This comparison pits a long-established CFD broker against a native crypto exchange, weighing legacy platforms against a modern, feature-rich crypto ecosystem.
Crypto.com tops the comparison on editorial score. Crypto.com also offers broader assets, staking, and stronger regulatory coverage than Alpari International.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose Alpari International if…
Choose Alpari International if you value a very low minimum deposit and MT4/MT5 trading with EA support.
Choose Crypto.com if…
Choose Crypto.com if you want a native crypto ecosystem with staking, DeFi access, broad regulation, and a zero minimum deposit.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Crypto.com wins for security due to proof of reserves, CertiK rating, and broad regulation.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.4/ 5 | 4.1/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $5 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 6.00% | 0.20%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Alpari International | Crypto.com |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Pass |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Pass |
| NFT trading | Fail | Pass |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
Crypto.com rates 4.1/5 versus 3.4/5 for Alpari International. Crypto.com edges ahead on our composite score, though both exchanges meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
Alpari International lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for Crypto.com. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
Crypto.com has no minimum deposit, while Alpari International requires at least $5. This makes Crypto.com more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
Crypto.com holds top-tier regulation (FCA, MAS, AUSTRAC), providing stronger investor protections. Alpari International may be regulated but does not hold top-tier status in our data. Verify regulatory status on each regulator's public register before depositing funds.
For beginners, Crypto.com has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely. Both exchanges otherwise share similar beginner-facing criteria in our data. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchanges's site.
Alpari International offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Crypto.com's 10:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Crypto.com charges $0.2 per trade, lower than Alpari International's $6 per trade. Lower commissions benefit active traders who execute many trades per day. Crypto fees are typically quoted as maker/taker rates rather than fixed per-trade commissions; check each exchange's fee schedule for volume-based discounts.
Alpari International supports MetaTrader 5, MetaTrader 4, while Crypto.com supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Alpari International has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Crypto.com has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
Crypto.com scores better on fee criteria (no deposit fee, no inactivity fee). Always check both exchanges' current fee schedules, as maker/taker rates and withdrawal fees vary and are subject to change.
Crypto.com offers staking while Alpari International does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check Crypto.com's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
In our data: Crypto.com has DeFi integration; Crypto.com supports NFT trading. DeFi and NFT features vary between platforms. Check each exchange's current Web3 integrations and supported chains before making a decision.
Crypto.com wins for low fees due to no inactivity fees and zero deposit fees.
Crypto.com wins for coin selection with 250 assets versus 6 on Alpari.
Crypto.com wins for beginners with zero deposit and user friendly app.
Crypto.com offers staking and yield-earning options while Alpari International does not, making Crypto.com the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
| 0.6 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free (crypto/bank); card up to 2.99% |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | FSC FSCA | FCA MAS AUSTRAC VARA |
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| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | Yes |
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| Staking | No | Yes |
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| DeFi Integration | No | Yes |
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| NFT Trading | No | Yes |
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| 500+ Coins | No | No |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | Yes |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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