Fusion Markets and MEXC face off as traditional CFD broker versus native crypto exchange. The tension centers on asset depth, regulatory posture, and fee structures.
Find out which crypto exchange best suits your trading profile.
Choose if…
Choose Fusion Markets if you value ASIC regulation and negative balance protection. It also offers low ECN commissions.
Choose if…
Choose MEXC if you want the widest coin selection and a proprietary platform with 24/5 live chat.
Which exchange wins for each type of crypto trader, based on security, fees, coin selection, and editorial scoring.
| Criteria | ||
|---|---|---|
| Editorial score | 3.8/ 5 | 3.6/ 5 |
| Min Deposit | No minimum | No minimum |
| Spreads From | 0 pips | N/A |
| Taker Fee | 4.50% | 0.10%▼ lower |
A closer look at the specific criteria each exchange meets or misses within each scoring category.
| Criteria | Fusion Markets | 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 | 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 |
The scores are close: Fusion Markets rates 3.8/5 and MEXC rates 3.6/5. Fusion Markets 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.
Fusion Markets lists a spread from 0. Current spread data is not available for MEXC. Check both exchanges' full fee schedules, including maker/taker rates, for up-to-date pricing.
Neither Fusion Markets nor MEXC requires a minimum deposit, making both accessible regardless of starting capital.
Fusion Markets holds top-tier regulation (ASIC, VFSC), 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, 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 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, 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 MEXC supports MEXC. Fusion Markets has exclusive access to cTrader and MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5. MEXC has exclusive access to MEXC.
MEXC 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 MEXC's supported coins, lock-up terms, and estimated yields before committing.
MEXC lists 500+ coins while Fusion Markets 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.
Fusion Markets wins for security with ASIC regulation and negative balance protection.
MEXC wins for low fees with 0% maker fees and 0.10% taker fees.
Fusion Markets is better for beginners thanks to regulator oversight and risk protections.
MEXC offers staking and yield-earning options while Fusion Markets does not, making MEXC the better choice for holders who want to earn passive income on their crypto.
Equally matched; neither offers DeFi integration or DeFi features.
| 0.45 pips |
| N/A |
| Inactivity Fee | None | None |
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| Deposit Fee | Free | Free |
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| Deposit methods | Bank transferCredit cardDebit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | CryptoP2PCredit cardDebit card |
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| Withdrawal methods | Bank transferCredit cardSkrillNetellerPayPal | CryptoP2P |
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| Withdrawal Fee | Free | Network fee only |
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| Regulators | ASIC VFSC | — |
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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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Fusion Markets and MEXC remain closely matched overall, with coin selection as the clearest differentiator.
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Score 3.6 / 5
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