AMarkets offers crypto CFDs through MT4/MT5 and offshore regulation. Bybit operates as a native crypto exchange with regulated status and a robust copy trading platform.
Bybit edges AMarkets on the editorial score due to stronger trust/regulation and higher platform and support scores.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose AMarkets if…
Choose AMarkets if you rely on MT4/MT5 or cTrader and want copy trading integration. You get a crypto CFD offering with max leverage up to 2:1 and phone support, but regulation is offshore with SVGFSA.
Choose Bybit if…
Choose Bybit if you want a regulated native exchange with a large coin universe and a robust copy trading platform. You gain access to zero min deposit, proof of reserves, staking, and no inactivity fee, but there is no phone support and US residents are not eligible.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
Bybit wins for security with regulated VARA/MiCA status and published proof of reserves.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.3/ 5 | 4.3/ 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 | Bybit |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Pass |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Pass |
| 500+ coins listed | Fail | Pass |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Pass | Fail |
Bybit is the stronger choice: it rates 4.3/5 versus 3.3/5 for AMarkets, a gap that reflects clear differences across regulation, fees, and platform quality in our review.
AMarkets lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for Bybit. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
Bybit has no minimum deposit, while AMarkets requires at least $100. This makes Bybit more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
AMarkets is regulated by SVGFSA. Bybit is regulated by VARA, MiCA. Confirm a exchange's current regulatory status on the relevant regulator's public register before opening an account.
For beginners, Bybit 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 Bybit's 100:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Bybit 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 5, MetaTrader 4, while Bybit supports Bybit. AMarkets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 5 and MetaTrader 4. Bybit has exclusive access to Bybit.
Bybit 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.
Bybit 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.
Bybit offers staking while AMarkets does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check Bybit's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
Bybit lists 500+ coins while AMarkets does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, Bybit has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
In our data: Bybit supports NFT trading. DeFi and NFT features vary between platforms. Check each exchange's current Web3 integrations and supported chains before making a decision.
Bybit wins for low fees, reflected in the 4.7 vs 3.4 Fees & Spreads scores.
Bybit wins on coin selection with about 500 coins versus AMarkets’ 8.
Bybit wins for DeFi & Web3 via staking availability and NFT trading on a native platform.
Bybit wins for beginners due to zero min deposit and broad asset access, supported by regulated status.
Bybit offers staking and yield-earning options while AMarkets does not, making Bybit 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 ~2% |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerWebMoneyCrypto | CryptoBank transferCredit card |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | SVGFSA | VARA MiCA |
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| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | Yes |
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| Staking | No | Yes |
|---|
| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | Yes |
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| 500+ Coins | No | Yes |
|---|
| P2P Trading | No | Yes |
|---|
| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | Yes |
|---|
| Token Launchpad | No | Yes |
|---|
| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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