The scores are close: easyMarkets rates 3.5/5 and Vantage rates 3.9/5. Vantage 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.

Vantage lists a lower spread from 0, compared with easyMarkets's 0.7. Crypto trading costs are typically quoted as a percentage of the trade value; check each exchange's full fee schedule, as maker/taker rates and volume discounts vary.

easyMarkets has $25, while Vantage requires at least $50. This makes easyMarkets more accessible for traders looking to start with a smaller crypto investment.

Both easyMarkets and Vantage hold licences from top-tier regulators, indicating a high standard of regulatory oversight. Check each exchange's specific regulatory bodies to confirm coverage in your jurisdiction.

For beginners, two factors stand out: easyMarkets requires a lower minimum deposit ($25), lowering the barrier to entry, and both exchanges provide negative balance protection. Also compare demo account availability and educational resources before deciding.

easyMarkets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus Vantage'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.

Vantage charges $6 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 Vantage supports MetaTrader 5, Proprietary Web/Mobile, DXtrade, MetaTrader 4. Both provide MetaTrader 5 and Proprietary Web/Mobile and MetaTrader 4. Vantage has exclusive access to DXtrade.

easyMarkets 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.