Fusion Markets and HTX face off as a regulated FX/CFD ECN broker versus a native crypto exchange, highlighting trade-offs in regulation, fees and asset depth.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you value ASIC regulation and negative balance protection. You also benefit from a zero minimum deposit.
Choose if…
Choose HTX if you want 600+ assets and native platform access. You also get 24/5 live chat support.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.8/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 4.50% | 0.20%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion Markets | HTX |
|---|---|---|
| Security | ||
| Cold storage for assets | Fail | Pass |
| Proof of reserves published | Fail | Pass |
| 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 | Pass | 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 | Fail | Pass |
| Phone support | Fail | Fail |
Fusion Markets and HTX share the same editorial score of 3.8/5. One concrete differentiator: Fusion Markets holds top-tier regulatory status.
Fusion Markets lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for HTX. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
Neither Fusion Markets nor HTX requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Fusion Markets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, VFSC), providing stronger investor protections. HTX 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, Fusion Markets 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.
Fusion Markets offers up to 2:1 on perpetual or margin products, versus HTX'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.
HTX charges $0.2 per trade, lower than Fusion Markets's $4.5 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.
Fusion Markets supports cTrader, MetaTrader 4, MetaTrader 5, while HTX supports Proprietary Web/Mobile. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. HTX has exclusive access to Proprietary Web/Mobile.
HTX offers staking while Fusion Markets does not according to our data. Staking lets you earn passive yield on your crypto holdings directly through the exchange. Check HTX's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
HTX lists 500+ coins while Fusion Markets does not meet this threshold in our data. For traders who want access to many altcoins, HTX has the broader selection. Confirm specific coin availability for your region on each exchange's website.
Fusion Markets wins due to ASIC regulation, negative balance protection, and segregated funds.
HTX offers lower futures fees and no withdrawal or inactivity fees.
HTX provides multilingual support and 24/5 live chat to assist new users.
HTX offers staking and yield-earning options while Fusion Markets does not, making HTX the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
HTX supports staking and DeFi features through its native platform.
| 0.45 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
|---|
| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
|---|
| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | CryptoBank transferCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | CryptoBank transfer |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | VARA CIMA AUSTRAC |
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| Cold Storage | No | Yes |
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| Proof of Reserves | No | Yes |
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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 | No |
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| Crypto Earn / Savings | No | No |
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| Token Launchpad | No | No |
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| Active bonuses | None | 2 offers |
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Fusion Markets and HTX remain closely matched overall, with the clearest differentiator being HTX's expansive coin coverage and proof-of-reserves stance, while Fusion Markets emphasizes ASIC regulation and negative balance protections.
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Score 3.8 / 5
Score 3.8 / 5
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