This matchup pits a regulated CFD broker with fixed crypto spreads against a broad token native exchange. The tension centers on security, fees, and asset depth.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose easyMarkets if you want CySEC/ASIC regulation with negative balance protection and fixed crypto CFDs.
Choose if…
Choose MEXC if you want 2,000+ coins, staking, and futures leverage.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.5/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | $25 | No minimum▼ lower |
| Spreads From | 0.7 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | N/A | 0.10% |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | easyMarkets | MEXC |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Fail |
| Segregated client funds | Pass | Fail |
| Top-tier regulator (FCA, ASIC, etc.) | Pass | Fail |
| Fees | ||
| No deposit fee | Pass | Pass |
| No inactivity fee | Pass | Pass |
| Transparent pricing page | Fail | Pass |
| Features | ||
| Staking available | Fail | Pass |
| 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 |
The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.5/5 and MEXC rates 3.6/5. MEXC has a marginal edge in our scoring, but the difference is small enough that your specific priorities — fees, platforms, or regulatory jurisdiction — should guide the final choice.
easyMarkets lists a spread from 0.7. Current spread data is not available for MEXC. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
MEXC has no minimum deposit, while easyMarkets requires at least $25. This makes MEXC more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.
easyMarkets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, CySEC, MNB), providing stronger investor protections. MEXC 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, two factors stand out: MEXC has no minimum deposit, removing the capital barrier entirely, and easyMarkets provides negative balance protection, capping losses at your deposit amount. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.
easyMarkets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus MEXC's 200:1 cap. Margin and futures trading carry higher risk than spot crypto; confirm product availability and jurisdiction-specific limits on each exchange's website.
MEXC charges $0.1 per trade on commission-based accounts. Commission details for easyMarkets are not currently available. Check their website for up-to-date pricing. 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.
easyMarkets supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, MetaTrader 4, while MEXC supports MEXC. easyMarkets has exclusive access to MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. MEXC has exclusive access to MEXC.
MEXC offers staking while easyMarkets does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check MEXC's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
MEXC lists 500+ coins while easyMarkets does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, MEXC has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
easyMarkets wins on security due to CySEC/ASIC regulation and negative balance protection.
MEXC offers 0.00% maker and 0.10% taker fees, lowering trading costs.
MEXC offers staking and yield-earning options while easyMarkets does not, making MEXC the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
Equally matched for DeFi and Web3 as neither offers these features.
| N/A |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNeteller | CryptoP2PCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNeteller | CryptoP2P |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | ASIC CySEC MNB HCMC CNV | — |
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| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | No |
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| Staking | No | Yes |
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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 | Yes |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | Yes |
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| Token Launchpad | No | Yes |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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easyMarkets benefits from CySEC/ASIC regulation with negative balance protection. MEXC lacks public regulatory licenses and investor protections.
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Score 3.5 / 5
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