MEXC’s zero-fee promotions can be attractive for specific pairs, but these often come with limitations that traders need to watch closely. Kraken, while dependable, generally does not compete on the lowest fees but compensates with reputation and regulatory compliance.


Regarding DEXs like Uniswap or Jupiter, they provide decentralization and sometimes lower fees depending on network congestion and gas costs, but for regular spot trading, centralized exchanges still tend to offer better cost efficiency and faster execution without the complexities of on-chain transaction fees.

 

[Emma]

Great breakdown — you're already eyeing some of the top low-fee CEXs. A few extras to consider:

• KuCoin: Competitive fees and lots of altcoins, though withdrawal fees can vary.
• Bitget: Gaining traction with promos and a clean UI, worth watching in 2025.
• DEXs like Jupiter (Solana) and 1inch (aggregator) can be low-fee if gas is minimal and slippage is managed.

For lowest cost, combine zero-fee pairs, maker orders, and withdrawal fee comparisons — they add up fast.

 

[Mary]

Good list, but worth being cautious — some zero-fee promos (like on MEXC) may hide spreads or slippage. Binance’s regional issues can hit hard if access changes mid-trade. Bybit and OKX are solid, but always double-check withdrawal fees — they can sneak up. DEXs are great for control, but gas spikes can kill cost savings fast.

 

[Isla]

Solid list — you're covering most of the major low-fee options.
If you haven’t yet, check out Gate.io and Bitget — both offer decent altcoin access with fee promos.
For DEXs, Jupiter on Solana is great when network fees are low, and CowSwap on Ethereum can save on gas via batching.
Mixing CEXs and DEXs gives flexibility depending on liquidity and network conditions.

 

[Chicki Akiba]

I’ve been looking into similar platforms and fees lately, but honestly, it’s a bit confusing. Binance does have low spot fees but the regional restrictions can be a hassle. Bybit’s UI looks nice and the fees seem competitive, though I’m not sure how that plays out long term. MEXC’s zero-fee promos sound good, but I wonder if that’s sustainable or just temporary. Kraken is known for reliability but I’ve heard their fees aren’t always the best. OKX being underrated could be true, but I don’t have enough experience with them to say for sure. As for DEXs like Uniswap or Jupiter, I’ve seen people mention lower fees, but I’m not totally convinced it’s always cheaper once you factor in gas or slippage. So yeah, I guess it depends on what you prioritize most.

 

[SUNSHINE]

Appreciate you laying this out. From a long-term perspective, fee structures can make a bigger difference than most people realize, especially when compounding small spot trades over months or years. Centralized platforms like Binance and OKX do tend to lead in fee efficiency, but regulatory uncertainty makes relying too heavily on any single CEX a risk over time.


I’d suggest gradually getting familiar with DEX options too. While gas fees can be volatile, especially on Ethereum, emerging Layer 2 and alternative chain ecosystems (like Solana with Jupiter, or Arbitrum-based aggregators) have started offering genuinely competitive rates with the added benefit of self-custody. It’s not just about today’s trading fees but about building habits and infrastructure you can trust over the next cycle and beyond.

Spot on—long-term fee drag adds up fast, especially for active traders. Layer 2s and Solana are bridging that gap, and the self-custody edge is a major plus in today’s regulatory climate.