This comparison pits AMarkets offshore crypto CFDs against BingX's VARA-regulated native crypto exchange. The axis of tension centers on regulation, asset breadth, and fee transparency.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
You choose AMarkets if you want MT4/MT5 with copy trading and offshore SVG/FSA regulation. You choose BingX if you want a native crypto exchange with VARA regulation, 700+ assets, and proof of reserves.
Choose if…
You choose AMarkets if you want MT4/MT5 with copy trading and offshore SVG/FSA regulation. You choose BingX if you want a native crypto exchange with VARA regulation, 700+ assets, and proof of reserves.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.3/ 5 | 3.9/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $100 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 6.00% | 0.10%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | AMarkets | BingX |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Pass |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Fail |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Fail | Fail |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Fail | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
BingX rates 3.9/5 versus 3.3/5 for AMarkets. BingX edges ahead on our composite score, though both exchanges meet a reasonable standard for most traders.
AMarkets lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for BingX. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
BingX has no minimum deposit, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes BingX more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
AMarkets is regulated by SVGFSA. BingX is regulated by VARA. Confirm a exchange's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
For beginners, BingX 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.
AMarkets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus BingX's 150:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
BingX charges $0.1 per trade, lower than AMarkets'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.
AMarkets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while BingX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. BingX has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
BingX scores higher on security criteria, with cold storage and proof of reserves. For crypto, cold storage and proof of reserves are key indicators that client assets are protected against exchange failure or hacks.
BingX 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.
BingX lists 500+ coins while AMarkets does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, BingX has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
BingX wins security due to VARA oversight and proof of reserves.
Equally matched on DeFi and Web3 features.
| 0.6 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
|---|
| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | VARA |
|---|
| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | Yes |
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| Staking | No | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | No | Yes |
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| P2P Trading | No | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
|---|
| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
|---|
BingX is the overall winner by editorial score, scoring 3.9/5 to AMarkets 3.3/5.
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