Bitget and Pepperstone collide as a native exchange with broad altcoins against a regulated CFD broker. The tension centers on asset depth, security, and platform ownership.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose Bitget if you want a native exchange with 800 coins and copy trading.
Choose if…
Choose Pepperstone if you want regulated crypto CFDs with segregated client funds.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 4.0/ 5 | 4.0/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | N/A | 0 pips |
| Taker Fee | 0.10%▼ lower | 7.00% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Bitget | Pepperstone |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Pass | Fail |
| Proof of reserves published | Pass | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Fail | Pass |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Fail | Pass |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Pass | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Pass | Fail |
| DeFi integration | Fail | Fail |
| NFT trading | Fail | Fail |
| 500+ coins listed | Pass | Fail |
| Support | ||
| Mobile app | Pass | Pass |
| 24/5 live chat | Pass | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
Bitget and Pepperstone share the same editorial score of 4/5. One concrete differentiator: Pepperstone holds top-tier regulatory status.
Pepperstone lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for Bitget. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
Neither Bitget nor Pepperstone requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Pepperstone holds top-tier regulation (DFSA, CySEC, BaFin), providing stronger investor protections. Bitget 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, Pepperstone provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources on each exchange's site before deciding.
Bitget offers up to 125:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Pepperstone's 2:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
Bitget charges $0.1 per trade, lower than Pepperstone's $7 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.
Bitget supports Bitget, while Pepperstone supports IRESS, TradingView, cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5. Bitget has exclusive access to Bitget. Pepperstone has exclusive access to IRESS and TradingView and cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5.
Bitget offers staking while Pepperstone does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check Bitget's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
Bitget lists 500+ coins while Pepperstone does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, Bitget has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
Pepperstone wins for security due to top-tier regulatory oversight and segregated client funds.
Bitget wins for low, transparent fees with explicit 0.10% spot and 0.02% futures.
Pepperstone supports beginners with strong regulation and multiple platform options.
Bitget offers staking and yield-earning options while Pepperstone does not, making Bitget the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
Neither Bitget nor Pepperstone offers DeFi access or NFT trading.
| N/A |
| 0.7 pips |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free (crypto/bank); card fees apply | Free |
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| Deposit methods | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit cardP2P | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal methods | CryptoBank transferCredit cardP2P | Bank transferCredit cardPayPalSkrill |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Network fee only | Free |
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| Regulators | AUSTRAC | DFSA CySEC BaFin FCA ASIC FMA |
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| Cold Storage | Yes | No |
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| Proof of Reserves | Yes | No |
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| Staking | Yes | No |
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| DeFi Integration | No | No |
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| NFT Trading | No | No |
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| 500+ Coins | Yes | No |
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| P2P Trading | Yes | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | Yes | No |
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| Token Launchpad | Yes | No |
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| Active bonuses | 2 offers | None |
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Bitget and Pepperstone are closely matched, with Bitget owning its own native exchange as the clearest differentiator.
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Score 4 / 5
Score 4 / 5
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